There are a lot of factors that can make or break a hiking trip any time of the year. However, when it comes to hiking in the mountains during the snowy months, one more factor needs to be on your radar… how do you know the winter trail you’re hiking is actually safe? Read on […]
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Gardening is a great way to bond with your family while enjoying the great outdoors. No matter young or old, people of all ages can have fun gardening. Fortunately, there are some great family garden crafts that all can enjoy. Whether you live in an apartment or live in a house, there are many ways
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Are you on the hunt for easy winter nature connections? Making your backyard and balcony inviting to local birds is such a simple way to bring more nature into your family’s life. And remember to get your kids involved in attracting winter birds because backyard birding is a great backyard activity! Tips to attract birds
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It’s the summer of 2020 and maybe you’re feeling a bit adventure-starved? Many families are starting to struggle with adapting and finding ways to adapt to living and going about as before, but within the parameters of this “new normal”. And, for many, camping and RVing is an activity they are desparate to get back
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Make meaningful dinner time conversation (or family zoom meetings) easy with these printable nature-themed family conversation starters. No more awkward silences when the extended family visit (or meets virtually). No more redundant “how was your day?” and “what did you learn today?” type questions! Instead, get everyone sharing, using their brains, and having fun by
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Getting outside and exploring your surroundings with a neighborhood scavenger hunt is a great way to be active and have fun. There are so many cool things within walking distance of your home just waiting to be discovered. If you’re looking for a fun way to get the family outside together and enjoying the fresh
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Looking for unique or handmade outdoorsy gifts for dad this year? Father’s day, birthdays, Christmas, just because… whatever the occasion, here’s a list full of great gift ideas. And, the bonus? These are all from small business owners on Etsy… because supporting small business is, perhaps now more than ever, so very important. How about
Gifts that any outdoorsy dad will love! Read More »
This post is intended to be your go-to for keeping sane, keeping kids busy, getting some control and routine in your day, remembering to have fun, and share all these resources with all the other unintended homeschoolers this world is now full of. So, please, share this list. Let me know if a link is
Surviving quarantine with kids: free or fun kids activities & learning! Read More »
Do you ever struggle with getting your kids outside? Wonder what you’ll do when you get out there? Spend hours scrolling Pinterest looking for the perfect nature play activity that you’ll never actually do because it takes 40 minutes to set up, a designer backyard, or a degree in carpentry or chemistry? If your hands
The Play Outside Guide – making nature play easy! Read More »
Jasper National Park’s Tonquin Valley is known to be one of the most scenic and popular backcountry spots in all of the Canadian Rockies. Find out why this trail is so popular, what you need to know before heading in, and why the Tonquin might be a bit over-rated, maybe. About the Tonquin Valley The
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