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April 5, 2024

Best Rain Gear for Outdoor Kids

In FAVORITE GEAR, FRIDAY FAVORITES, SPRING, WATER

We’ve asked everyone we know for their rain gear recommendations and put together a great list of the best rain gear for kids to keep them warm and dry this spring. Keep this list on hand any time you’re in the market for new rain boots, rain jackets, rain suits, and accessories. We’ve included all our favorite outdoor kid gear brands, plus a few that we’ve heard super great things about. This selection should help…

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Anna Maria Island FL spring break with kids

March 1, 2024

Best Spring Break Destinations for Families

In FAMILY TRAVEL, INFORMATION, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

Spring is such a great time to travel and explore with kids. Here in the US, the weather is finally getting warmer, the green is returning and everyone’s ready for an adventure. With the kids out of school for spring break, it’s a great time to plan a trip to explore a new place. Whether you love cities or small towns, theme parks, national parks or water parks, ice skating, skiing, or beach bonfires, mini-golf,…

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February 21, 2024

How to Start & Grow a Cut Flower Garden with Kids

In GARDENING, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

If you enjoy bringing the outside in, gathering a few flowers from your garden to admire on the kitchen table, gifting bouquets to friends, or using in nature crafts and projects, then consider starting a small cut flower garden. Tending these plants from the smallest of seeds into colorful beauties brings a wonderful sense of accomplishment and joy. Plus, gardening has so many amazing benefits for both kids and parents. Today, Illinois mom of three,…

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August 8, 2023

25 Best Nature Books for Outdoor Adventures

In BOOKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER

As the summer sun’s golden rays beckon us outdoors, it’s the perfect time to embark on a literary journey that seamlessly blends the joy of reading with the thrill of outdoor exploration! Whether you’re planning a family hike, a camping escapade, or a simple stroll through the local park, the right nature book can transform your outdoor activities into unforgettable experiences of wonder and discovery. Today, Utah mom of three, Emily Liebel of @inclusivelibrary, is…

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May 4, 2023

Spring Foraging With Kids

In HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES, SPRING

Spring foraging is a great way to get the whole family outside after a long winter. There are so many flowers, plants, and mushrooms that can be foraged in the spring, but it is important for the health and safety of your family and the land that you know how to do it properly. Today, Illinois photographer and mom of three, Meghan Garriott, is here sharing tips for wild foraging with kids for springtime plants,…

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February 8, 2023

Free Outdoor Scavenger Hunts for Kids

In BEACH, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, PRINTABLES, SPRING, SUMMER, URBAN NATURE, WINTER

As a mom to young children, I have always looked for quick and simple activities that keep my kids engaged, occupied, and moving. Scavenger hunts are an excellent activity for kids of all ages, are low-cost or even free, and include items you can already find in your home or backyard! Today, Lissy Perna, founder of Get Outside Cape Cod and mom of two, is sharing all kinds of fun ideas for free outdoor scavenger…

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June 27, 2022

Raising Monarch Butterflies with Children

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, GOOD FOR NATURE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER

Monarch butterflies, with their beautiful vivid orange wings with wide black borders are considered by some to be the “king of butterflies” (hence the name). Monarch butterflies can be found across North America, but are facing issues due to their roosting sites being threatened by development and loss of the trees that create the unique conditions required by these butterflies. The good news is that you can help! Today, Cape Cod mom of two, Lissy…

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June 14, 2022

Adventuring as a Solo Mom

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

Here at Run Wild My Child, we’re big fans of moms! We genuinely believe moms can do just about anything they put their minds to. We want to help moms make the most of their time with their kids and make it easier to get outside and make memories together in nature. One of the best ways to do that is through solo adventures with kids. We know that having another parent/adult around might make…

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June 10, 2022

Starting an Outdoor Herb Garden with Your Kids

In GARDENING, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

No food tastes quite as amazing as food that you grow yourself in your own garden. Whether you’re growing a large garden plot full of vegetables or a couple of small containers of herbs, there’s something magical about growing your own food and herbs. And, of course, kids can help out and learn to appreciate the joy of gardening as well. Today, Lauren Cain, Texas homeschooling mom of three, is here sharing her family’s experience…

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June 2, 2022

Dissecting Daffodils and Tulips with Kids

In CRAFTS, LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOORS INSIDE, SPRING

Some of the first signs of spring are the colorful blossoms of tulips and daffodils. Without fail, those early pops of springtime color bring delight to our souls. As the tulips and daffodils bravely poke their leaves up through the soil, send out stems and buds, and then finally bloom, they remind us that winter will not last forever. And while they’re beautiful to admire and look at, they’re also a fun and hands-on way for…

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April 21, 2022

How to Get Started Skimboarding With Kids

In BEACH, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER, WATER

Skimboarding is a fun, active, and affordable way to keep your kids entertained on the beach. Skimboarding is gaining in popularity, and for a good reason. It’s a safe way to introduce your kids to the ocean, challenge their abilities, boost their confidence, and let them have fun! Today, Wendy Cox, photographer and California mom of four, is here sharing everything you need to know to get started skimboarding with kids. She’ll walk you through…

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Best Rain Gear for Outdoor Kids

Best Spring Break Destinations for Families

How to Start & Grow a Cut Flower Garden with Kids

25 Best Nature Books for Outdoor Adventures

Spring Foraging With Kids

Free Outdoor Scavenger Hunts for Kids

Raising Monarch Butterflies with Children

Adventuring as a Solo Mom

Starting an Outdoor Herb Garden with Your Kids

Dissecting Daffodils and Tulips with Kids

How to Get Started Skimboarding With Kids

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