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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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    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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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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