Welcome to Day 28 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To see activities from earlier this month, head here.I have been remiss this month in sharing winter gardening activities for kids. I suppose that’s because (like most of you) our garden is sorta non-existent at the moment. Which means that … [Read more...]
Day 27: Go on a Nature Art Walk
Welcome to Day 27 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To see activities from earlier this month, head here.I love it when art and nature mix. Add in kids and the possibilities for fun and creativity are pretty much endless.The good news is that nature provides all the materials you need to … [Read more...]
Day 26: Try Backyard Snowshoeing
Welcome to Day 26 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To see activities from earlier this month, head here.I promised those of you with snow on the ground outside a couple more posts this month just for you. Today, I’m making good on that promise.Or perhaps I should say Amelia is. She’s another … [Read more...]
Day 25: Build a Stick Tower
Welcome to Day 25 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To see activities from earlier this month, head here. Last week I mentioned that, second only to rocks, sticks are the favorite item from nature that The Explorers gather on our neighborhood walks. (Tell me I’m not alone here.) Needless … [Read more...]
Day 24: Take a Winter Nature Walk
Welcome to Day 24 of 31 Days of Backyard Nature Fun, a month-long series offering simple ways to get outside exploring the natural world. To see activities from earlier this month, head here. One of the most common ways we get in our green time on busy weekdays is by taking walks around the neighborhood. Even though our walks don’t take us through lush forests or alongside … [Read more...]