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Tuesday, June 16, 2009
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Get Outside on Father's Day!

Photo: Boy and dad riding bikeWhat are you going to do with your dad or grandpa on Father's Day? What does your dad like to do on a day off?

If you are looking for some fun outdoor activities that help the environment, check out this list of things you can do with your dad! Then invite him to join you.

-Help with yard work duties.

-Plant a fruit tree, berry bush or plant a garden together.

-Pick some berries at a local farm. Then make a delicious dessert for dad.

-Get some green tips from the stars of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.

-Go on a bike ride with your dad.

-Campout in your backyard with your dad.

-Recycle paper, plastic, aluminum, and glass containers. Then challenge your dad to game of Recycle Roundup. See who can sort the most items in the shortest amount of time!

-Pick up trash at a park or creek near where you live.

Photograph by Chris Rice, My Shot

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That is wonderful! I hope everybody had a great Father`s Day!

Isnt that dangerous

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