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Tag: Jen Barnes
Best Outdoorsy Mother-Daughter Getaways in the Southeast US
It can be so difficult to carve out one-on-one time with our daughters. The daily activities and schedules creep in and take over. Our lives get hectic, and before we know it, our connection to our daughters begins to diminish. Oftentimes, the answer is to move away from the grind and purposely make time to…
Teen Mental Health and Nature
In today’s fast-paced, socially distant, yet hyperconnected world, the mental well-being of teenagers is facing an alarming crisis. The prevalence of anxiety, stress, and other mental health challenges among adolescents has reached unprecedented levels, casting a dark shadow over their formative years. As parents, it can be scary to consider the statistics, but it’s also…
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…
Plan a Family Vacation in Gulf County, Florida
It’s getting more and more challenging to find places to explore that aren’t overrun with crowds. Places where you can get away from the hustle and easily spend most of the day outside. We love discovering those incredible destinations that still offer solitude and wide open spaces for our kids to run wild (and sharing…
How to Get Started in Youth Sailing
Sailing on a boat in the open sea sounds like a magical (albeit expensive) adventure. But, getting into sailing is easier and more affordable than you might think. Youth sailing is a really exhilarating recreational activity and an exciting sport. If you think sailing is something that your kids might be interested in trying out,…
Finding Balance Between Organized Sports and Free Play for Kids
As our kids get older and start showing an interest in organized sports, many families struggle with finding balance. Organized sports have many positive attributes and benefits for kids. But, they are also a time commitment that can take away from time spent outdoors or with family. Today, Jen Barnes, South Carolina mom of three…
Healthy Risk Through Outdoor Adventure and Travel
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…