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August 22, 2022

Ultimate List of Outdoor Gear for Kids

It’s no secret that when it comes to outfitting our kids for the great outdoors, the options are endless, and the choices can get overwhelming. While we all know that a box and a pile of sticks can allow for endless hours of unstructured entertainment, that’s not going to keep kids warm or safe when exploring. When we’re ready to take our adventures past the front yard and to the next level, what outdoor gear…

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March 15, 2022

Spice Up Your Family Hikes with Geocaching

In GEOCACHING, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK

Do your kids moan and groan when you mention hiking? Are they bored with the same trails? Do they like finding real-life treasure? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we’ve got a fun activity for you! Geocaching is a real-life treasure hunt that you can do nearly anywhere (including on your favorite family hiking trails). Today, Alabama mom of two, Zenovia Stephens is here sharing her family’s newfound love of geocaching and…

The Best Baby Carriers for Hiking & Outdoor Adventures

In FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE

As outdoorsy mamas (or at least moms that spend a lot of time outside), we get asked a lot about gear recommendations. The Run Wild My Child team that brings you the articles on this website is made up of 30+ writers, all parents on a mission to spend time outside with our kids and help inspire and encourage other parents to do the same. Between us and all our kids, we’ve tried and tested…

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January 21, 2022

Making Hiking Sticks with Kids

In CRAFTS, HIKE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOOR SCHOOLS

Are you looking for a fun and easy project that will make hiking more exciting for you and your kids? We’ve got the answer! Today, Lissy Perna, Cape Cod mom of 2 and hiking guru is here sharing her step-by-step tutorial on making hiking sticks with kids. This project is fun for kids of all ages and (for the most part) can be done completely for free with items you already have at home in…

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November 18, 2021

Trail-Tested Kid-Approved Hiking Snacks

In FALL, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES

If you have kids, you know the importance of packing snacks for any outing. But what do you pack for a hike? You want something that’s easy packable, high on nutrients, fun for kids, and easy to eat on the trail. Today, Washington hiking mom of fours, RyAnn Peverly shares her family’s tried and tested hiking snacks for kids. She’s sharing her favorite recipes and variations on hiking snacks to make at home, plus some…

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Child Painting a rainbow rock sitting comfortably

September 23, 2021

Rock Painting Fun with Kids

In CRAFTS, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Are you looking for a way to encourage your kids’ creativity and keep their little feet moving on the hiking trail? Maybe those two things don’t seem related, but they are! Today, adventure travel and homeschooling mom of three, Rebecca Jimenez, is sharing her tried and true secret to getting kids excited about hiking – rock painting! Not only put all those rock nature treasures your children adore to good use, but your kids will have…

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Boy picking tree tips from a fir tree in spring

September 13, 2021

How to Make Foraged Tree Tip Syrup with Kids

In CRAFTS, HIKE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, RECIPES, SPRING

Are you curious about foraging? Have you ever made anything edible with foraged materials you found in nature? Well, today’s post just may inspire you to get outside with your kids, collect a simple item from nature and then take it home to create a delicious simple syrup. Today, Sarah Warburton, photographer and mom of 2 living in the Swiss Alps, is here sharing advice on how to collect fir tree tips and make a…

Full Moon Frolics: Evening Moon Activities for Families

In BOOKS, HIKE, NATURE SCHOOL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Do you have full moon fever? Are your kids howling at the moon? Do they love staying up late and catching fireflies? Do you ever want to find new and exciting activities to do together as a family in the long summer evenings? Look no further! This post filled with fun full moon frolics for families will give you lots of ideas for creating the perfect evening full of moon-related activities for your kids. Today,…

Trail Building and Maintenance with Kids

In BIKE, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK

Have you ever traveled down a trail and wondered who built it or how it got there? Have you given any thought to how trails are actually made? Have you ever thought about creating your own hiking trails that go exactly where you want them to go? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you’re going to love this post! Today, Jared Ryan, Oklahoma dad of 2 and literal trailblazer is here sharing…

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April 27, 2021

10 Hiking Essentials for Families

In FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Have you heard of the concept of the 10 essentials for hiking? It’s a basic gear list that attempts to prepare you for all the things that could possibly happen while out hiking. The list is composed of items in ten categories, to cover everything you may need out on a hiking adventure. And hiking with kids is definitely an adventure! Today, Creative Team member and Arkansas mom of 2, Nichole Holze walks us through…

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April 20, 2021

Outdoor Etiquette & Nature Manners for Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re raising outdoor-loving kids, chances are that you’re also teaching your kids outdoor etiquette (whether you know it or not). Nature manners are a set of rules that help kids understand how to treat outdoor spaces, the environment, and wildlife. They’re practices that help us show respect to our planet and our fellow outdoor adventurers. Today, Creative Team member Michelle Garrett, California mom, and creator of Wonder Club Explorers, is here with some guidance…

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hiking with kids

Ultimate List of Outdoor Gear for Kids

Spice Up Your Family Hikes with Geocaching

The Best Baby Carriers for Hiking & Outdoor Adventures

Making Hiking Sticks with Kids

Trail-Tested Kid-Approved Hiking Snacks

Rock Painting Fun with Kids

How to Make Foraged Tree Tip Syrup with Kids

Full Moon Frolics: Evening Moon Activities for Families

Trail Building and Maintenance with Kids

10 Hiking Essentials for Families

Outdoor Etiquette & Nature Manners for Kids

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