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  • BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, WATER

    South Seas Island Resort

    • August 3, 2022
    attitudes and latitudes south seas island resort beach dining

    Traveling and vacationing with kids is a great way to build core memories while experiencing new things together, but planning trips can also be stressful. Researching where to go, where to stay, and the best things to do can be really overwhelming. Busy moms just don’t have tons of time to spend reading reviews, searching […]

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  • CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS

    Roan Mountain Highlands with Kids

    • July 27, 2022
    Appalachian Trail Kids

    The Appalachian Trail and Great Smoky Mountain National Park are both huge touristy areas this time of year. The park is incredible, but the crowds can be intense and overwhelming. However, there is another option for exploring the Appalachian Trail with kids nearby that is family-friendly and way less crowded, with spectacular vistas and stunning […]

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  • FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS

    Eureka Springs, Arkansas with Kids

    • July 25, 2022

    There is something fun about discovering a new and unique place together with your kids. Big cities usually get a lot of press, but sometimes, the small towns have the most fun of all. Arkansas may not be on your bucket list yet, but it should be! Executive Team member Nichole Holze recently took a […]

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  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER, WATER

    How to Get Started in Youth Sailing

    • July 18, 2022
    a group of 420 sailboats on a lake

    Sailing on a boat in the open sea sounds like a magical (albeit expensive) adventure. But, getting into sailing is easier and more affordable than you might think. Youth sailing is a really exhilarating recreational activity and an exciting sport. If you think sailing is something that your kids might be interested in trying out, […]

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  • BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, SUMMER

    Best Kid-friendly Beaches in Southern California

    • June 30, 2022

    If you’re planning a trip to Southern California with your family, hitting a beach should be on your to-do list! Southern California has some of the most beautiful and unique beaches in the country. With so many beach options available, it can be hard finding the best beaches for kids and families. Today, Megan Haveelar, […]

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  • ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, GOOD FOR NATURE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER

    Raising Monarch Butterflies with Children

    • June 27, 2022

    Monarch butterflies, with their beautiful vivid orange wings with wide black borders are considered by some to be the “king of butterflies” (hence the name). Monarch butterflies can be found across North America, but are facing issues due to their roosting sites being threatened by development and loss of the trees that create the unique […]

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  • CAMP, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER

    Camping with Kids: Best Tents for Families

    • June 21, 2022

    Whether you’re buying your first tent or upgrading to accommodate a growing family, there’s a lot to consider when purchasing a new tent. When camping, your tent is your home away from home. It’s where you’ll spend your evenings when you sleep and possibly hang out during rain or bouts of bad weather. Tents provide […]

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  • CRAFTS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    How to Make 3 DIY Nature Crowns for Kids

    • June 15, 2022

    Nature crowns are so much fun to make and even more fun to wear! Making a DIY nature crown is a great way to encourage kids to spend time outdoors, collecting nature items, and then inspire their creativity and get crafty! Flower crowns can be made with all kinds of natural materials, most of which […]

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  • CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

    Adventuring as a Solo Mom

    • June 14, 2022
    Family Fun

    Here at Run Wild My Child, we’re big fans of moms! We genuinely believe moms can do just about anything they put their minds to. We want to help moms make the most of their time with their kids and make it easier to get outside and make memories together in nature. One of the […]

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  • GARDENING, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

    Starting an Outdoor Herb Garden with Your Kids

    • June 10, 2022

    No food tastes quite as amazing as food that you grow yourself in your own garden. Whether you’re growing a large garden plot full of vegetables or a couple of small containers of herbs, there’s something magical about growing your own food and herbs. And, of course, kids can help out and learn to appreciate […]

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  • CLIMB, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    How to Get Started Rock Climbing With Kids

    • June 9, 2022
    rock climbing

    Are you looking for a fun, challenging, and active way to spend time together as a family? Want to help your kids develop problem-solving skills, boost their confidence, and increase their concentration? Then rock climbing might just be your new favorite family activity! Today, youth climbing coach and Washington mom of 4, RyAnn Peverly shares […]

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  • CAMP, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER

    Unique Family-Friendly Camping with Hipcamp

    • June 6, 2022

    It’s almost summer, which means it’s officially camping season! This summer millions of weary souls will head into the wilderness to refresh, recharge and connect by spending time in nature. We hope that you’ll be one of them! Camping is such an amazing way to bond with your kids, disconnect from your screens, and get […]

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  • CRAFTS, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOORS INSIDE, SPRING

    Dissecting Daffodils and Tulips with Kids

    • June 2, 2022
    examining tulips

    Some of the first signs of spring are the colorful blossoms of tulips and daffodils. Without fail, those early pops of springtime color bring delight to our souls. As the tulips and daffodils bravely poke their leaves up through the soil, send out stems and buds, and then finally bloom, they remind us that winter will […]

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  • FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

