Author Archives: Linda McGurk

DIY Christmas Ornaments from Bark (Natural and Kid-Friendly). Rain or Shine Mamma
DIY Christmas Ornaments from Bark (Natural and Kid-Friendly)

When it comes to DIY Christmas ornaments and other homemade crafts, I must admit I...

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19
Dec
Tinkergarten leader Marissa Northam uses a sheet to create a tunnel for the children in her class in Terre Haute, Ind.
Outdoor Learning Is HOT – and Tinkergarten Is Recruiting!

It’s a chilly November morning in Terre Haute, Ind., and few people are out on...

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05
Dec
2017 Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoorsy Kids. The best gift ideas for young nature lovers, organized according to the four gift rule. Gear, books, backyard toys and more! Rain or Shine Mamma
Holiday Gift Guide for Outdoorsy Kids + Giveaways!

The holidays can be wonderful, joyful, blissful – and incredibly stressful. My list of things...

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13
Nov
Process Art with Tree Nuts. A child-led, open-ended art activity for preschoolers and kindergartners. A perfect nature art project for fall!. Rain or Shine Mamma.
Creating Process Art with Tree Nuts

Fall. The season for finding the perfect pumpkin in a muddy field, grilling s’mores over...

24
Oct
What to Pack When Backpacking with Kids. Complete packing list for an overnight trip with one child! Rain or Shine Mamma.
What to Bring When Solo Backpacking with Kids (the Ultimate Check List)

I recently came across a story about a woman who hiked 33 miles through Alaska...

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02
Sep