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January 26, 2024

Exploring the Everglades National Park with Kids 

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, NATIONAL PARKS

In Everglades National Park, the wonders of Florida’s diverse ecosystem come to life! Today, Bethany Augliere, a Florida mom and marine biologist, is here sharing her personal insights, tips, and recommendations for an unforgettable family adventure in this magnificent wilderness. Navigating the Everglades with kids can be a thrilling and educationally-enriching experience, and in this post, we’ll provide valuable tips on when to visit, what to expect, the best kid-friendly hiking trails, what you can…

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September 13, 2023

Exploring Indiana Dunes National Park with Kids

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

Nestled along the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park offers a unique and unforgettable experience for families. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast excited to explore the biodiversity of the sand dunes, or simply a Midwest mom looking for a nearby beach getaway with your little ones, Indiana Dunes has something special in store for you. Today, Meghan Garriott, Illinois mom of three, is going to take us on an exciting journey to…

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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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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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two kids at the trail sign for Oooh Ahh point in the Grand Canyon National Park
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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Visiting Yellowstone National Park With Kids
December 9, 2019

Top 5 Things to Do in Yellowstone National Park with Kids

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Yellowstone National Park is the oldest and one of the most spectacular national parks. This 3,500 square-mile wilderness recreation area sits atop a volcanic hot spot, in Wyoming. Yellowstone features dramatic canyons, alpine rivers, lush forests, hot springs and gushing geysers. It’s also home to hundreds of animal species, including bears, wolves, bison, elk, and antelope. With so much to do and see, planning a visit to Yellowstone with kids can be overwhelming. However, we…

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June 26, 2018

Arches National Park – 8 Easy Hikes for Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Arches National Park in Utah is one of those picture-perfect iconic places that’s destined to be on your bucket list. While hiking through the desert with kids might not sound fun or easy, we’re here to assure you that it is! Today, Stacy Bressler of The Crazy Outdoor Mama is sharing all kinds of wonderful info and advice on visiting Arches with kids, along with 8 Arches National Park hikes with spectacular views that little…

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