Getting outside together is so much fun. Nurture that time to encourage the deeper discovery of plants, animals, and wildlife. This summer, take a moment to celebrate new flowers, spot hidden bird nests, and identify unfamiliar trees. More ideas below.

A grid of outdoor items: pine tree, moss, animal footprint, sleeping bag, pond, lantern, campfire, flashlight, picnic table, frog, bird nest, hiking boot, FREE, backpack, and butterfly.

Free camping bingo printable for kids ages 4-12. Spot tents, hiking boots, owls, and more on your next family camping trip.

Illustrated two kids mixing moth bait in a bowl surrounded by cartoon moths at sunset

Calling All Moths!

Do you know the moths in your area? Since most fly at night, they’re not so easy to meet. Why not throw a moth party? The first step is to send out an invitation. Here’s how!

Something Else?

Pair your craft with a kid-friendly recipe like fruit ladybugs.

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Colorful homemade sidewalk chalk shaped like popsicles in orange, green, and purple with wooden craft stick handles. The image includes the title "Chalk Pops" and the subtitle "Make your own sidewalk chalk."

Sidewalk Chalk Art: Make Chalk Pops

Turn ordinary sidewalk chalk into colorful “pops” that look good enough to eat (but definitely aren’t!). Mix up a rainbow of bright colors, let them dry, then head outside to transform your sidewalk into a colorful outdoor art gallery!

Ranger Rick waving and sitting on a log with the words "Take the Ranger Rick Pledge"

Be a Nature Hero! Take the Ranger Rick Pledge and promise to explore nature, respect wildlife, and be a friend to the Earth. Print this page, sign the pledge, and share your commitment to caring for our amazing planet.

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