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.
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!
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.
How can you show your “tree appreciation”? Go outside and have some fun with trees!
Catch a cricket, build it a temporary home, and observe its behavior for a week! This easy nature activity teaches kids about insects through hands-on science.
Download our free happy hiking printable checklist and turn any outdoor walk into a detective mission for young explorers and hikers.
Go on a mushroom hunt! Learn how to find and identify fungi in your neighborhood with this fun outdoor nature activity.