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November 18, 2021

Trail-Tested Kid-Approved Hiking Snacks

In FALL, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES

If you have kids, you know the importance of packing snacks for any outing. But what do you pack for a hike? You want something that’s easy packable, high on nutrients, fun for kids, and easy to eat on the trail. Today, Washington hiking mom of fours, RyAnn Peverly shares her family’s tried and tested hiking snacks for kids. She’s sharing her favorite recipes and variations on hiking snacks to make at home, plus some…

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November 12, 2021

World Kindness Day: 20+ Outdoor Acts of Kindness for Kids & Ways to Be Kind to Nature

In BOOKS, FALL, GOOD FOR NATURE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

World Kindness Day is November 13 and we can’t think of a more deserving recipient of our kindness than our planet. Nature is all around us and benefits us in more ways than we can imagine. Our planet needs our help, protection and kindness. This weekend, we hope to inspire you to get outside with your kids and perform some of these outdoor acts of kindness and discover new ways to be kind to nature. …

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November 11, 2021

Top 3 Places to Explore in New Mexico with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Is New Mexico on your “must-see” list? If it’s not, it should be! New Mexico is a beautiful state filled with gorgeous landscapes, rich history, delicious food, fun festivals and so much more! Today, Creative Team member and New Mexico mom of two Lea Reynolds is here sharing her family’s top 3 favorite places to explore in New Mexico with kids. You’re going to want to go check these out right away! Exploring New Mexico…

Healthy Risk Through Outdoor Adventure and Travel

In FAMILY TRAVEL, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, TEENS

Risk is a part of our everyday lives. Learning to navigate and assess risk is an essential life skill for all kids. But embracing risky play and feeling comfortable in our decision to let kids take risks can be hard for parents. How do we teach our kids about healthy risk while still maintaining a safe and secure environment? Well, you can’t always. However, there are ways to do it with intention. Today, Jen Barnes,…

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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 20, 2021

How to Build a Bat House with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, CRAFTS, GOOD FOR NATURE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, URBAN NATURE

October is the perfect time of year to think about bats! If your kids are curious about bats and would love to learn more about these fascinating (and really beneficial) creatures, this post is for you! Today, Lissy Perna, Massachusetts mom of two and founder of Get Outside Cape Cod, is here to discuss all things BAT! Lissy walks us through the benefits and importance of bats and provides step-by-step instructions on how to build…

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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…

Garbage Collecting, Recycling, and Sustainability for Kids

In GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Teaching our kids about the importance of taking care of our planet is one of the most important things we can do as parents. It can be scary to think of the state of the planet that we’re leaving to them. But there are lots of ways to get them involved, to lead by example, and to help them understand the importance of their actions. Today, Tine Voeten, Belgian mom of two, is here sharing…

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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OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Trail-Tested Kid-Approved Hiking Snacks

World Kindness Day: 20+ Outdoor Acts of Kindness for Kids & Ways to Be Kind to Nature

Top 3 Places to Explore in New Mexico with Kids

Healthy Risk Through Outdoor Adventure and Travel

Fall Scavenger Hunt

Conker Crafts for Kids

How to Find Frost Flowers While Hiking

How to Build a Bat House with Kids

Tips for Fall Gardening with Kids

Garbage Collecting, Recycling, and Sustainability for Kids

Exercising Outdoors with Kids

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