Even in chilly upstate New York, nature artist Carol Coogan tries to sketch outdoors whenever she can. Carol writes and illustrates a weekly column for my local newspaper called "Backyard Naturalist." ...

These days, everyone can benefit from a little more time spent outdoors. Studies have shown over and over that being immersed in nature is good for both your mental and physical health. Not just ...

This piece comes to us from the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). To honor Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, WCS and Nature are sharing stories of nature and conservation. As a child, I ...

In this age of screens and busy schedules, nature day camps are in demand, and many offer a more diverse array of experiences than parents probably realize. “Offering children direct contact with ...

"People always ask me if I draw anything other than nature,” said Addie Willsrud. “I literally don’t know what else I would ...

Before heading out for a walk in the Presidio, six young children and two teachers sat around a small table and offered up their ideas for good character. One of the 4-year-olds, a girl named Olivia, ...

Young children are innately curious about nature and the tiny creatures in their environment. We just need to provide them with opportunities to continue and deepen their interest in nature as they ...

You’re having a tough day so you get outside and boom! The sky, the fresh air and the trees all combine to lift your mood. And once you begin to walk or move outdoors in nature on a regular basis, you ...