Sylvia Medina, chair of Love the Wild Foundation, met with children from an Indonesian village deep in Borneo. We gave them toys and books and discussed environmental issues and their amazing home. When we were leaving the location there was an orangutan hanging out in the area which provided yet another learning opportunity.
Sponsoring books for Kids
For the last 4 years Green Kids Club has been bringing books and toys to children at the Holy Cross Anglican School in San Pedro, Belize. The books teach children the importance of taking care of our environment and its animals. This year the Green Kids Club (www.greenkidsclub.com) in conjunction with Love the Wild Foundation shared stories relating to taking care of our water and keeping the island clean from trash. Future environmental stewards of our world!

Wild to the Heart
“If it's wild to your own heart, protect it. Preserve it. Love it."

Animal Profile: The Manatee
Manatees never leave warm water and can hold their breath for 20 minutes, although they usually come up for a breath of air every 3-4 minutes. They are so slow moving that they often grow algae on their skin.

Immerse Yourself In Nature
Now that the leaves are falling to the ground, it’s a great time to take a nature walk and admire the changes happening all around us. Bundle up, and bring a notebook and pencil, or bags to collect items or trash. Record observations, make sketches, pick up a leaf or acorn for further exploration. Talk about what you see, use your five senses (well, maybe not taste!), appreciate how Mother Nature is preparing for winter and storing energy for next spring. Or turn it into a service project with gloves and trash bags to pick up any litter that you...