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June 28th
By Mutt Mulligan Grass Facts and Benefits
Grass is an astoundingly resilient plant resource with extensive environmental benefits. Did you know: A well-managed lawn can absorb rainfall six times more effectively than a wheat field? A minimally kept lawn can absorb as much carbon as an equivalent forested area? Decomposing grass clippings left on the lawn can absorb 37 billion pounds of […]
June 26th
By Mutt Mulligan Go Berry Hunting in Your Own Backyard
Berry season is upon us. Do you know how to distinguish between poisonous and edible berries? We all know what blueberries, strawberries and raspberries look like. But can you identify gooseberries, nannyberries and rose hips? Before embarking on your wild berry journey, be sure to take a guide or an experienced person with you. Wild […]
June 21st
By Mutt Mulligan Fun Summertime Activity for Kids
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 […]
June 19th
By Mutt Mulligan Low Maintenance Garden Care for Kids
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 […]
June 14th
By Mutt Mulligan Summer Camps about the Great Outdoors
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?
June 12th
By Mutt Mulligan Get a Bird’s Eye View
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 […]
June 7th
By Mutt Mulligan Chiggers and the Great Outdoors
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 […]
June 5th
By Mutt Mulligan The Secrets of the Farmers’ Almanac
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, […]
May 31st
By Mutt Mulligan Keep Kids Active (and Learning) Over Summer
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 […]
