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Teaching Sustainability to the Next Generation: Eco-Friendly Activities for Kids
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 may sound overwhelming or intimidating, but there are lots of easy and simple ways to get kids involved in sustainability actions and thinking about our planet. Today, Army vet, RN,…
Best Kid-Friendly Hikes in Atlanta
When you think of Atlanta, you may not think of it as a hiking city. Many locals go to North Georgia for all the kid-friendly hikes, but there are quite a few closer to the city that are worth your time. Atlanta is filled with many unique hikes, and you don’t have to go far…
Autism, Finding Happiness in Nature
Autism is a developmental disorder that can affect communication, social interaction, and behavior in autistic individuals. Autistic children often struggle with sensory processing and can become overwhelmed in social situations or with disruptions in routines. However, spending time in nature and going on outdoor adventures can provide many benefits for autistic children. Today, Anna Stopinska-Lewucha,…
What I Learned From My First Backpacking Trip with Kids
If you love camping, hiking, and a challenge, backpacking is the next step! Backpacking with kids can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging if you’re not adequately prepared. But, where do you even begin? Today, St. Louis mom of three, Steph Hampton is here to share her family’s recent…
10 Ways Your Public Library Can Help You Get Outdoors
Public libraries have always been places for learning and exploring, but they can also play a role in promoting outdoor activities and helping families spend more time outside. Libraries today can provide families with so much more than just books. Emily Liebel, Salt Lake City mom of three and book lover over at Inclusive Library,…
The “We Try New Things” Mindset
As parents, we want our children to grow up to be confident, adventurous, and open-minded about the world around them. One way to instill these qualities in our kids is by teaching them the importance of (and benefits from) trying new things. Children (and adults) often shy away from unfamiliar activities, foods, or experiences out…
How to Use a Pocket Microscope
What do dead bugs, pine needles, worms, and sand have in common? Maybe you should add soil, bark, and pond water to that list. And that’s only the beginning. All these things, and more, may find their way into your kids’ hands and under the lens of a pocket microscope while on a nature walk.…
Gear Review: Burley Encore X Bike Trailer & Double Stroller
As a parent, finding ways to spend quality time with your children can be challenging, especially when it comes to outdoor activities. However, with the Burley Encore X bike trailer for kids, you can enjoy a fun biking adventure with your little ones without having to worry about their safety. The Burley Encore X is…
Metal Detector Adventures with Kids
If you’re looking for a fun and unique way to encourage your kids to get outside and explore (while also playing up the potential for finding hidden treasure), then you need to try metal detecting! A metal detector is a great tool for inspiring outdoor adventures and keeping your family busy and active in nature.…
Minnesota’s North Shore with Kids
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…
Best Outdoor Activities for Kids in Austin, Texas
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.…
Best Kids’ Winter Boots
We rounded up the highest-rated and most recommended kids’ winter boots on the market and put them to the test! And we’re sharing our recommendations for the best winter boots for kids with you! Leslie Alvis, an Ohio mom of four, let her kids put a dozen of the best winter snow boots through the…
Cross Country Skiing with Kids
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…
10 Kid Friendly Adventures in NW Arkansas
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…
Best Hikes for Kids in Central Europe
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…