Spend any time around a homeschooling crowd, and you’ll hear the term “nature study” tossed around. What is nature study? Is it just for those crazy (or not-so-crazy) homeschoolers? Can it work for me? How can I incorporate it into our lives? These are just a few of the questions that I’ll answer in this … Read more
As so many of us are experiencing cold and darkness this time of year, the motivation to spend ample time outside just might not be there some days. If big outdoor exploration or adventure is happening less than usual for your family some days (or weeks) this winter, we want to help you stay connected … Read more
Whether your family is enjoying campfires or living with wildfires, outdoor fire season is in full force. So many of us probably carry either memories or imagery in our minds of the idyllic childhood camping trip, and a lot of it includes campfires. Who doesn’t want to cozy up with their kids around the fire … Read more
The weather is warming up and for some of us who avoid the cold we are getting ready to get back outside. Do you need to brush up on some skills? Are you looking to learn something new this year? This post is for you! Here is a round up of some outdoor education courses … Read more
Why assemble a DIY family adventure kit for the car? Because no one should pass up a last-minute opportunity to hike. Because sunscreen is easy to forget. Because kids love to get muddy and wet. Because cars break down and the unexpected happens. Because, as a (perhaps) naturally forgetful person, some of us can forget … Read more
Help your family get started camping Camping can be incredibly daunting, especially when you’re first starting out. In an effort to help, we have gathered all our best camping-related resources in one place so you can spend less time researching and more time with your family. When you sign up for this course you will … Read more