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Getting Outside in the Winter with Kids
January 31, 2024

Practical Tips for Getting Kids Outside in the Winter

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

Embracing the winter season with kids in tow can be a chilly challenge. But kids (and their parents) need time outside during the winter, just as much as any other time of year. There are so many amazing benefits of spending time outside together during the winter season. Today, Teri Walzenbach, Washington mom of two, is here to share her invaluable tips, tricks, and family-favorite outdoor adventures that will have you and your little ones eagerly…

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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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May 19, 2022

Snowboarding with Kids at Bolton Valley Resort

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

Snowboarding is a really fun, active, and challenging way to get kids outside during the winter months. Today, Chelsea Furlong, a Virginia Beach teacher, photographer, and mom of two skateboarding kids is here to share her family’s recent experience at Bolton Valley Resort in Richmond, Vermont, learning how to snowboard. She gives us a great overview of the property, the process of getting outfitted, and all the amazing amenities this gorgeous ski resort has to…

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January 30, 2022

Beginner’s Guide to Downhill Skiing with Kids

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

Downhill skiing is a super fun and active winter activity for the whole family. Skiing is also a sport that kids can start learning at a very young age. Today, Sarah Warburton, mom of two raising her daughters in the Alps, is here today with all you need to know to get started downhill skiing with kids. She’s sharing her knowledge and experience teaching kids to ski, with all you need to know about what…

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Frozen bubbles
January 20, 2022

Winter Science Experiment for Kids: How to Make Frozen Bubbles

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WINTER

Blowing bubbles is a popular outdoor activity for kids of all ages. While most people pack away the bubble wands when cooler weather hits, winter can be a perfect time for creating a different kind of bubble. On days when the temperature drops well below freezing, bundle up the kids and head outside to make frozen bubbles. Today, Sara Lesire, Illinois mom of two and founder of @MidwestNomadFamily, is here to show us all the…

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January 18, 2022

Winter Chores for Kids: Gear Maintenance & Organization in the Off-Season

In INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WINTER

If winter has you daydreaming about your next warm-weather adventure, you’re not alone! This time of year can be hard to get outside with kids. So, why not use this season of staying warm and close to home to clean, prep, and maintain your gear for your upcoming adventures. Today, Oklahoma dad of 2, Jared Ryan, is here sharing his family’s list of winter chores for kids that help them prepare for their next hiking,…

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Holiday Candle Making with kids
December 23, 2021

Holiday Candle Making with Kids

In CRAFTS, HOLIDAYS, WINTER

As December peaks, we’re getting closer and closer to the holidays. If you’re looking for a fun, easy to make, nature-inspired gift idea, we have a great one! Today, Creative Team member Tine Voeten, Belgian mom of two, shares one of her family’s favorite holiday traditions – candle making! She’ll walk us through the process of how to make your own holiday candle with kids to light up your home or give out as gifts….

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November 22, 2021

The Best Merino Wool Base Layers for Kids and Toddlers

In FAVORITE GEAR, GOOD FOR NATURE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, WINTER

We’ve all probably heard people rave about how merino wool is the best base layer for kids when playing outside in cold weather. But why is that? What’s so great about merino wool and why is it so expensive? Is it really worth it? And if so, which brands are the best? Our Creative Team member Somer Pickel, Appalachian mom of a whirlwind toddler, had the chance to test out seven brands that all make…

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March 26, 2021

Family Travel: Vista Verde Ranch, Colorado

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

Are you looking for an unforgettable family vacation? Want to find a place full of memorable outdoor adventures for the entire family? Are you craving a luxurious guest ranch experience while you enjoy the beauty of a traditional dude ranch? We’ve found the perfect place. Today, Araceli Gonzalez, a California mom of three, is going to introduce you to Vista Verde Ranch. Vista Verde Ranch is located just north of Steamboat Springs in Colorado and…

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March 2, 2021

Owling with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, URBAN NATURE, WINTER

Have you ever spotted an owl in the wild? Have you heard one calling through the woods at dusk? Owls are fascinating, yet elusive birds, made even more mysterious by their silent flight and their nocturnal habits. But, finding owls isn’t impossible—you just have to know where and when to look. Today, Leslie Alvis, Ohio homeschooling mom of four shares her family’s experiences owling with kids and some tips for your own owling adventures. “When…

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February 23, 2021

60+ Indoor & Outdoor Snow Day Activities for Kids

In OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, OUTDOORS INSIDE, SKI/SNOW, WINTER

Snow days are the stuff of childhood dreams! A whole day off school to play in the snow sounds great to most kids. But, snow days are not always easy for parents. Many times, parents still have to work or take care of things around the house. While we’re all about getting kids OUTSIDE, we also know that sometimes you also need INDOOR games and activities to do when going outside isn’t possible. Today, we’re…

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