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  • CRAFTS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, URBAN NATURE

    Plein Air Painting With Kids

    • May 2, 2022
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    As the weather warms up, we start looking for any excuse to take our everyday activities outside. We love having dinner outside, reading outside, and playing games outdoors. Taking art and crafts outside is another fun way to maximize your outdoor hours while doing something fun and productive. Today, Michelle Garret, California mom and founder […]

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  • BEACH, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER, WATER

    How to Get Started Skimboarding With Kids

    • April 21, 2022
    boy and girl skim boarding

    Skimboarding is a fun, active, and affordable way to keep your kids entertained on the beach. Skimboarding is gaining in popularity, and for a good reason. It’s a safe way to introduce your kids to the ocean, challenge their abilities, boost their confidence, and let them have fun! Today, Wendy Cox, photographer and California mom […]

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  • FAVORITE GEAR, GIFT GUIDE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    Best Outdoor Toys for Kids

    • April 18, 2022

    Kids (and adults) need fresh air, sunshine, and time outdoors to play and recharge, but outdoor adventures don’t have to be far from home. Outdoor spaces like your own backyard can easily be turned into super fun play areas for kids with a few of these awesome outdoor toys, playsets, games, activities, and more. We […]

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  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES, SPRING

    Wild Violet Foraging with Kids & Color-Changing Simple Syrup

    • April 14, 2022
    Boy in yellow holding violets

    Wild violets are one of the very first sure signs of spring and the warmth it brings. Seeing that first colorful sign of spring after a long cold winter is such a happy sight. While most people may consider violets as a pesky weed that commonly grows in yards, we’re here to change your mind. […]

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  • BIKE, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    Best Balance Bikes for Kids

    • April 12, 2022
    best balance bikes for toddlers

    Learning to ride a bike is all about good balance and coordination. Developing these skills is the key to getting a child to learn to ride a bike safely and quickly. Balance bikes are great for young kids just starting to learn how to ride a bike. Today, we’re talking all things balance bikes – […]

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  • BIKE, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    Make Biking Fun: 30+ Accessories for Kids’ Bikes

    • April 8, 2022

    Biking is a fun outdoor activity for kids and a great way to get kids active and support their independence. Riding a bike is also a great way to teach your child about their surroundings and make them more mindful of their neighborhood and location. If you want to take your biking fun to the […]

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  • CRAFTS, GARDENING, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

    100+ Spring Outdoor Activities for Kids

    • April 4, 2022

    Spring is in the air! I’m so excited to officially welcome you to the season of green and growth! As the weather warms back up and the sun stays up later, it’s the perfect time to get those kids outside. After a long winter with bitterly cold temperatures and lots of time spent inside, we […]

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  • CRAFTS, HOLIDAYS, RECIPES

    Easter Nature Crafts for Kids

    • March 29, 2022

    Spring is officially here! And what a better way to enjoy the fresh air, sunshine, and warmer temperatures that spring brings than by getting outside and collecting some nature treasures! What you do with your nature treasures is up to you, but we have some fun ideas! Today, Hannah Martin, UK mom and co-host of […]

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  • FAVORITE GEAR, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR SCHOOLS

    Demystifying Outdoor Schools: The Next Big Thing in Early Childhood Education

    • March 22, 2022

    Outdoor schools are gaining in popularity and sprouting up across the US and Canada. Now more than ever, parents realize the benefits and importance of their kids spending time outside, in the natural world, and learning through hands-on nature-based education. But, what exactly is an outdoor school, where do you find one, and what do […]

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  • INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY

    The Importance of Storytelling with Photos

    • March 17, 2022
    Two children in face masks in New Orleans

    Capturing your family’s special moments (big and small) through photography is one of my biggest passions. Not many things make me happier (or more nostalgic) that looking at the photos of the trips, adventures, and outings we took together as family. The moments pass so quickly, but the photos will last a lifetime. Today, Chicago […]

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  • GEOCACHING, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK

    Spice Up Your Family Hikes with Geocaching

    • March 15, 2022
    geocaching etiquette

    Do your kids moan and groan when you mention hiking? Are they bored with the same trails? Do they like finding real-life treasure? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we’ve got a fun activity for you! Geocaching is a real-life treasure hunt that you can do nearly anywhere (including on your favorite […]

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  • CHALLENGE, FALL, HOLIDAYS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, SPRING, SUMMER

    How to Successfully Complete a Seasonal Spot Photography Project

    • March 10, 2022
    seasonal spot photo project

    You probably already know by now, but we’re pretty obsessed with photos here at Run Wild My Child. We know a photograph is more than a pretty picture – it’s a snapshot in time. Photography is a way to capture a moment in our children’s lives, a glimpse into the past, a fleeting memory forever […]

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  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, TEENS

    Finding Balance Between Organized Sports and Free Play for Kids

    • March 8, 2022
    high school baseball team lined up prior to the start of the game

    As our kids get older and start showing an interest in organized sports, many families struggle with finding balance. Organized sports have many positive attributes and benefits for kids. But, they are also a time commitment that can take away from time spent outdoors or with family. Today, Jen Barnes, South Carolina mom of three […]

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  • INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    Mental Health and Parenting Outdoors

    • February 11, 2022

    Parenting today is hard. Parents are feeling the weight of the world on them and every decision feels monumental. Stress and anxiety have been piling on top of parents over the last couple of years and we’ve been operating in survival mode, not taking care of ourselves as we should. We all know the benefits […]

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  • LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

    Skipping Stones with Kids: How to Skip Rocks and the Science Behind It

    • February 1, 2022

    Skipping stones is a super fun and easy outdoor activity for kids of all ages. It’s also a great way to begin teaching kids about physics and the science behind bouncing rocks on water! Today, Michelle Garrett, California mom and founder of Wonder Club Explorers is here with all the info you need to know […]

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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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