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Idlewild Green Gazette

Idlewild Green Gazette

Are you a teen passionate about writing, design, and environmental conservation?

 Idlewild Green Gazette, is a free 6-week summer program designed for teens ages 13 to 17! Participants will be given the unique opportunity to become published science journalists by researching and writing original environmental articles on climate, wildlife, and sustainability. Throughout the program, teens will collaborate with their peers to design a digital newsletter, gain hands-on experience in science communication, and share their voices on crucial environmental issues.

Program Overview

 

  • Who: Teens ages 13–17

  • Cost: FREE

  • Dates: July 7th – August 13th (Applications Closed)

  • Schedule: Tuesdays & Thursdays | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

  • Location: Idlewild Environmental Center (222-02 149th Ave., Springfield Gardens, NY 11413)

Editor Picks

You Are What You Eat: A Bite-Sized Guide to Mushrooms

Mushrooms are a delicious delicacy found in plenty of dishes, sought after for their rich, umami flavor profiles and earthy depth. But how do people access them? By foraging them! Mushrooms can be found all over if you look close enough. But be careful, for some of them may pack a deadly punch rather than a flavorful one. Click here to read more!

Moo Deng Calls for Action: You Helping?

Moo Deng is an internet famous pygmy hippo who raised awareness for her environment through social media. Although she has gained the attention of many, her species continues to grow towards extinction. Moo Deng’s calling for you – Click here to read more!

Protein-Maxxing: How Does it Contribute to the Global Water Bankruptcy?

Protein-maxxing has infected our everyday lives, expanding into every shelf in the supermarket. However, when comparing protein to fruits and vegetables, protein has a substantially larger water footprint. We’re all aware of the effects protein has on your body, but if you want to learn more about the effects it has on the environment. Click here to read more!

Are We Too Late?

The countdown to 2050 is on, and the race to achieve net-zero emissions has never been more critical. Decades of scientific warnings, changing public opinion, and political decisions have all shaped where we stand today. Can we still course correct and save our planet? Or are we too late? Click here to read more!

How Rain Gardens Are Transforming Urban Communities

What if a garden could help fight flooding, filter polluted water, protect wildlife – all whilst looking pretty? Rain gardens are transforming New York City neighborhoods by managing stormwater and creating greener, more resilient communities. Discover how these small gardens are making a big environmental impact. Click here to read more!

“Tiktok made me buy it!” Let's learn how the environment is constantly paying for it