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July 14, 2023

Exploring Shenandoah National Park with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Exploring national parks with children can be an amazing experience. The first of Virginia’s national parks, Shenandoah National Park offers many activities for families to experience together. From camping amongst local wildlife to taking a stroll through the largest cavern in Eastern America, Shenandoah is a great place to visit when introducing children to the great wonders of the world. Today, we have Crystal Sanchez, a homeschooling mom of two, here to share everything you…

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May 11, 2023

Exploring Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore with Kids

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Often the best outdoor destinations require traveling off the beaten path. Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is located in the remote upper peninsula of Michigan, but this scenic park is worth the time and effort it takes to travel there. One of only four lakeshores protected by the U.S. National Park Service, Pictured Rocks offers so much beauty for the whole family to enjoy. Today, Sara Lesire, mom of two and founder of Midwest Nomad Family,…

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March 15, 2023

Cross Country Skiing with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

Cross-country skiing with kids is a great way to get outside in the winter months, explore your area, and get physically active! And it’s easier to get started than you might think! Today, Executive Team member and California mom of three, Araceli Gonzalez, is here sharing her family’s recent experience cross-country skiing for the first time! Araceli’s family took a cross-country skiing lesson with the experts at Wylder Hope Valley and is here passing on…

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March 13, 2023

10 Kid Friendly Adventures in NW Arkansas

In FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Northwest Arkansas is an amazing destination for families. The area (consisting of Bentonville, Fayetteville, Rogers, and the surrounding area) is packed with lakes, rivers, hiking and biking trails, parks, and other fantastic recreation areas for families. Today, Executive Team member and Arkansas mom of two, Nichole Holze, is here sharing her family’s favorite kid-friendly adventures in Northwest Arkansas. These recommendations are sure to take your exploration to the next level! We hope this post (and…

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January 23, 2023

20+ Best Outdoor Kids Activities in Chicago

In FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, URBAN NATURE

Chicago may be known for its big city attractions, but there is plenty to do outdoors in this lovely Midwestern city, too! From exploring the shore of Lake Michigan to biking through the many parks and gardens, Chicago offers something for outdoor lovers of all ages. Today, long-time Chicago resident and mom of two, Tiana Kubik, is here sharing the best outdoor kids’ activities in Chicago. So, whether you’re a local or just visiting for…

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January 8, 2023

Exploring the Ozark Scenic Riverways with Kids

In CANOE/KAYAK, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, NATIONAL PARKS

The Ozark Scenic Riverways is a hidden jewel of the National Park system tucked along the backroads of southern Missouri. When this park was established in 1964, it became the first federally protected river system and provided the inspiration for the National Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968. While this region may be more off the beaten path, it offers crystal clear rivers, turquoise-blue natural springs, and historic structures. Today, Sara Lesire, mom of two…

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December 23, 2022

10 Ideas for Outdoor Family Vacations & Adventure

In FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re looking to bond with your family and have amazing outdoor adventures together, where should you go for the best family vacation? Here at Run Wild My Child, we get asked about outdoor family adventure travel a lot! And we have a lot of ideas on how to plan the perfect adventure for your family. But, what if I told you that it’s not always about where to go, but more about what you…

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August 23, 2022

Plan a Family Vacation in Gulf County, Florida

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, FISH, WATER

It’s getting more and more challenging to find places to explore that aren’t overrun with crowds. Places where you can get away from the hustle and easily spend most of the day outside. We love discovering those incredible destinations that still offer solitude and wide open spaces for our kids to run wild (and sharing them with you, of course!). Today we are spotlighting Creative Team member Jen Barnes’ family vacation to Gulf County, Florida….

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August 3, 2022

South Seas Island Resort

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, WATER

Traveling and vacationing with kids is a great way to build core memories while experiencing new things together, but planning trips can also be stressful. Researching where to go, where to stay, and the best things to do can be really overwhelming. Busy moms just don’t have tons of time to spend reading reviews, searching blogs, and hunting down the best deals.  But don’t worry, we’re here to help! Run Wild My Child works to…

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July 25, 2022

Eureka Springs, Arkansas with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS

There is something fun about discovering a new and unique place together with your kids. Big cities usually get a lot of press, but sometimes, the small towns have the most fun of all. Arkansas may not be on your bucket list yet, but it should be! Executive Team member Nichole Holze recently took a summer vacation trip to Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She and her kids had a blast exploring this charming northwest Arkansas town….

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June 14, 2022

Adventuring as a Solo Mom

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

Here at Run Wild My Child, we’re big fans of moms! We genuinely believe moms can do just about anything they put their minds to. We want to help moms make the most of their time with their kids and make it easier to get outside and make memories together in nature. One of the best ways to do that is through solo adventures with kids. We know that having another parent/adult around might make…

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