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Welcome to summer! My kids have been out of school for a few weeks now and the novelty of long hot lazy days is starting to wear off. We’ve made our bucket lists for the big things we want to accomplish, but in the meantime, there’s still a lot of downtime around the house. We’re always looking for fun new things to do to keep us active, outdoors and having fun! Collectively, with our contributors…
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Hiking with kids doesn’t have to be daunting or intimidating. It doesn’t require fancy gear or long miles. All you need to do to get started is step outside your front door with the purpose of having fun and a sense of adventure. Today, we have Maggie (Nimo), active mom of two from Sydney, Australia here sharing how her family got started hiking by going on local neighborhood excursions. She walks you through everything you…
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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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Raise your hand if you’ve ever heard of Tinkergarten? Tinkergarten offers outdoor, play-based education classes for kids 18 months to 8 years old (accompanied by an adult). Both kids and adults learn and grow together in the best classroom of all – nature! Tinkergarten believes that independent exploration, risk taking and getting a bit dirty help kids achieve great things – and we totally agree! Today we’re taking the opportunity to tell you everything you…
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Raise your hand if your kids are into nature AND treasure hunting! If so, I have the ultimate hobby (addiction) for you – geocaching! Our family gave geocaching a try for the first time last year on a rainy spring day and quickly fell in love with it. Going for long nature walks with kids can sometimes lead to boredom or frustration, but geocaching will keep them focused, entertained, and begging to get back outside….
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Welcome to Run Wild My Child, your destination for all things kid-friendly and outdoorsy. This website is dedicated to getting kids outside and back to nature, one adventure at a time. We’re committed to helping families reconnect through outdoor activities and adventure. Read more ABOUT US.
