Photo: Jay Mather.

Children and Nature

Children and nature go together like peanut butter and jelly. To help you get outside and exploring, we've pulled together some resources on how to do just that! Whether you are visiting your backyard, National Forest, or your Land Trust Community Preserves, we want to help you get out there and explore.

Nature-inspired Valentine's Day Crafts

Feb 10, 2021

Looking to shake up the usual card options or keep small hands busy? Here are two nature-inspired valentine crafts you can make at home led by Land Trust volunteer Zoë Mowry.

What Makes an Insect an Insect?

Feb 01, 2021

What is an insect anyway? Check out just what makes these skittering, buzzing, and chirping animals so amazing. Then, join us for our February Nature Night to learn even more about the importance of insects!

Winter Wildlife Tracking

Jan 29, 2021

Take some time on a snowy winter day to see where animal tracks might lead you.

Winter crafts for kids

Dec 09, 2020

Do you have some extra time on your hands with the kids at home permanently? Check out these fun winter crafts led by Land Trust volunteer Zoe Mowry.

Observing Nature From a Sit Spot

Oct 10, 2020

Learn from volunteer naturalist and retired teacher, Susan Prince, how the young and young at heart can connect more deeply with nature by finding and returning to a ‘Sit Spot.’

Guide to the Perfect Picnic

Jul 06, 2020

Summer is the best time for a picnic! Whether you’re in your backyard or out on the trail, alone or sharing with a loved one, here are some tips for the perfect picnic.

Create a Bee Home For Your Yard

Jun 15, 2020

Give our native bees a safe place to nest by creating a bee home in your yard or garden!

How to Use Binoculars for Beginners

May 14, 2020

Here is a beginner's guide to getting started using binoculars. Use this guide to help you bird in your backyard or make new discoveries out on the trail! Here are our tips to help you and your binoculars reach their full potential.

Celebrate Earth Day at Home!

Apr 15, 2020

While local Earth Day fairs and parades have been cancelled, you can still celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day on April 22, 2020 from home. Here are some ideas to get you take action!

Create Your own Monarch Wings to Celebrate Earth Day!

Apr 13, 2020

Join the Land Trust in celebrating Earth Day by spotlighting our work in Western monarch conservation. Make your own monarch wings with what you have at home!