Welcome to Day 15 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To catch up on what we’ve been up to, you might want to head here. I can just hear you now: “Debi, what are you thinking? There’s no color to see during winter!” That’s what I used to think, too. Until I started paying closer attention … [Read more...]
Day 14: Explore a Tree
Welcome to Day 14 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To catch up on what we’ve been up to, you might want to head here. I’m a huge fan of trees. I am in awe of their strength and beauty. They stand tall and unshakable in even the most trying circumstances. They can be content to share their … [Read more...]
Day 13: Make Wind Streamers
Welcome to Day 13 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To catch up on what we’ve been up to, you might want to head here. You know those days when the kids are itching to run around, hop, jump, skip or just move? (I know, what day isn’t like that?) Wind streamers give you an excuse to do just … [Read more...]
Day 12: Go on a Micro Safari
Welcome to Day 12 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To catch up on what we’ve been up to, you might want to head here. How much do you think you could discover about nature in just one square foot of space? You might be surprised.Turns out you don’t necessarily need a lot of green space to … [Read more...]
Day 11: Keep a Moon Diary
Welcome to Day 11 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To catch up on what we’ve been up to, you might want to head here. Even before he had words, The Big Explorer was fascinated with the moon. When he was old enough, he called it a “ball,” then “full moon” or “part moon” depending on the time … [Read more...]