Fun Friday activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. While I am a supporter of the Leave No Trace principles, I admit I have my shortcomings. Sometimes when we’re out exploring nature, we snag a few keepsakes to help us remember our adventures. This summer’s trip to our cabin in Yosemite National Park is a perfect example. We spent a … [Read more...]
Fun Friday: Mix Up a Fairy Potion
Fun Friday activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. THE IDEA: Create a magic fairy potion with items from nature This charming activity is inspired by my nature-loving friend, Marghanita and her little humbugs. Check out her magical creations; she’s even got a beautiful how-to video if you need a little extra help. For this … [Read more...]
Fun Friday: Shadow Play
Fun Friday activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. THE IDEA: Explore shadows – our own and those of natural elements like trees, rocks and flowers. I came across a post on shadow play earlier this week on Backyard Safari and thought summer was the perfect time to give it a go. OUR NOTES FROM THE FIELD Before heading out, I asked … [Read more...]
Fun Friday: Paint Rocks
Fun Friday activities are quick-and-simple ways to explore nature in your own backyard. THE IDEA: Paint some of the many rocks we’ve collected this summer.We came home from Yosemite with more pint-sized pieces of granite than I’d like to admit. Pair that with the fact that the little explorer picks up at least one such treasure from nature on each of our nightly walks and you … [Read more...]
Fun Friday: Wind Streamers
THE IDEA: Make a wind streamer I learned about fairy wind streamers from one of my most creative nature friends, Marghanita. I love them for their simplicity; all you need are a few strips of old material and a stick and you’re ready to go. Don’t let the name fool you – you don’t need to wait for a breeze to enjoy wind streamers. The Explorers had a blast running … [Read more...]