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Celebrating the Joy of Nature Educationplay_arrow

As we celebrate another successful school year of welcoming young people into nature, hear from youth and partners on their experiences.

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10 Highlights from our Nature Immersion Program Pilotplay_arrow

Looking back at our first Nature Immersion Program year.

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Field trips encourage students to find their sparkplay_arrow

From soil testing to plant identification, our environmental education field trips bring young people and nature together.

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Lesson spotlight: Animal Adaptationsplay_arrow

Through Animal Adaptations & Populations, youth become wildlife detectives.

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Lesson spotlight: Intro to Geologyplay_arrow

Taking soil samples is one way our environmental education programs encourage youth to discover more about geology.

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New aquaponics system supports STEM learningplay_arrow

Building positive cycles and helping youth flourish, a few fish and seeds at a time.

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Sparking change through new partnershipsplay_arrow

Camp Fire’s new partnership with Ramsey County 4-H and The Sanneh Foundation ensures bright futures for youth.

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Water Filtrationplay_arrow

Learn about water pollution and filtration in this lesson from one of our Naturalists.

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Writing PoeTreeplay_arrow

Foster a connection to trees and flex your creative muscle in this lesson from one of our Naturalists.

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Books about Natureplay_arrow

Nature-based books – recommended by Camp Fire staff – to keep you entertained while staying indoors.

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Mindfulness Exerciseplay_arrow

In addition to relieving stress and anxiety, mindfulness can help promote focus, empathy, and curiosity – something we could all benefit from during these uncertain times.

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How to make Biodegradable soapplay_arrow

In part 2 of our 3-part series on water quality, we’re inviting you to get involved by making biodegradable soap!

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Owl Adaptationsplay_arrow

We asked Katy Konrad, our former Outdoor Programs Manager, to share one of our winter lesson plans!

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Books about Natureplay_arrow

Recommended by Camp Fire Minnesota staff.

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