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Summer Nature Exploration Activities for Kids

July 24, 2021 by Editorial Staff Leave a Comment

Summer Nature Exploration ActivitiesNeed fun ways to explore nature this summer? New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has you covered. Get started by checking out Conservationist for Kids 50 outdoor activities for all ages and levels that are perfect for the whole family.

Stuck inside? Find ways to “go fishing” indoors. Take an I Bird NY 2021 Challenge to get started with one of the fastest growing outdoor activities. Play bingo with family and friends using Discover Nature Bingo.

Keep track of your nature discoveries by using an app like iNaturalist, Merlin, or eBird. Check out the caregiver, parent and educator resources webpage while at home.

Rainy day? Print the Sustainable Living coloring pages.

Have a story about your summer explorations you would like to share? Email adventureny@dec.ny.gov.

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Filed Under: Nature, Recreation Tagged With: birding, birds, DEC, nature, Wildlife

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