July 2005 Kids Garden News Gardens bring nature into our backyards so we can appreciate its wonder without experiencing the dangers of the wild. We love our gardens because they feed our bodies and renew our spirits. This month we explore the benefits of gardening (especially the benefits to youth) and why everyone needs a green retreat. For individuals with challenged mobility, gardening opportunities may at first appear limited, but as you'll see, there are many ways to create a garden that's accessible to everyone! Also in this issue, read about the 2005 Mantis Awards, including a special article about Camp ASCCA in Jackson's Gap, AL, a Mantis Award winner with a successful accessible youth garden. Finally, be sure to check out the Plant of the Month, Resources, and News Items! Please e-mail our editor with your questions or suggestions. We'd love to hear from you!
Spotlight Article: Growing Kids in Accessible Gardens, Camp ASCCA
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Grants and Awards Programs Rooted in Community National Conference This conference is a networking and learning opportunity for youth to discover ways to build healthy communities through urban and rural agriculture, related environmental justice, community gardening, and food security work. Online
Environmental Education Courses Community Food Security Coalition's Annual Meeting Learn about Youth Delegation opportunities for this conference in Atlanta, Georgia on October 5-9, 2005. Free Pollinators Poster Order this beautiful color poster, complete with activity ideas, for your classroom or home school. Quantities limited. School
Lunch Waste in the News Environmental Education Classroom Lessons The Earth Day Network has new environmental education resources available for teachers. Funding Opportunities Check out the wide array of grant and award opportunities from nonprofits across the nation. Hot
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