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    7 Family-Friendly Places to Explore in Illinois

    • April 12, 2021
    Family in shelter bluff

    Illinois might not be on the very top of your family’s outdoor adventure bucket list. But, this Midwest state just might surprise you with some really incredible hikes and trails, amazing state parks, camping options, lake adventures, and more! Today, Creative Team member Meghan Garriott, Illinois mom of 2 (soon to be 3) shares 7 […]

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  • GOOD FOR NATURE, HOLIDAYS, INFORMATION, PRINTABLES

    Earth Day Challenge

    • April 5, 2021

    Do you feel like you should be doing more to help the environment, but don’t know where to start? Are you overwhelmed by all the “eco-friendly” products out there and how expensive they can be? Do you want someone to help guide you through easy ways to take small steps towards reducing your carbon footprint? We’ve got […]

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

    Family Travel: Vista Verde Ranch, Colorado

    • March 26, 2021

    Are you looking for an unforgettable family vacation? Want to find a place full of memorable outdoor adventures for the entire family? Are you craving a luxurious guest ranch experience while you enjoy the beauty of a traditional dude ranch? We’ve found the perfect place. Today, Araceli Gonzalez, a California mom of three, is going […]

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  • BOOKS, HOLIDAYS, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

    National Let’s Laugh Day Done the Nature Way

    • March 18, 2021

    To all the jokesters, punny people, pranksters, and lovers of laughter…your day is here! This is snow joke! There really is a day 100% devoted to enhancing the laughter in this world and this post is all about sharing laughter with others! Run Wild My Child is all about getting families outside, so together let’s […]

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  • CAMP, HIKE, INFORMATION, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    Outdoor Skills: Teaching Kids How to Build A Fire & Fire Safety Tips

    • March 8, 2021

    Having outdoor skills like knowing how to build a fire are important when you spend a lot of time outside. Teaching kids how to build fires isn’t very difficult, but it does take some thought, planning, and time. Plus, teaching your children basic fire safety tips and advice is something that may be invaluable and […]

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  • ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, URBAN NATURE, WINTER

    Owling with Kids

    • March 2, 2021

    Have you ever spotted an owl in the wild? Have you heard one calling through the woods at dusk? Owls are fascinating, yet elusive birds, made even more mysterious by their silent flight and their nocturnal habits. But, finding owls isn’t impossible—you just have to know where and when to look. Today, Leslie Alvis, Ohio […]

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  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOORS INSIDE, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

    60+ Indoor & Outdoor Snow Day Activities for Kids

    • February 23, 2021

    Snow days are the stuff of childhood dreams! A whole day off school to play in the snow sounds great to most kids. But, snow days are not always easy for parents. Many times, parents still have to work or take care of things around the house. While we’re all about getting kids OUTSIDE, we […]

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  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

    Mud Activities for Kids: 7 Creative Ways to Have Fun with Mud

    • February 19, 2021

    As parents, we see mud and only see a mess. But to children, mud is an abundant and attractive medium for creation, exploration, and adventure. Mud is fun! Playing with mud engages all the senses, encourages creativity, and creates long-lasting childhood memories. Now more than ever families need ways to keep kids safe at home […]

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  • FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

    Beginner’s Guide to Snowshoeing with Kids

    • February 12, 2021

    Do you dread winter? Feel like you’re trapped inside with wild kiddos because winter activities take a lot of preparation, skill, time, or money? We have some great news for you! There is a simple winter activity that requires just a few resources and will inspire you and your children to get outdoors, enjoying the […]

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  • ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, BEACH, CAMP, FISH, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, WINTER

    Winter Crabbing with Kids

    • February 10, 2021

    If you’re anywhere close to the coast and interested in a fun outdoor activity that will not only provide hours of entertainment, but also provide dinner, we’ve got a post for you! Today, Creative Team member and California mom of three, Araceli Gonzalez takes on a winter crabbing with kids adventure. She walks us through […]

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  • OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, PRINTABLES, WINTER

    Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt for Kids

    • February 4, 2021

    The winter months can be frigid, but that certainly doesn’t mean that you and your little ones have to stay inside! Now is a great time to find some fun and creative ways to get outside together with your kids. And even better if you can teach them a skill, while you’re at it! If […]

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  • HIKE, HOLIDAYS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

    Valentine’s Day Outdoor Activity: Nature Heart Hunt

    • February 1, 2021

    Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and that typically means a whole lot of love and hearts! Let’s embrace the hearts and invite nature to be our valentine this year. Today, Creative Team member, Katie Fox, an RV-living roadschooling mom of 2, takes us on an outdoor nature heart hunt. She shows us how […]

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  • GARDENING, NATURE SCHOOL, WINTER

    Winter Garden Planning with Kids

    • January 28, 2021
    winter garden planning with kids sunset garden

    A great garden starts in the winter! Now is the time to get out those seed catalogs and figure out what you’re going to plant this year and where. Planning out your garden is such a fun activity to do in the winter. It reminds us that warmth and sunshine will be returning soon. Garden […]

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  • CAMP, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WINTER

    Winter Car Camping With Kids

    • January 26, 2021

    If you’re anything like me, sometimes you catch yourself wishing the winter months away in anticipation of all the fun outdoor activities you can do in spring and summer. Camping is among our family’s favorite things to do during the warmer months and we miss it during the winter. But, do we have to? Who […]

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  • ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, BOOKS, INFORMATION, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOORS INSIDE

    Nature Books for Little Naturalists

    • January 22, 2021
    Nature Books for Kids

    In a world where research for so many young people takes place on the internet, it’s so nice to find books that are both educational and beautiful! Today, Jemma, English teacher and mom of 4 is here sharing 9 awesome nature books from Quarto Publishers that will help inspire a love of nature in your […]

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Ok, February… are you done yet? Because I am. ❄️😩 Ok, February… are you done yet? Because I am. ❄️😩

We’ve trudged through the endless layers, the lost gloves, the muddy everything. 

