Kids exploring

Young children learn naturally when allowed to explore and discover, manipulate and practice newly acquired skills through play. Play is not trivial, it's children's tool for growth. Read this short piece by Dr Stella Louis and Dr Sacha Powell for some insights from the founder of the first kindergarten, Friedrich Froebel.

Unstructured, uninterrupted playtime in nature is important for happy, healthy kids. HGTV offers tips for creating a free play-friendly outdoor space and for encouraging children to get outside and explore.

Here are the ten hiking essentials that every family needs to be well prepared for any outdoor adventure, no matter how big or small.

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Making your own DIY nature paint brushes is a fun and unique way to create art while also getting outside and exploring the world around you.

Kids make this simple binocular craft with yarn and colored tape using recycled TP rolls.

Backpacking is already a challenge...so throwing kids in the mix might seem impossible. Here's some tips from a real backpacking mom about how to make an overnight outing with your kiddos easier, more rewarding, and more successful!

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