How to Connect with Nature and Become More of a Conservationist

1. How to Connect with Nature and
Become More of a
Conservationist
By: Valerie Varnuska

2. How to Connect with Nature and Become More of a
Conservationist
A life-long resident of Westbury, NY, Valerie Varnuska enjoys the arts, including opera. Also a
nature lover and conservationist, Valerie Varnuska spends much of her leisure time enjoying
scenic areas around Westbury, NY.

3. How to Connect with Nature and Become More of a
Conservationist
Taking time to connect with nature and educate yourself about your natural surroundings is an
important step in learning how to conserve nature. There are many ways to engage with nature,
including simple activities such as taking a family hike on a local trail, or planning a trip to a
national park or nature preserve in your area. To learn more about what you see, use mobile apps
or books to identify plants and wildlife. Parents and teachers can engage their children in learning
about nature by seeking out nature- and animal-focused games.

4. How to Connect with Nature and Become More of a
Conservationist
As you spend more time in the outdoors, you may feel motivated to join a conservation group or
participate in local organizing efforts to protect the environment and ecosystems. Also, many
conservationists devote time to maintaining blogs or creating social media posts that raise public
awareness about the importance of conserving nature and explain ways to do it.