There's no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes
Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods and pioneer of the children and nature movement, famously said “I’d rather hike than write.” I know what he means. Given the choice I’d rather be outside than in front of a screen any day. In my world, scrolling through my social media accounts doesn’t hold a candle to a quiet… Read More
Nature crafts and process art with natural materials are good and simple ways to engage little ones in nature. Collecting the materials gives children a reason to get outside and when they start working on their project they get beneficial sensory stimulation. Above all, they have fun! But as kids get older, they sometimes lose interest in these types of… Read More
Do you remember what your summer evenings were like as a child? If you were like me, they consisted of games of kick the can, cops and robbers, and of building fairy gardens next to the stream behind my house. It’s a common misconception that children need rigorous schedules and structure in order to shape them into well-rounded adults. On… Read More
Recently, the girls and I went camping for a couple of nights in a scenic state park, with a 15-mile canoe trip marking the highlight of the weekend. I had envisioned us leisurely paddling down the quiet river, maybe spotting some bald eagles, turtles and other wildlife on the way, but mostly just enjoying the stillness and oneness with nature…. Read More
So many books, so little time…Between working, adventuring outdoors and taking care of all the chores that make our household and family life go round, I don’t have nearly as much time to read as I’d like. And should I lo and behold have a few minutes to sit down with an intriguing memoir, it usually isn’t long before I… Read More
Yes, Your Kids Can Play Outside All Winter (Published 2020)
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Hardened athletes and explorers weigh in on how to keep your kids warm.
Forest School Is My Kids' New Favorite Place to Go
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A once-weekly forest school has become a refuge for this family, a place for alternative education that teaches skills a classroom never can.
