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Scott Stewart, Climbing Instructor
on October 19, 2022

‘If Students Love Nature, They’ll Protect It’: Why Scott Stewart Values Experiential Ed

Educator Highlights . Exploration

In our Educator Highlights, we discuss ideas and innovation with educators who inspire us. This fall, we’re celebrating Scott Stewart, a program director who designed and implemented a new experiential education program in South Korea. Scott designs experiential education experiences that promote personal growth and environmental stewardship. Hailing from Michigan, he is a world traveler who

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Hiker walking on narrow trail in foggy weather
on April 22, 2022

5 Easy Ways to Celebrate the Earth

Equity . Exploration

We hold the old adage, “Everyday is Earth Day,” close to our hearts, while also acknowledging that it is nice to have one specific day each year to recenter our intentions and connection to the land beneath our feet.

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Two children smelling orange and red flowers in forest
on July 5, 2021

Why Kids Need More Nature in Their Lives

Exploration

How important is it to teach our children about birds, butterflies, pollinators and the natural world in their own backyard? Extremely important, according to experts.

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Slime Mold
on May 22, 2020

9 Secret Facts About Slime Molds

Science

What can communicate without a brain, move without legs, and are real-life “Transformers?” Slime molds! Here’s nine little-known facts about them.

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journaling activities for kids
on March 21, 2020

Need “at-Home” Ideas? 5 Activities for Kids

Art for Kids . Exploration

In the meantime, here are five activities for kids. We’ll provide more ideas during the coming days and weeks. Our team wants to support you, in whatever little ways we can.

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