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December 27th
By Mutt Mulligan Surround yourself with living landscapes to live longer
The largest study ever conducted to determine the relationship between the environment and human longevity has a TurfMutt-approved conclusion. Surrounding yourself with green space results in a longer life. Specifically, the researchers found that for every 10% of increased vegetation that’s within 1,600 feet of your home, your probability of dying decreases by […]
December 23rd
By Mutt Mulligan Resolve to be an “outsider” in 2020
The TurfMutt Foundation and its adorable new spokesdog, Mulligan, have a suggestion as you’re planning your New Year’s resolutions. Set an intention to spend more time learning about, taking care of, and spending time in your living landscapes (i.e. being an outsider) in 2020. There are many good reasons to put this promise to yourself […]
December 20th
By Mutt Mulligan How different generations value the family yard
Across the board, the majority of Americans – 86% according to a recent Harris poll for the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) – say it’s important to have a living landscape and grass around their living spaces. But did you know that various generations view and value the family yard differently? Boomers (1946-1964) You […]
December 17th
A study released this summer draws a link between the greenness of a residential neighborhood and children’s neurobehavioral health. Neurobehavioral health refers to the relationship between the action of the nervous system and behavioral disorders. For the cross-sectional study, scientists used a population-representative sample of 1,817 school children in South Korea. Parents or guardians completed […]
December 12th
By Mutt Mulligan Students prefer “green” school grounds over paved ones
Have you paid attention to the type of vegetation (or lack thereof) at your children’s schools? A recent study of 300 elementary and secondary students asked kids to rate their preferences for different types of school grounds. The study concluded that the students prefer grounds with diverse vegetation over traditional paved ones. To conduct the […]
December 10th
By Mutt Mulligan Urban green space promotes physical activity & health in adolescents
A recent study confirms what the TurfMutt Foundation has been saying for years. Green space is good for health and well-being. For this study, researchers interviewed more than 380 adolescents (ages 13-19) who live in Turkey. The scientists wanted to get their feedback about outdoor exercise. Responses were linked to information about characteristic features of […]
December 5th
By Mutt Mulligan Getting your family outside in cooler weather is good for you
Parents and guardians may be tempted to dial back outdoor activities when cold temperatures arrive. But getting outside is good for children and their families, even in the wintertime. TurfMutt encourages families to appreciate and use the outdoors and offers the following tips. Do outdoor activities that are fun. Weather that adults consider to be […]
December 2nd
By Mutt Mulligan Study: Natural areas offer $6 trillion in mental health benefits
The health and well-being benefits of spending time in nature (i.e. being an “outsider”) is well documented. (Need a refresher? Check out the Living Landscapes Fact Book from the TurfMutt Foundation.) Now, researchers in Australia have put a dollar figure on the mental health benefits. They estimate natural protected areas around the world equate to […]
November 21st
By Mutt Mulligan Thanksgiving pet safety tips
Your pet is part of the family – and a very good reason to be grateful this Thanksgiving season. But Thanksgiving Day celebrations can be hazardous to your hound if you don’t plan ahead. Here are some precautions to take to ensure you and your pet have a happy howl-iday. Be an outsider before your […]
