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November 4, 2021

Fall Scavenger Hunt

In FALL, GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Fall is the perfect time to get outside and explore with kids. Between the crisp cool air, the colorful leaves, and the abundance of nature treasures to be found, it’s peak season for a scavenger hunt! Today, Pennsylvania dad Matthew Marvich is here sharing how you can create your own DIY fall scavenger hunt for kids. Get them involved with the planning, let them help you brainstorm items to find and challenge them with a…

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November 2, 2021

Conker Crafts for Kids

In CRAFTS, FALL, GOOD FOR NATURE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Have you ever found a conker? Conkers are the nuts from the horse chestnut tree (not to be confused with the chestnuts that you can eat). Also called buckeyes, conkers are ripe and ready for fun in the fall. Today, UK mom, teacher, and YouTube host Hannah Martin shares her family’s favorite conker crafts for kids. She’ll tell you where to find conkers, when to look for them and how to use them for fun…

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October 27, 2021

How to Find Frost Flowers While Hiking

In FALL, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, PHOTOGRAPHY

With summer fading and temperatures dropping as we prepare for the first frost of the year, you may not be super excited about getting outside in chilly weather. However, today’s post just might change your mind as we’re about to introduce you to an amazing phenomenon that only takes place this time of year. Have you ever heard of frost flowers? Today, Midwest mom of two and local STL adventure guru Sara Lesire is here…

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October 25, 2021

Pumpkin Science Experiments for Kids

In CRAFTS, FALL, LESSONS

Looking for a fun way to utilize those pumpkins from the patch, while teaching kids about science? Look no further! Today, Texas homeschooling mom Lauren Cain is here sharing four amazing pumpkin science experiments for kids. She’ll walk you through how to make pumpkin bubbles, pumpkin slime, pumpkin elephant toothpaste, and how to dissect a pumpkin. Get your little scientists excited for fall and Halloween with these fun experiments. Pumpkin science experiments for kids ‘Tis…

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October 14, 2021

Tips for Fall Gardening with Kids

In FALL, GARDENING, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Have you ever been the recipient of a giant zucchini or bowl of tomatoes from a friend’s garden? Have you received those tasty veggies and thought, “I wish I would have planted a garden.” I’m here to tell you that it’s not too late to start! Fall is typically thought of as the harvest season, but it’s also a good time to get some seeds planted that you can harvest before winter. Wendy Cox, California…

Exercising Outdoors with Kids

In FALL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Exercising is one of those things you either love or hate. No matter where you fall on the spectrum, we probably can all agree that exercise and being active is essential to living a healthy life. With that in mind, the question that arises is, “how can we pass this healthy habit down to our kids?” Today, Zenovia Stephens, founder of Black Kids Adventures, Inc. and Alabama mom of 3, shares tips on exercising outdoors…

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Child laying on ground under Apple rainbow

October 8, 2021

Tips for Apple Picking with Kids

In FALL, FARM, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES

Apple picking in the fall is a time-honored tradition for our family. Each year during apple picking season, we head out to our local u-pick apple orchard and stock up on this delicious treat. The kids love the hay rides to the field and running through the rows of apple trees to find the best fruit. I love making a huge vat of apple sauce and how it fills my whole house with the sweet…

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October 5, 2021

Tips for Hunting with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FALL, GOOD FOR NATURE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Are you a hunter? Is hunting something that you’d like to teach to your children? While not for everyone, hunting can be a great way to spend quality time together outside with your children. Hunting teaches children about determination, ethics, responsibility, self-reliance, patience, and respect. It’s also a way for kids to gain an understanding of the food cycle and the importance of our environment and conservation. Today, Oklahoma dad of two, Jared Ryan is…

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October 1, 2021

How to Have Adventure Days with Kids

In FALL, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER, WINTER

Connecting with our children isn’t always easy. Finding the time for special adventure outings can be even more of a challenge. Life is busy and, as we all know, life with children is even busier. But, what if we told you that elaborate adventures aren’t necessary? Getting outside with your kids doesn’t have to be a challenge. You just need some simple ideas and an adventurous mindset! Today, Angie Mahlke, photographer and Minnesota mom of…

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September 2, 2021

Backyard Family Outdoor Movie Night with Kids

In FALL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER

Spending time with our families isn’t always easy, especially once we get busy with school, work, and extracurricular activities. Making time, even just once a week, to fully connect with each other as a family unit is important. One way to do this is with a family movie night. Spending time together watching a movie strengthens family bonds. Today, Zenovia Stephens, founder of Black Kids Adventures, Inc. and Alabama mom of three, shares all about…

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November 23, 2020

The Roosevelt Walk

In FALL, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, SPRING, SUMMER, WINTER

Hiking with kids is always an adventure. But, is it a challenge? Can taking a hike teach your children problem-solving skills, creativity, ingenuity, and grit? Have you ever purposely taken a hike to get off the beaten path in order to encounter obstacles? That’s just what today’s post is all about! Jared Ryan, Oklahoma dad of two is here sharing his family’s experience with Roosevelt walks. Inspired by President Teddy Roosevelt, a Roosevelt walk is…

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Fall Scavenger Hunt

Conker Crafts for Kids

How to Find Frost Flowers While Hiking

Pumpkin Science Experiments for Kids

Tips for Fall Gardening with Kids

Exercising Outdoors with Kids

Tips for Apple Picking with Kids

Tips for Hunting with Kids

How to Have Adventure Days with Kids

Backyard Family Outdoor Movie Night with Kids

The Roosevelt Walk

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