These are trying times. And a trying time is a perfect time to remind yourself why nature is good for you. I would venture to guess that most of us are struggling to one degree or another right now. Maybe you’re working from home with kids running around everywhere. (If this is you, check out … Read more
If you have a pup, you know they need exercise. If you have a dog that hails from a sporting or working breed, then you know they realllllly need exercise. Running with dogs can be a great way to get exercise for yourself and your dog. Canicross with your dog lets your dog have a … Read more
Our children need to go a little wild. I’m not talking throwing-a-tantrum-in-Target wild. But rather the kind of wildness that comes with a pure, unadulterated childhood. One that includes exploring nature on their own terms. Our kids need to have a “wildhood”, if you will. As parents, we have such a monumental task of teaching, … Read more
Celebrating Solstices (and Equinoxes) is one of my favorite things to do with my kids. Studying seasonal rhythms and cycles is part of our everyday homeschool curriculum, and it doesn’t even feel like “learning” (which for young kids is when I think the very best learning happens!). Solstice celebrations are an important part of our … Read more
Are you interested in biking together as a family but not sure where to begin? Family biking is a great way to spend quality time with your family while getting a little exercise in as well! Biking is also a fun way to connect with the outdoors all while making fun memories! There are many things … Read more
Learning the basics of bike maintenance together as a family is a great way to bond AND be safe as you ride. Knowledge is power so when you run into trouble, you know what to do to fix your bike. Or, better yet, you see issues BEFORE they become a problem on the trail. In … Read more