Writer behind Raising Kids Outdoors. I keep field notes on small outdoor experiments with my own kids, honest about what worked and what did not.
One sunny Saturday afternoon, I set out to test a little hypothesis with my kids: can they truly identify bugs in our backyard? We’ve spent countless hours exploring the outdoors,
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Last spring, I wondered what would happen if I let my kids take the lead in our garden. Rather than guiding every…
Last summer, on a particularly warm afternoon, my kids and I decided to delve into the world of ants. It began with…
When we first moved to a house with a yard, I imagined my kids running through the grass and collecting leaves. What…
Last spring, I found myself staring at a bare patch in our backyard, wondering what to do with it. My kids, ages…
This summer, I found myself pondering a simple question: can kids really get comfortable sleeping outside in a sleeping bag? My three…
It was supposed to be a perfect camping trip. After a week of planning, gathering gear, and getting the kids excited about…
Our last family camping trip was a mix of laughter and a bit of chaos, all centered around our trusty tent. When…
When we first ventured into family camping, I was eager to involve my kids in the cooking process. I had visions of…
There’s something magical about a campfire. The flickering flames cast shadows that dance among the trees, while the crackling sounds create a…