I’m not gonna lie to you: It doesn’t feel much like fall here in Los Angeles. Sure, the days are getting shorter. And yes, the evenings are a little cooler than they were last month. But a recent string of 80+ degree days has us trying to ride out the last bits of summer just as long as we can. Of course, the calendar reminds us that fall is coming soon – and many of you … [Read more...]
Backyard Nature Fun: Hand-Made Ornaments
Backyard Nature Fun activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. During our Thanksgiving stay in Yosemite, we were already thinking about Christmas. In fact, we turned one of many nature walks around the cabin into a gathering of goodies from nature to make our own holiday ornaments.This make-your-own craft is about as simple as it gets; all you … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Decorate With Nature During the Holidays
My list of Christmas nature activities for kids included more than a few ways to decorate with nature during the holidays – both indoors and out. Thought you’d like to see what the elves in our house have been up to. Choose a live tree. For the first time in the 22 years we’ve been together, my hubby finally consented to (even suggested, I might add) a live Christmas tree. … [Read more...]
Backyard Nature Fun: Alphabet Rocks
Backyard Nature Fun activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. Long before The Little Explorer had his run-in with that rock in Yosemite, The Big Explorer and I were hard at work on a set of alphabet rocks for him for Christmas. He’s 3 ½ and all about rocks and letters, so what could be more perfect? Inspired by this tutorial, we … [Read more...]
10 Christmas Nature Activities for Kids
It’s not even December yet, but the excitement over the upcoming holiday is already in full swing at our house. I’m guessing we’re not alone. Things can get crazy during December, so this year I’ve come up with a list of holiday-inspired nature activities for kids to encourage us to continue getting outside and connected to nature every day. Some of these nature … [Read more...]