Connect with nature in your own backyard. Get ready for a night of outdoor fun when you join in NWF’s Great American Backyard Campout, Saturday, June 24. Spend time gazing at the stars, listening for the sounds of nocturnal animals, and swapping stories by the light of the lantern or flashlight. And what’s a night of camping without s’mores for a snack? Camping out in the yard is so easy, anyone can do it—even first-timers. Gather the kids, grandkids, neighbors and friends to join in the fun. Last year thousands across the country united for this great event. Register your campsite and get recipes, activities, wildlife guides and more at www.nwf.org/campout.

(Image © National Wildlife Federation)