Perhaps our favorite issue of the year – our Earth Day edition – is available now at over 1,300 locations throughout the region (or online by clicking here).
Why is it our fave? Because environmental stewardship is such an important topic, particularly for parents, who are raising the next generation to either embrace the planet and protect it – or destroy it.
This year’s issue is chock-full of ideas to help you raise a child who will love the natural world and take care of it. We profile several families who’ve adopted simplicity as an earth-friendly lifestyle. They explain why it’s good for kids, good for the planet – and good for their pocket books, too. (I could go on and on about this subject! Heck, I could even write a book about it. Oh…that’s right. I did.)
We’ve got information on gardening with kids, on how summer camps can cure “nature deficit disorder” and details on volunteering with Friends of Trees. The Oregon Environmental Council describes their legislative efforts to ensure that the products our kids use are safe (and that their schools are, too). And we tell you about the many fantastic natural spaces, destinations and programs that Metro offers that you may not know about. We list dozens of family-friendly events, including Earth Day celebrations and egg hunts (and we have a ton more in our online calendar).
And much more! Pick up your copy today!

April 1st, 2009 | Category: Metro Parent