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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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November 16, 2020

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…

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February 21, 2019

Lessons Learned from Adventure Cats

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

I could not be more excited to share this story with you today about a family in England and their adventure cats! Yes, you read that correctly…cats! When you think of outdoor adventuring with animals, man’s best friend (the dog) usually comes to mind. However, this post goes to show that cats make wonderful adventure companions for kids and families. Cats can teach us all kinds of lessons about being curious, cautious and patient. They…

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