Recreation
Learn more about environmental education programs, park and wilderness visitation, how land is managed for conservation and recreation, and more with a variety of Natural Inquirer resources. Browse by topic, grade band, and resource type.
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National forests, parks, and other wildland areas are provided by state and federal governments for the use and enjoyment of all Americans.…National forests, parks, and other wildland areas are provided by state and federal governments for the use and enjoyment of all Americans. Not all people, however, use these areas for outdoor recreation. When... -
People have many different kinds of values. They might value their family, home, and country, as well as their favorite t-shirt or…People have many different kinds of values. They might value their family, home, and country, as well as their favorite t-shirt or place to play. Many kinds of activities are done outside, such... -
Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and…Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and enjoyment. Unless we understand what kinds of outdoor recreation activities... -
Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and…Almost everyone in the United States enjoys outdoor recreation, which is an activity that is done outside for fun and enjoyment. Unless we understand what kinds of outdoor recreation activities... -
A reflection from a baseball player after competing in the first all girl’s baseball tournament.A reflection from a baseball player after competing in the first all girl’s baseball tournament. -
The idea of protecting lands as wilderness did not happen overnight. Before the National Wilderness Preservation System was established in…The idea of protecting lands as wilderness did not happen overnight. Before the National Wilderness Preservation System was established in 1964, many people took actions that helped Americans understand the... -
The idea of protecting lands as wilderness did not happen overnight. Before the National Wilderness Preservation System was established in…The idea of protecting lands as wilderness did not happen overnight. Before the National Wilderness Preservation System was established in 1964, many people took actions that helped Americans understand the... -
A guide for caregivers to teach children about the natural world, this issue of Nature-Oriented Parenting includes information on the…A guide for caregivers to teach children about the natural world, this issue of Nature-Oriented Parenting includes information on the National Wilderness Preservation System and a family hiking activity. -
A guide for caregivers to teach children about the natural world, this edition of the Nature-Oriented Parenting newsletter features articles…A guide for caregivers to teach children about the natural world, this edition of the Nature-Oriented Parenting newsletter features articles about safe foraging and a dandelion fritter recipe. This newsletter... -
Hoping to learn more about the health benefits of nature? The Forest Service and Natural Inquirer have partnered to bring…Hoping to learn more about the health benefits of nature? The Forest Service and Natural Inquirer have partnered to bring you Nature Health Benefits LIVE! Learn about a research study...
