Summertime and the livin’ is easy, except when the kids have nothing to do. The next time you hear, “I’m bored!” suggest this fun game for the whole family. Take your camera and photograph one thing for every letter of the alphabet in your yard. “A” is for apple tree, “B” is for bumblebee and […]
Taking care of a living thing is a great way to teach children responsibility. This summer ask your children to create a little garden of their own such as a bed of tomato plants or zucchini. Be sure to select a plant type that is robust and heat-resistant so they can withstand a few days […]
You probably have your summer camps all in order, but we found some great summer camp ideas that mix fun and learning about nature. These camps teach conservation through fun activities, games and hands-on experience. Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/green-homes/latest/green-summer-camps-460606#ixzz1xaDlUrDI Are you sending your child to an interesting nature camp?
When was the last time you climbed a tree? Not only can you get a bird’s eye view of things, but it’s really good exercise (although some trees are better for climbing than others). In our multimedia age, the idea of children building or enjoying a tree fort or house is perhaps but a memory. One […]
Kids love to explore, but there is always a chance while playing they may get any number of ‘bites’ from any number of insects. Chigger bites are hard to miss. This is one of several articles that helps you see if your bites look like those of a chigger. And, some tips on how to […]
According to Wikipedia, the Farmers’ Almanac is an annual North American periodical that has been in continuous publication since 1818. Published by the Almanac Publishing Company, of Lewiston, Maine, it is famous for its long-range weather predictions and astronomical data, as well as its trademark blend of humor, trivia, and advice on gardening, cooking, fishing, […]
School is out shortly – if not already – for many of you. After the initial thrill of unscheduled time and pool and fun in the sun, there comes a time when kids really crave learning over the summer. You can mix learning and fun by checking out TurfMutt’s lessons on Butterflies, Discovering Dirt, Recycling, and Habitats […]
Summer is the time to get out and enjoy your lawn. A new book arriving online and in bookstores is “Tag, Toss & Run: 40 Classic Lawn Games” by Paul Tukey and Victoria Rowell. There are how-to’s for such well-known games as kick the can, flag football and badminton, and games that may be less […]
According to a recent survey by the American Pet Products Association, 23 percent of pet owners are willing to travel with their dog for more than two nights – up from 21 percent in 2008, and 19 percent in 2006. Are you on the road this Memorial Day? Here are some tips from pet travel […]
Mulch. Seems like an easy decision to mulch plants to retain the moisture over the hot summer and keep down weeds. But, there are many different kinds of mulch with a dizzying assortment of pros and cons. Why Mulch? Mulch enriches the soil and increases soil microbes Mulch holds in moisture reducing watering requirements and […]