Here you’ll find all the fun ideas, tips, gear suggestions, and inspiration you need for outdoor family fun. Get both indoor and outdoor nature activity ideas. You’ll read about scavenger hunts, outdoor games, nature appreciation, backyard play, nature crafting, gardening with kids, books, nature study, and more.
Looking for stuff to do in the backyard when you, or your kids, are bored? Check out this lengthy list of fun things to do outside in your backyard! Some are free, some are creative, some are silly and some take some planning and involvement. But, all of them are great things to do outside! […]
Backyard fun: 100 things to do outside (for all ages!) Read More »
Here are a few things to keep in mind to make sure you do have the most enjoyable (and safe) time you can when frozen lake skating! Is it safe to skate on a frozen lake? According to the Canadian Red Cross, ice should be at least 20 cm thick for group skating (that’s about
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Looking for natural Christmas decoration ideas? Have you tried making dried leaf Christmas Trees? You can make them into Holiday ornaments, festive mobiles or garlands. They can even be attached to cardstock for natural Christmas Cards too! How to make leaf Christmas Trees These are very simple crafts to make. You can make them as
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As the holiday season approaches it can be all too easy to get caught up in all the party planning, present wrapping, and cookie decorating. So, here’s a printable December outdoor activity calendar that will help remind you and your family to get outside, to have fun as a family, and to bring some joy
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Pets are one of the easiest way to include more nature and animal learning into your child’s life. But, getting a pet shouldn’t be taken lightly. Any pet needs space, love, care, and dedication… and if kids are involved, then supervision is also needed! Are you thinking about getting your child a pet? Rabbits are
Bunnies are the perfect pet for your kid to love & care for! Read More »
It’s winter! Snow and cold and ice and the possibilities of new and different play! Below you’ll find a list of all sorts of outdoor winter activities for toddlers and kids that you can set up right in your own backyard. Top 10 easy outdoor winter activities for toddlers: Read more below for additional ideas,
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Do you have a little bird-lover in your family? Want a fun way to nourish that interest with an invitation to quiet nature learning and play? We have a bird enthusiast in our family and I’m going to share with you how we set up an indoor bird watching station so our daughter could enjoy
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Looking for a fun and easy fall or winter bird activity for your kids? Wanting to make some DIY Christmas gifts for neighbors and teachers while you’re at it? Cookie cutter bird seed ornaments for outside are the answer! These are super easy to make and aside from the time it takes for them to
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Do you have any outdoor kids or adventuresome families on your shopping list this year? Or maybe, you’re an outdoor family and are looking for practical gifts to help get you and your kids outside. This guide full of outdoor gifts for kids is the perfect starting point for this year’s gift giving season! Below, you’ll
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Submitted by guest author, Sophia. See bio for more details. Swimming pools can be a lot of fun for people of all ages, including teenagers. In fact, teens tend to have the most fun in pools, as they can play games, invite their friends over, and even host their own pool parties. Pool games are
Games to make sure your teen’s pool party doesn’t suck! Read More »
