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outdoor activities

two kids at the trail sign for Oooh Ahh point in the Grand Canyon National Park
December 23, 2022

10 Ideas for Outdoor Family Vacations & Adventure

In FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re looking to bond with your family and have amazing outdoor adventures together, where should you go for the best family vacation? Here at Run Wild My Child, we get asked about outdoor family adventure travel a lot! And we have a lot of ideas on how to plan the perfect adventure for your family. But, what if I told you that it’s not always about where to go, but more about what you…

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September 22, 2022

100+ Fall Outdoor Activities for Kids

In CRAFTS, FALL, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! (Did you sing that, too?) I’m so excited to officially welcome you to my favorite season! As the weather cools down and the leaves put on a show, it’s the perfect time to get those kids outside. It may feel a bit harder to spend time outdoors with school, holidays, and fall busyness, but it’s more important than ever to make sure your child gets plenty of…

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young boy climbing an indoor rock wall
September 10, 2022

All You Need to Know About Indoor Rock Climbing For Kids

In CLIMB, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, TEENS

If you’ve got adventurous kids that love a good physical challenge, give indoor rock climbing a try! There are so many amazing benefits of rock climbing for kids, including improved coordination, physical strength, problem-solving, gross motor skills, and communication. And it’s easier to get started than you might think! There’s very little required gear, and you can learn everything you need to get started rock climbing at your local rock climbing gym. Today, Michelle Garrett,…

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a group of 420 sailboats on a lake
July 18, 2022

How to Get Started in Youth Sailing

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER, WATER

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, you may be at a loss on where and how to get started. However, you’re in luck! Today, Jen Barnes,…

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June 15, 2022

How to Make 3 DIY Nature Crowns for Kids

In CRAFTS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Nature crowns are so much fun to make and even more fun to wear! Making a DIY nature crown is a great way to encourage kids to spend time outdoors, collecting nature items, and then inspire their creativity and get crafty! Flower crowns can be made with all kinds of natural materials, most of which can be found right outside your door. Today, Lea Reynolds (New Mexico nurse, Army vet, photographer, and mom of two)…

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June 9, 2022

How to Get Started Rock Climbing With Kids

In CLIMB, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Are you looking for a fun, challenging, and active way to spend time together as a family? Want to help your kids develop problem-solving skills, boost their confidence, and increase their concentration? Then rock climbing might just be your new favorite family activity! Today, youth climbing coach and Washington mom of 4, RyAnn Peverly shares everything you need to know to get started rock climbing with your kids. She’ll go over all the gear you…

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plein air painting rustic easel
May 2, 2022

Plein Air Painting With Kids

In CRAFTS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, URBAN NATURE

As the weather warms up, we start looking for any excuse to take our everyday activities outside. We love having dinner outside, reading outside, and playing games outdoors. Taking art and crafts outside is another fun way to maximize your outdoor hours while doing something fun and productive. Today, Michelle Garret, California mom and founder of Wonder Club Explorers, is here sharing all about plein air painting – the act of painting outdoors! Whether you…

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April 4, 2022

100+ Spring Outdoor Activities for Kids

In CRAFTS, GARDENING, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

Spring is in the air! I’m so excited to officially welcome you to the season of green and growth! As the weather warms back up and the sun stays up later, it’s the perfect time to get those kids outside. After a long winter with bitterly cold temperatures and lots of time spent inside, we couldn’t be more excited to get outside into the sunshine, get dirty, and be active. It’s so important to make…

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geocaching etiquette
March 15, 2022

Spice Up Your Family Hikes with Geocaching

In GEOCACHING, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK

Do your kids moan and groan when you mention hiking? Are they bored with the same trails? Do they like finding real-life treasure? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we’ve got a fun activity for you! Geocaching is a real-life treasure hunt that you can do nearly anywhere (including on your favorite family hiking trails). Today, Alabama mom of two, Zenovia Stephens is here sharing her family’s newfound love of geocaching and…

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February 1, 2022

Skipping Stones with Kids: How to Skip Rocks and the Science Behind It

In LESSONS, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WATER

Skipping stones is a super fun and easy outdoor activity for kids of all ages. It’s also a great way to begin teaching kids about physics and the science behind bouncing rocks on water! Today, Michelle Garrett, California mom and founder of Wonder Club Explorers is here with all the info you need to know to get started teaching your kids how to skip stones. She’s covering the basics from how to choose the perfect…

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two kids learning skiing
January 30, 2022

Beginner’s Guide to Downhill Skiing with Kids

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

Downhill skiing is a super fun and active winter activity for the whole family. Skiing is also a sport that kids can start learning at a very young age. Today, Sarah Warburton, mom of two raising her daughters in the Alps, is here today with all you need to know to get started downhill skiing with kids. She’s sharing her knowledge and experience teaching kids to ski, with all you need to know about what…

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