Knowing how to dress your kids for outdoor play in any weather can make a huge difference to the amount of time they’re happy to spend outside. Clothing should remove the distractions that less-than-ideal weather imposes, leaving kids free to focus on play, not the physical discomfort of being “too hot” or “too wet” or “too cold”. “There’s no such…
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A little preparation will go a long way to helping your kids get outside — and have fun — in “bad” weather. Some kids look for any excuse to stay indoors, and “bad” weather is often an easy one. And let’s face it… adults often use that excuse too! But we all need to remind ourselves of just how valuable…
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Learn more about – and enjoy – Groundhog Day with a few outdoor activities and fun facts. Groundhog Day is celebrated primarily in The United States and Canada, and is a fun way to anticipate the upcoming change of season. It is celebrated on February 2 and — depending on how you feel about the current season — asks the…
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Here is a list of celestial events in 2022 — full moons, lunar eclipses, solar eclipses and meteor showers — that will be sure to dazzle and delight. Budding skywatchers and stargazers are sure to enjoy what is in store for them this year. So mark your calendars, set your reminders, and let the kids stay up late! Full Moons…
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In the face of colder weather and fewer activities, make your Family Plan for spending winter outdoors and enjoy new opportunities and adventure. Building your family’s Winter Outdoors Plan can help you feel more positive about the colder weather and limited activities, all while helping you connect more with nature… and each other! The arrival of winter often comes with…
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