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May 12, 2021

West Coast Road Trip: California to Oregon with Kids

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER, WATER

Family road trips are some of my fondest childhood memories and should be experienced by every kid at least once. There’s something extra special about a road trip, where the journey is just as much (if not more) fun and important than the destination. Road trips are wonderful opportunities for families to reconnect and experience new things together. Today, Araceli Gonzalez, a California mom of three, shares her family’s West Coast road trip from Northern…

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April 29, 2021

Outdoor Rainy Day Activities for Kids

In FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, SUMMER, WATER

It’s raining, it’s pouring! So, now what? When it’s rainy outside, you have two options: stay inside and let your kiddos run amuck, or get outside and enjoy some outdoor rainy day activities for kids! In my opinion, this isn’t a hard one – let’s go and play in the rain! We know that most rainy day activity posts are usually about things you can do inside, but that’s not our style! There is so…

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April 12, 2021

7 Family-Friendly Places to Explore in Illinois

In BEACH, BIKE, CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, SPRING, SUMMER, WATER

Illinois might not be on the very top of your family’s outdoor adventure bucket list. But, this Midwest state just might surprise you with some really incredible hikes and trails, amazing state parks, camping options, lake adventures, and more! Today, Creative Team member Meghan Garriott, Illinois mom of 2 (soon to be 3) shares 7 of her family’s favorite free family-friendly places to explore in Illinois! (try saying that five times fast!) If you’re in…

Dog Training Tips for Children

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

Having a dog is a great way to get outside, stay active, and learn about loyalty and companionship. Training a dog for basic obedience and to play games can improve the relationship between a dog and a child. However, with everything that goes along with getting a puppy or an older dog, it’s hard to know where to start and what to do when it comes to training. Our Creative Team member and Illinois mom…

How to Pan for Gold with Kids

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

All that glitters isn’t gold…but it might be! Have you ever been panning for gold? It’s easier than you might imagine to get started with this fun outdoor activity! Gold panning is a great way to get the entire family outside, spend time in nature, learn about history, and maybe even strike it rich! Today, we have Kat Hodgins, Canadian mom, and writer, here to share her experience panning for gold with kids. She’s got…

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August 12, 2020

Packing Tips for a Day at the Beach with Kids

In BEACH, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER, WATER

Spending a day at the beach with family is an incredibly fun and enjoyable outdoor activity. However, packing for a beach trip with kids is no easy feat. If you tend to get overwhelmed with how much one family needs for a day at the beach, this post is for you! Today, we have Annie Hamilton, Daytona photographer and mom of four, here sharing her beach packing tips and what you really need to bring…

Exploring the Outdoors with Medically-Complex Children

In BIKE, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

Exploring the outdoors with a medically-complex child can seem overwhelmingly hard and scary. There are so many considerations to take into account concerning the health and safety of your kid. However, getting outside and into nature has been proven time and again to help both children and adults lead happier and healthier lives. The benefits of nature are immense and while it’s never easy to get outside and explore with a medically-complex child, it’s almost…

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April 14, 2020

15+ Activities to Celebrate Earth Day with Kids

In BEACH, BIKE, CRAFTS, GARDENING, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, HOLIDAYS, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING, WATER

Earth Day is next week and the world needs you and your actions! There are so many things parents and kids can do to help protect, preserve and restore our planet – from cleaning up, to recycling, composting, planting a garden or just enjoying the beauty of nature! Today, we have Chelsea Furlong (professional photographer and eco-conscious mom of 2) here with 15+ eco-friendly activities kids and families can do together to celebrate Earth Day….

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September 19, 2019

Beginner Tips for Canoeing With Kids

In CANOE/KAYAK, FAVORITE GEAR, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

Canoeing with kids is a great way to spend time outside, exploring and exercising. If going on a canoe trip with kids sounds fun, but intimidating or overwhelming, we’re here to show you just how much fun (and easy) it can be. Today, we have outdoor adventurer and mom of two, Brianna from Adventure Families, here sharing the best beginner tips for canoeing with kids. With her practical advice and packing tips, you’ll be expertly…

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July 20, 2017

Tips for Capturing Amazing Sprinkler Photos

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PHOTOGRAPHY, SUMMER, WATER

I am absolutely thrilled to bring you today’s guest post from Kristie of L Photographie on how to take amazing sprinkler photos of your kids this summer. Kristie is a great friend, a former sorority sister, and my family’s personal photographer. She’s also a wonderful teacher and has become one of my go-to resources for all things photography-related. Since it’s a million degrees outside, I thought this would be the perfect time to share this…

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June 12, 2017

Benefits of Creeking with Kids

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER, WATER

There are very few things my kids love more in life than playing in the water, whether that’s swimming in a pool, splashing in waves on the beach, running through the sprinkler or just hanging out in a bubble bath. My kids love water so much they volunteer to wash the dishes so they can play with the water in the sink. They get super excited about rainstorms because they know they can jump in…

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West Coast Road Trip: California to Oregon with Kids

Outdoor Rainy Day Activities for Kids

7 Family-Friendly Places to Explore in Illinois

Dog Training Tips for Children

How to Pan for Gold with Kids

Packing Tips for a Day at the Beach with Kids

Exploring the Outdoors with Medically-Complex Children

15+ Activities to Celebrate Earth Day with Kids

Beginner Tips for Canoeing With Kids

Tips for Capturing Amazing Sprinkler Photos

Benefits of Creeking with Kids

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