    Snowboarding with Kids at Bolton Valley Resort

    • May 19, 2022

    Snowboarding is a really fun, active, and challenging way to get kids outside during the winter months. Today, Chelsea Furlong, a Virginia Beach teacher, photographer, and mom of two skateboarding kids is here to share her family’s recent experience at Bolton Valley Resort in Richmond, Vermont, learning how to snowboard. She gives us a great […]

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  • BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER

    Family Travel Guide to Southwest Michigan

    • May 17, 2022
    Southwest Michigan Beach

    When planning a beach vacation, Michigan may not be the first place that comes to mind to visit. However, don’t rule out a family-friendly vacation to explore the Lake Michigan shore. A true hidden gem of the Midwest, southwest Michigan offers sugar-sand beaches, charming beach towns, and plenty of outdoor adventure for the whole family. […]

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One thing I’ve learned over the years is that you One thing I’ve learned over the years is that you don’t have to do every part of family adventure travel “the hard way” to still be outdoorsy, capable, or adventurous.

Yes, we can plan our own fishing trips. We can research lakes, study maps, tie rigs, figure out patterns, scout locations, and spend hours trying to crack the code in a new place. And sometimes we do. 

But when we’re traveling as a family, especially somewhere new, hiring a fishing guide IS SO MUCH EASIER and has become one of our favorite ways to experience a destination together.

Some of our kids’ best vacation memories have happened in boats, on rivers, or standing next to a guide teaching them how to cast, net a fish, or identify wildlife. It lets us do something we love and gives us a chance to connect with local people who genuinely love the place they call home. 

We almost always leave with fish stories, new knowledge, funny moments, and a much deeper appreciation for the area we’re visiting.

It’s also really nice to NOT have to bait every hook for once.

I think a lot of families assume guides are only for experts or “serious” fishermen, but I honestly think they can make fishing MORE approachable, less stressful, and way more enjoyable for families and beginners, too.

Have you ever hired a fishing guide on vacation? Or is this something you’d consider doing with your family? 🎣

Tagging a few of our favorite guides:
@l4k_charters 
@montanatroutstalkers 
@rouseflyfish 
@ladyluckadventure 
@shallowwaterexpeditions 
@madisonriverfc 
@fishsickness 
@gettingoutdoors
This is your sign to say YES to the trip. To the d This is your sign to say YES to the trip.
To the day hike.
To the roadside stop.
To the late-night ice cream.
To the “should we just go for it?” moment.

Not because it’ll be easy.
Not because your kids won’t complain.

But because summer has a way of slipping through our fingers faster than we expect.

And years from now, your kids probably won’t remember the clean house, the perfectly planned schedule, or how caught up you were on laundry.

They’ll remember the ADVENTURE!!

That’s the heart behind our upcoming ROAM issue of the Run Wild My Child magazine. A celebration of exploration, curiosity, family adventure, and raising kids who aren’t afraid to wander a little.

What’s one place you want to roam this summer?
Let me introduce you to the coolest event of the s Let me introduce you to the coolest event of the summer..the Go Pro Mountain Games in Vail! 

A whole mountain town filled with outdoor adventure, muddy kids, climbing walls, bike races, dogs flying through the air (literally), whitewater events, live music, athletes doing absolutely wild things, and families everywhere outside together? 

Sign me up.

And what I love most is that this isn’t just an event where kids stand on the sidelines watching. There are SO many opportunities for them to participate too. Mud runs. Kids races. Climbing. Biking. Adventure events. 

It’s the kind of weekend that inspires kids to try hard things, get dirty, cheer loudly, and completely forget their screens exist for a while.

Most of the spectator events are FREE, so families can spend the weekend wandering around Vail watching kayaking, rafting, dock dogs, slacklining, speed climbing, biking, and more.

And I’m extra excited because RWMC will be there this year too! 

Our Creative Team member Crystal @mrs.st.clair and her family will be on-site covering the event for us, sharing behind-the-scenes, favorite events, family tips, and answering your questions along the way.

If your family loves being outside, adventure, mountain towns, active kids, or unique summer experiences…this one deserves a spot on your bucket list.

Tell me, would your kids be more excited about the mud run, climbing wall, dock dogs, or bike races?

@mountaingamesvail
Tis the season of field trips, end-of-year concert Tis the season of field trips, end-of-year concerts, last-minute dress-up spirit days, forgotten permission slips, snack sign-ups, graduations, spring sports, and somehow still needing to function like a normal adult with a job and a calendar.

And don’t even get me started on trying to cook dinner, keep kids alive, AND plan a “relaxing” summer. 😂

Swipe through for all the reasons we love May anyway (but do we?), and then tell me:

What’s got you running on fumes this month?
To the moms who choose outside. Who say yes to pu To the moms who choose outside.

Who say yes to puddles.
Who let them climb.
Who sit on the sidelines.
Who pack the snacks and the sunscreen.
Who show up tired and try anyway.

Happy Mother’s Day.

The work you’re doing will echo longer than you know.
Is that too much to ask? Considering this my Moth Is that too much to ask? 
Considering this my Mother’s Day weekend wish list!

Did I miss anything?
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