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Shannon has a M.S. in Geology, is a teacher in a Waldorf School and has background as a children's yoga teacher.

She is passionate about connecting children to themselves and to the natural world.

About Backyard Mama

Backyard Mama's mission is for every child to spend time outside every day.

The intention of this blog is to offer inspiration to do that. Take this tips and tools and use them, or contact me and I can run a program at your center.

Our programs take many forms:
* classes in your school or childcare center
* classes for camps or nature centers
* professional development through conferences and workshops
* professional development designed for your staff
* community workshops at libraries and agencies

We're always excited to design something special just for you!

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Earth Day Rhode Island (and a trip to the UK)

Day Two: Count Down to Earth Day

Enjoy Earth Day whether by strolling through the woods with your family (or alone) or participating in an event like those listed below.

And please remember to come back here and tell us about it!

Event Listings:

What Grows on in Rhode Island has a database of Earth Day Events.

ecoRI published a wonderful list of events in Rhode Island.

Specific Events:

The Matunuck Oyster Bar and 94 HJY have teamed up for a beach and salt marsh clean up on April 22nd followed by fun at the Oyster Bar.

The Mystic Aquarium is organizing a beach clean up in eastern CT on April 16th and is having an Earth Day Celebration at the aquarium on the 22nd.

You can celebrate Earth Day with a relaxing family hike at the Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center in Mystic, CT on April 23rd  at 3 pm.

Kettle Pond Visiter Center in Charlestown, RI is hosting Family Yoga and a Family Scavenger Hunt on April 16th, 2011 at 10 am and 11 am respectively – Let’s G.O. Rhode Island!

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Featured Blog of Today is: I am a teacher, get me OUTSIDE here! Juliet is such a thoughtful writer and has ample information on using nature as a learning tool. Enjoy!

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Please remember to check out and do some of our activities listed in Count Down to Earth Day.

Now, go outside and plant a garden!

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