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March 21st
By Mutt Mulligan Check out TurfMutt’s lessons & activities for middle schoolers
Have you heard the exciting news? The highly successful TurfMutt environmental education and stewardship program recently expanded. It now includes lesson plans and activities for kids in grades 6-8. The grades K-5 resources are still available, as well. The new resources for middle schoolers include lesson plans and activities that prepare students to enter TurfMutt’s […]
March 19th
The highly successful TurfMutt program is celebrating its 10-year anniversary by expanding its youth education program to middle schools around the country. For the last decade, TurfMutt has been spreading the message to children, parents and teachers to care for the green space around us and get outside and enjoy it. Now, the program is […]
March 14th
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt announces The (Really) Great Outdoors Contest
Attention teachers and parents of kids in grades 6 to 8! TurfMutt just announced The (Really) Great Outdoors Contest. It’s a chance for children to use their imagination to win amazing cash prizes for thier school. The contest encourages students in grades 6 to 8 to enter by designing a nature space that works for […]
March 13th
By Mutt Mulligan INFOGRAPHIC: Yard Recharge
TurfMutt has a new infographic for spring, and it is one you don’t want to miss. Yards play a vital role in the health of our environment. But did you know that when you take care of your lawn it, it takes care of you as well? All managed landscapes – including the family yard, […]
March 8th
By Mutt Mulligan Study: 20 minutes in a park increases happiness
By now, it’s no surprise to you that nature improves our overall health and well-being. After all, TurfMutt has been sharing information on this very topic for years! But new research reveals just how much time we need to spend in nature to reap its rewards. The good news? You don’t have to travel far […]
March 4th
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt celebrates 10 years & expands to middle schoolers
The TurfMutt environmental education and stewardship program is celebrating its 10th anniversary of teaching the value and benefits of the outdoors. Specifically, TurfMutt focuses on the contributions of our own backyards, community parks, and other managed landscapes. To celebrate, the program is expanding its successful youth education program to middle schools around the country. TurfMutt […]
February 28th
By Mutt Mulligan Study: green space exposure in childhood linked to happier adulthood
A new study supports other findings TurfMutt has been sharing that suggest having access to green space makes us happier, healthier people. But this recent study is the largest investigation of the association between green space and mental health. Scientists from Uppsala University in Denmark studied 900,000 people and found that those who grew up […]
February 25th
By Mutt Mulligan How to embrace being an “outsider” this winter
Our green space promotes outdoor living, contributes to family and community health, supports wildlife, provides recreation for families, and offers a home playground our children and our pets. TurfMutt loves exploring his own backyard and the community green spaces around his house. It’s one of his favorite things to do! Here are TurfMutt’s top-dog tips […]
February 21st
By Mutt Mulligan TurfMutt reminder: winter weather pet safety
Cold temps, freezing rain and snow are blanketing parts of the country, yet again. TurfMutt is here with some friendly reminders about how to keep your pets safe during winter weather. TurfMutt’s Winter Weather Safety Tips for Pets Manage outdoor activities. The safest, most comfortable place for your pets is inside where you are. When […]
