NWF NatureLink Clubs To Serve Kids of All Ages - Brief Article

National Wildlife, April-May, 2001

Young people from the elementary grades through high school can learn about nature in their neighborhoods and what they can do to make their communities healthier for people and wildlife through NWF's new series of NatureLink clubs.

The year-round clubs, which will be sponsored by schools or community organizations, offer programs for three different age groups:

* Ranger Rick's EarthSavers Club introduces elementary school children to nature in their communities through a variety of fun, hands-on activities.

* NWF's Teen Adventure Club, a completely new program for middle school students, features science-based investigation, community service and on-line activities with fellow club members.

* NWF's Earth Tomorrow Club, based on a highly successful NWF program that has been operating in Detroit for several years, guides high school students in developing community conservation projects, gaining workplace and leadership skills and exploring environmental careers.

Each youth club will receive subscriptions to one of NWF's award- winning magazines, monthly activities and lesson plans by fax or e-mail and access to on-line materials.

To find out more about the NatureLink clubs and how your school or community organization can sponsor one, check NWF's Web site at www.nwf.org/naturelink or call 1-800-822-9919.