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creeking with kids

Child discovering eastern newt salamander in red eft stage.
September 4, 2021

Discovering the Wonders of Salamanders with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, LESSONS, OUTDOOR SCHOOLS, WATER

Exploring nature with kids is always an adventure. There are so many things for them to discover and learn with their senses. Sometimes, they find new plants and creatures that even we parents know very little about. This can be unnerving because we don’t always know if it is safe for our children to explore. Salamanders, with their bright colors, potential toxicity, teeth, and generally strong ability to remain unseen, are one such creature many…

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May 20, 2019

Streamside Sensory Play

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

This post is all about turning a visit to your local stream into a sensory experience for the kids. Creeks and streams are full of amazing opportunities for kids to get immersed (literally!) in nature. Playing in or near a stream is not only a learning experience about the natural world around them, but it’s also a chance for kids to get wet, muddy and have a lot of fun! We’ve already covered all the…

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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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