Author Archives: Linda McGurk

How My Grandparents Got Me Hooked on Nature (And Why It Worked)

One of the reasons why I feel so passionately about children spending time in nature...

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Build a Den! And Other Fun Things to Do with Sticks

When it comes to nature play, sticks are some of my favorite toys – not...

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Cooking with Nature: Stinging Nettle Soup

Spring is the season for stinging nettles – and stinging nettle soup. Foraging for the...

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Kids NEED More Nature! Here’s How to Make it Happen.

If there’s one thing that I’m constantly worrying about, it is that my kids are...

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Spring Nature Walk: Learning about Wildflowers

Spring is a wonderful time of the year to go outside to explore all the...

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