What Drought Reveals About Our Changing Climate

As of May 2026, more than half the country had experienced drought this year, making it the worst spring drought recorded in decades. Unfortunately, these drought conditions have been increasing for years. From 2020 to early 2023, more than 40 percent of the continental United States remained under some level of drought for extended periods. By comparison, between 1895 and 2010, only about 14 percent of the country experienced major drought in a given year, with the Dust Bowl remaining the most severe drought and heat disaster in modern U.S. history.

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Go Plastic Free This July

Summer doesn’t mean we need to neglect nature to have fun in the sun. It just takes a few moments from time to time to stop and consider if there is a better option out there. That is why we created the Plastic Free July Bingo Card. Print this card and make strides to do better for yourself and the planet this year. Don’t fret if you can’t get a bingo by the end of July. Just keep working on it ’til you finally get it, then aim for a total blackout!

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What Time is It? Green Hour®: Wild Critters USA!

National Wildlife Federation’s Ranger Rick has teamed up with PBS Nature and Orbit for a great podcast for your family!

Wild Critters USA answers kids' questions, like: Why don't desert animals move to cooler climates? How long have American Alligators been around?

Listen for amazing wildlife stories, and then head outside for a Green Hour to discover wildlife and wild places nearby.

Sea Turtle Conservation and the Familial Bonds Shaped by Nature

A single evening watching a loggerhead sea turtle nest became a life-changing moment for one family, helping forge lasting bonds through a shared experience in nature. This heartfelt story explores how time outdoors can bring people together across generations while highlighting the importance of protecting sea turtles and the coastal habitats they depend on.

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How You Can Make a Difference in Conservation This 250th Birthday

This year, the United States is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, an incredible document created by people determined to make change happen. Undoubtedly, communities across the country will celebrate with fireworks and grilled food, but what better way to celebrate this monumental anniversary than by considering all the ways we can meaningfully contribute to our communities and the nation?

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