We know that sometimes getting outside looks less like a walk, and more like stepping out of the door to create something, play with something, and maybe make a bit of a happy mess. So get out into your winter weather and get crafty!
Ice Block Building
While some of us may have the technical skills to build a full-size igloo, for the rest of us, pint-size ice building is the way to go.
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Learn some tips and tricks for teaching children about Leave No Trace principles when adventuring outdoors! A handy infographic is also available to download.
There are days that getting my kids to agree to a hike is like pulling teeth. You'd think they never had a fun hike in their lives (which isn't true, just to be clear ;). I beg and plead and maybe even cry because I need that time outside. I hype up the place we're going and who's meeting us there. I bribe them with treats in their packs. But to no avail; they don't want to go ... until I bust ...
You’ve made up your mind. You’re going to try this hiking thing that everyone keeps talking about. Or maybe you are still on the fence whether it will be right for you. On the other hand, you may be no stranger to hiking, but you’re unsure of what hiking essentials you’re “supposed” to bring with you on a day hike.
Regardless of whether you're a beginner hiker or seasoned pro, the question of ...
Does the thought of babywearing on rainy days sound like a daunting, seemingly impossible task? You’re not alone. When I was a Hike it Baby Branch Ambassador in the Pacific Northwest, we always saw a steep decline in participation once the rainy season started. However, once we started posting photos of hiking in the rain with a baby strapped to us, we started getting questions about how ...
For many families, summer is synonymous with road trips. Regardless of the total miles of pavement, one of the many things to consider is what your family is going to eat while on the road. With the cost of drive-thrus and gas station stops quickly adding up, it’s important to plan ahead, so you’re ready when hunger strikes and you might need to curb the kiddos’ munchies.
I'm sure other famili...
Backpacking with the family is a combination of good planning, patience and carrying the right gear with you. After a good sleep system, you want to make sure the tent you choose is a good weight and fit for what your family needs.
When choosing your backpacking tent, it's important to consider what options are important to you. How many vestibules do you want? Do you want something ultra ligh...
The habits we form from childhood make no small difference, but rather they make all the difference. —Aristotle
We spend much of our lives doing our best to keep our children safe. We bundle them up when it’s cold. We feed them healthy foods. We put plug covers in the electrical outlets. We put child safety locks on all the cabinets. We buckle them safely into their car seats. So...
