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November 1, 2023

Must-Have Photos to Capture this Fall

In FALL, FARM, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY

With fall in full swing, it’s time to get outside and enjoy all the activities that make this season so special! Fall brings temperatures that are perfect for outdoor adventuring as well as holidays that make our time outside so much more special. Documenting these special moments gives us something to look back on that allows us to relive our favorite fall memories. Today, Crystal Sanchez, professional photographer and mom of two is sharing a…

The Ultimate Guide to Gardening with Kids

In BOOKS, FARM, GARDENING, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

There’s something truly magical about watching a child’s eyes light up as they witness the first sprout of a seed they planted, or the joy on their face when they pluck a ripe tomato from a vine they nurtured. Gardening with kids is not just a pastime; it’s a journey filled with wonder, discovery, and invaluable life lessons. Today, Jackleen Leed, PNW photographer and mom, is here to talk about introducing children to the art…

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October 31, 2022

Horseback Riding Lessons for Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FARM, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Most kids love animals, and there’s something special about a horse. They’re big, they’re beautiful, and they can take you places you’ve never been before. But learning to ride a horse takes a bit of skill and practice. Horseback riding lessons are a great place to get started, if your child wants to learn to ride. Today, Tiana Kubik, Austin homeschooling mom of two, shares her children’s experience taking horseback riding lessons for the first…

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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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September 15, 2021

Animal Safety with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FARM, INFORMATION, URBAN NATURE

Kids and animals go together like peanut butter and jelly. There are so many amazing benefits of raising kids around animals, including teaching them about responsibility, empathy, compassion, patience, and love. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t safety concerns for both the child and the animal. Today, Leslie Alvis, Ohio homesteading mom of four (and daughter of vets) is here to address all your potential concerns regarding animal safety and children. In this post,…

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August 11, 2021

Exploring Farmers’ Markets with Kids

In FARM, GOOD FOR NATURE, SUMMER, URBAN NATURE

A trip to your local farmer’s market is more than just a shopping excursion. Farmers’ markets are thriving locations where communities gather, full of interesting people and educational opportunities. Today, Creative Team member and Nevada mom of 2, Ashley Greenhalgh is highlighting how to explore a farmers’ market with your kids. Farmers’ markets are an important part of communities, where you can shop small, meet your local farmers, reduce your carbon footprint and learn to…

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May 25, 2021

Raising Chickens with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FARM, GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, URBAN NATURE

Have you ever dreamed of raising your own chickens, but weren’t sure how to get started? Do you want to know if chickens are the right pet for you? Are you wondering if chickens are safe to raise around kids? Today, Leslie Alvis, our resident crazy chicken lady, Creative Team member, and homeschooling and homesteading mom of four is sharing her love of chickens with you. Leslie grew up raising chickens, had a long chicken…

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Teaching kids where their food comes from - eating beets

December 7, 2020

Teaching Kids About Where Food Comes From

In FARM, GARDENING, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

We all know kids are innately curious and soak up new information like sponges, especially if it’s something they’re naturally interested in. You’re likely here because you’re looking for ideas to feed that curiosity in your kids. Today, we have creative team member Jake Smith of Black Ridge Farms, sharing a little about feeding your kid’s minds, as well as their bodies in one fell swoop. Jake is a farmer in Washington state and dad…

Summer On the Farm with Animals

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FARM, INFORMATION, SUMMER

Everyone loves springtime on the farm – baby animals everywhere and they’re so cute and cuddly! (Even baby vegetables are adorable!) By fall, many farm animals are fully grown – or at least close. What you may not realize is that there is a magical time between spring and fall which seems like animal childhood. Summer! This is when the animals develop their distinct personalities, find their tribe, and learn whatever it is they are…

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September 10, 2020

10 Tips for Letting Your Kids Help with Chores

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FARM, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Getting kids to help out around the house with chores can feel like an overwhelming task at times. Very rarely do kids offer to clean up the playroom, put dishes away or walk the dog. However, kids are naturally curious, want to spend time with their parents, and love helping out in the right circumstances. Today, we have Creative Team member Jake Smith, Washington farmer and dad of four, here sharing 1o tips for letting…

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Must-Have Photos to Capture this Fall

The Ultimate Guide to Gardening with Kids

Horseback Riding Lessons for Kids

Tips for Apple Picking with Kids

Animal Safety with Kids

Exploring Farmers’ Markets with Kids

Raising Chickens with Kids

Teaching Kids About Where Food Comes From

Summer On the Farm with Animals

10 Tips for Letting Your Kids Help with Chores

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