Can You See the Stars? Help Scientists Track Light Pollution
When you think about pollution, what comes to mind? For me, I imagine smoke from a chimney, trash on a roadway, or an orange-tainted river. But what I should add to my list are the…
10 Unexpected Reasons Why Families Should Start Nature Journaling
If you’re looking for a fun and educational activity to add to your homeschool routine, nature journaling might be just the thing! Here are ten unexpected reasons why you should consider starting a nature journal…
10 Tips on How to Plan a Science Field Trip
If you are a homeschooling parent, I am sure you are looking for ways to get your kids outside. I also know that you probably want to do some meaningful science projects. But how can…
Make Your Vacation More Meaningful: Monitor Marine Debris
Is your family in summer vacation mode? Perhaps that includes heading to the shore, a lake, or a river. While there, look around and see if people are leaving their trash or if it is…
Butterflies in Peril: Help Save the Monarch
There is something magical about the monarch butterfly. When we see one, it leads us to pause and take in their incredible beauty. We love to watch the flapping of their wings as they settle…
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Project Budburst: Learn how to celebrate spring and protect our cherry trees.
Want your family to help scientists learn how to protect cherry trees? Then join the community science project, Cherry Blossom Blitz, run by Project Budburst. Your kids will track a cherry tree as it buds,…
Community Science Projects: How to Save the World
Community science projects – Why are they important? People like you and I aren’t going to solve all the challenges in our environment. But with community science projects, we can help make a difference. Through…
How to Be a Community Scientist: Join Winter Salt Watch
Do you care about the environment? I am sure you do. Have you ever wondered how you or your youth can make a difference? One way is by becoming a citizen scientist. Community science is…
Jersey Shore Secrets: Uncover them at the Wetlands Institute
Looking for a field trip add-on to your Jersey Shore visit? Whether it’s summertime or the weather just feels that way, I know a lot of us love to head to the Jersey Shore. I…