We’ve survived the why-is-it-still-dark-at-5pm blues, the ice skating parking lots, and the 3rd “surprise” snowstorm of the month. 

And now? 

I’m over it. I’m ready to move on. It’s not you, it’s me!

So tell me—how much winter do you have left where you live? 

Drop a ❄️ if you’re still buried in snow, a 🌷 if spring is finally showing up, or a 🏕 if you’re already planning your first camping trip of the year!
What I ordered: a magazine. What I got: a whole se What I ordered: a magazine.
What I got: a whole season of memories and adventure. ❄️

You may think that the Run Wild My Child magazine is just a few pages of stories, ideas, and pretty pictures…

But, what you really get is inspiration on hard days, permission to do things your way, new traditions, deeper conversations, and a reminder that winter doesn’t have to feel so long and heavy.

Because this isn’t just a magazine.
It’s ideas that turn into adventures.
It’s stories that turn into confidence.
It’s small moments that turn into the kind of childhood you were hoping to give your kids.

If you’re craving more outside time, more connection, and a little more magic this season… this one’s for you.

Comment MAGAZINE and I’ll send you the link to subscribe.
I spend all day with my kids… but some days it fee I spend all day with my kids… but some days it feels like we barely connect.

It’s a lot of reminders, snacks, schedules, and “hurry up, we’re late.”

We’re in the same house, in the same car, at the same dinner table… but sometimes it still feels a little surface-level. Like we’re just managing the day instead of really seeing each other.

That’s exactly why we created the Intentional 10 Challenge. Not to add one more thing to your plate, but to show you how powerful 10 intentional minutes a day can be.

For 10 days, you’ll get a simple theme, easy activity ideas, and a little encouragement in your inbox each morning. You pick what works for your kids, your schedule, your energy level, and your budget. No pressure. No perfection. Just real connection.

Every time we do this challenge, I feel closer to my kids. We laugh more. I learn new things about them. And the whole mood of our evenings shifts in the best way.

We start tomorrow, and it’s completely free.

Comment TEN and I’ll send you the link to sign up.
You don’t need MORE time. You need more INTENTION You don’t need MORE time. 
You need more INTENTIONAL time. 

You don’t need hours of elaborate activities or perfectly planned days to connect with your kids. 

Research shows that just 10 MINUTES of intentional focused attention can be more powerful than hours spent half-present. 

When your child has your full attention, even for just 10 minutes, they feel seen secure and deeply connected. 

This challenge is built on one simple truth: small moments, done consistently, create BIG impact. 

Want to join us and commit to spending 10 intentional minutes with your kids for 10 straight days???

Our FREE Intentional 10 Challenge starts February 10! 

All you have to do is sign up and you will get daily emails filled with ideas, inspiration, support, and reminders why this is worth it! 

The ideas can be done indoors or out, we’ve got suggestions for all ages, and you get to pick what works best for your kids and your schedule.

Comment with the word TEN to get the link to sign up!
Want to raise kids who are patient, self-regulatin Want to raise kids who are patient, self-regulating, and play independently?

My number one tip is to FILL THEIR CUP FIRST. ☕️

What I mean by that is to start with giving them your attention. Your intentional, fully-focused, non-distracted, uninterrupted attention.

Once kids feel seen, heard, and acknowledged, they’re able to be more independent with their actions and play.

Simple action, big results.

The good news is this can be done in as little as 10 MINUTES! 

And that is exactly what our FREE Intentional 10 Challenge is all about!

Want to try this with us?

Join our free challenge and you will get 10 days of themed emails with ideas and activities for connecting with your child in just 10 minutes. 

It will make such a difference!

The free Intentional 10 Challenge starts February 10. 

Comment with the word TEN and I’ll send you the link to sign up!
Think winter is all cold fingers and cabin fever? Think winter is all cold fingers and cabin fever? 
Think again! ❄️

Winter isn’t just about bundling up and surviving—it’s a season full of adventure, growth, and unforgettable memories for your kids (and YOU).

From building resilience to burning energy faster (hallelujah), there are so many reasons why getting outside this winter is worth it.

Now that you know how amazing winter can be, let us help inspire you to make it even better! 🌟

The winter issue of the Run Wild My Child magazine is packed with:

✨ Creative outdoor activity ideas
✨ Practical advice for winter parenting
✨ Encouragement to tackle the season with confidence
✨ Gear recommendations to keep your family warm and happy
✨ And heartwarming stories that remind you why it’s all worth it.

Ready to turn “ugh, it’s cold” into “wow, this is magic”?

Leave the word MAGAZINE in the comments, and we’ll send you the link to subscribe! 📖

Let’s make this winter one they’ll never forget! 🥶➡️❤️
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