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November 17, 2023

10 Outdoor Activities to Build Confidence in Kids

In CHALLENGE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARENTING

Instilling confidence in our children has become more crucial than ever. As parents, we strive to nurture our kids’ emotional resilience and self-assurance that will empower them to face life’s challenges head-on. One powerful way to cultivate confidence is through outdoor activities. Nature has an unparalleled ability to nurture not only our physical well-being but also our mental resilience, communication prowess, and problem-solving skills. By developing in each of these areas, kids gain confidence in…

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October 18, 2023

Nature vs Tech: How to Use Technology to Get Kids Outside

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, CHALLENGE, GEOCACHING, GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Screens and gadgets dominate our world, and the great outdoors often take a backseat to the digital realm. But what if we told you that technology, the very thing that seems to tether our kids to their devices, can actually be used to get them outside and harnessed to rekindle a love for nature? Finding that elusive balance between screen time and the great outdoors can be a challenge for families. However, the very tools that…

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September 28, 2023

Discovering the Joy of Family Challenges

In CHALLENGE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARENTING

As parents, we often feel challenged by many things on a day-to-day basis. Just getting out the door can sometimes be a challenge. However, what about the fun challenges? The ones that are inspiring and promote goal-orientated thinking. The ones that push you to try hard, prioritize, and reach. There seems to be a rise on social media of every sort of hashtagged challenge you can think of, from reading a book every week for a…

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September 6, 2023

Benefits of Blue Hours: The Wonder of Water Awaits

In BEACH, CHALLENGE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARENTING, WATER

Water is all around us! Whether it’s the rhythmic lullaby of ocean waves, the tranquil serenity of a mountain lake, or the playful tinkling of a babbling brook, water possesses an uncanny ability to heal, inspire, and rejuvenate. Perhaps you’ve heard about the benefits of “green spaces” and their positive effect on children’s physical and mental health. Green spaces, such as parks and forests, can calm a child’s mind, help them focus, and reduce their…

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March 10, 2022

How to Successfully Complete a Seasonal Spot Photography Project

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

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 preserved. We know how quickly time move, seasons change, and children grow up. Photography is a way to capture those…

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December 27, 2021

Outdoor New Year’s Day Activities for Kids:  Setting an Intention for the Year

In CHALLENGE, HOLIDAYS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WINTER

A new year is right around the corner and many parents make a resolution to spend more time outside with their kids. Spending time outside together can be fun, easy, and super beneficial for both the kids and the grown-ups! If getting outside more often with your kids is a goal for you this year, start the year off right and spend New Year’s Day outside! Today, Katie Fox, full-time RV-roadschooling mom of two, is…

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