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FAMILY TRAVEL

March 25, 2023

Minnesota’s North Shore with Kids

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK

Minnesota’s North Shore is a Midwest scenic gem. This area of northwest Minnesota runs along the Lake Superior coast from Duluth to the Canadian border. Along this 150 miles of shore you can find quaint beach towns, multiple state parks, towering rock formations, and endless waterfalls. Even better, many of the hikes are short and kid-friendly. Today, Sara Lesire, mom of two and founder of Midwest Nomad Family, shares why you should consider a road trip…

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March 24, 2023

Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Austin, Texas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, INFORMATION, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, URBAN NATURE

Austin, Texas, is not only the Texas state capital, but it’s an outdoor adventurer’s paradise! Austin is sprinkled with plenty of hiking, biking and horse trails, swimming holes, amazing parks and playgrounds, beautiful flora and fauna, water activities, and so much more! It’s an ideal destination for families looking for outdoor adventures big and small. Today, Austin mom of two, Tiana Kubik, takes us on a tour of her family’s favorite outdoor locations and things…

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March 15, 2023

Cross Country Skiing with Kids

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

Cross-country skiing with kids is a great way to get outside in the winter months, explore your area, and get physically active! And it’s easier to get started than you might think! Today, Executive Team member and California mom of three, Araceli Gonzalez, is here sharing her family’s recent experience cross-country skiing for the first time! Araceli’s family took a cross-country skiing lesson with the experts at Wylder Hope Valley and is here passing on…

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March 13, 2023

10 Kid Friendly Adventures in NW Arkansas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Northwest Arkansas is an amazing destination for families. The area (consisting of Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, and the surrounding area) is packed with lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails, parks, and other fantastic recreation areas for families. Today, Executive Team member and Arkansas mom of two, Nichole Holze, is here sharing her family’s favorite kid-friendly adventures in Northwest Arkansas. These recommendations are sure to take your exploration to the next level! We hope this post (and…

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March 6, 2023

Best Hikes for Kids in Central Europe

In FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

With the weather getting warmer and thoughts of vacation on everyone’s mind, we’re in the mood to explore! If Europe is on your bucket list for exploring, then it’s your lucky day! While most people may think that Europe is mainly just big historic cities and stuffy museums, that’s not the case. Europe is filled with spectacular nature, as diverse in each individual country as the culture and language, which makes it the perfect place…

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February 22, 2023

Best Parks in San Diego

In FAMILY TRAVEL, INFORMATION, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK

Being active outdoors doesn’t have to be complicated or require a lot of gear or planning – it can be as easy as exploring a local park or playground with your kids. Checking out a new park allows parents and kids to be adventurous, without needing to leave the city or spend a lot of time searching or packing for an exotic outing. San Diego is known for its perfect weather and gorgeous beaches, but…

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January 23, 2023

20+ Best Outdoor Kids Activities in Chicago

In FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, URBAN NATURE

Chicago may be known for its big city attractions, but there is plenty to do outdoors in this lovely Midwestern city, too! From exploring the shore of Lake Michigan to biking through the many parks and gardens, Chicago offers something for outdoor lovers of all ages. Today, long-time Chicago resident and mom of two, Tiana Kubik, is here sharing the best outdoor kids’ activities in Chicago. So, whether you’re a local or just visiting for…

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January 12, 2023

Outdoor Adventures in Destin-Fort Walton Beach with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, FISH, INFORMATION, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

It’s no secret that we love showcasing fun and unique outdoor adventure destinations and locations here at RWMC. We often write about the importance of adventuring together as a family and how much that benefits everyone and solidifies family bonds. But even better than writing about it is getting to experience those bonding moments with my own family and create memories together. So today, I’m excited to share with you a bit about our family’s…

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January 8, 2023

Exploring the Ozark Scenic Riverways with Kids

In CANOE/KAYAK, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, NATIONAL PARKS

The Ozark Scenic Riverways is a hidden jewel of the National Park system tucked along the backroads of southern Missouri. When this park was established in 1964, it became the first federally protected river system and provided the inspiration for the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. While this region may be more off the beaten path, it offers crystal clear rivers, turquoise-blue natural springs, and historic structures. Today, Sara Lesire, mom of two…

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two kids at the trail sign for Oooh Ahh point in the Grand Canyon National Park
December 23, 2022

10 Ideas for Outdoor Family Vacations & Adventure

In FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re looking to bond with your family and have amazing outdoor adventures together, where should you go for the best family vacation? Here at Run Wild My Child, we get asked about outdoor family adventure travel a lot! And we have a lot of ideas on how to plan the perfect adventure for your family. But, what if I told you that it’s not always about where to go, but more about what you…

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September 7, 2022

RV Camping with Kids: Tips for Success from Full-Time RV Moms

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’ve ever been curious about RV camping with your kids and family, this post is for you! We are sharing the top tips for how to have a successful family RV camping experience, from three full-time RV moms. In this post, Leslie Alvis, an Ohio mom of 4, put together a huge post filled with tips from her RV experiences and those of our experts. They’re sharing their tips for how to choose the…

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