Is it our job as parents to shield our children from things that they do not wish to encounter? If so, what happens when we are gone? We cannot guarantee a safe world, and it would be irresponsible of us as parents to not prepare our children for it. We are entrusted with the responsibility […]
4 Fantastic Family Campgrounds
When I think of great family campgrounds, I think of tall pines, moderate privacy, a close stream or lake for fishing, a fun town close by, and easily accessible clean water, and restrooms. Here are four fantastic family-friendly campgrounds in Colorado that we have enjoyed: Pitkin Colorado Pitkin is a hidden campground gem in the […]
I met a kid who was happy
When I started writing this, I planned on telling about our weekend. We went to a nearby nature park that has pretty much everything you would need to have a great adventure: creeks, waterfalls, a lake, caves, a bow & arrow range, and what seem to be limitless winding trails through the woods. Everything a […]
Adventure begins with a map
I can sit and look at a topographical map for days. It makes me feel like Bilbo Baggins planning my journey to steal a precious gem from the belly of Smaug. To me this isn’t a stretch of the imagination, if you think about what you are looking for. Finding the perfect place to hike, camp, […]
6 Lesson tips for camping kids
Whether you are camping, hiking, fishing, or even climbing, there is always something to be learned from the great outdoors. And no matter their learning style – whether it be visual, auditory, linguistic, or kinestetic – there’s something for every type when exploring nature. There have been multiple studies done about the benefits of experience-based learning. […]