Got leaves? You’ll need a few for this one – which makes it a perfect fall activity. We gathered our leaves one afternoon on a nature walk around the neighborhood. We took our time choosing as many different shapes, sizes and colors as we could find. Head outside with a small bag in hand and gather up as many leaves as you can find (the kind already on the ground, that is!). … [Read more...]
Gift Ideas for Backyard Nature Fun
This year’s gift guide is dedicated to backyard nature fun – the items that come in handy when heading out your back door to go exploring. While these goodies can come in handy and are fun for little ones to open during the holidays, the truth is, all you really need when it comes to exploring nature is your time and a sense of wonder. Bicycle and/or scooter Our … [Read more...]
Give the Gift of a Nature Experience
I’ve got holiday gift lists on the brain, and I’m guessing I’m not alone. I’ll be sharing a few gift ideas for backyard nature fun later this week, but I wanted to start with something very near-and-dear to my heart: The gift of a nature experience. To know me is to know I’m all about sharing experiences. Moments. In fact, I make a point of planning regular nature dates with … [Read more...]
Product Spotlight: Chaco’s Zanda Little Kids Shoes
In case you missed my post last week on choosing shoes for kid’s outdoor adventures, a closed-toed sneaker that works both as an everyday shoe and a trail shoe is a must in our family. Usually my hubby scours the Web for good deals on whatever brands he can find. The Explorers wear out their shoes pretty fast (either by growth or from general wear and tear), so it’s hard for us … [Read more...]
Choosing Shoes for Kid’s Outdoor Adventures
Several months ago, a fan of Go Explore Nature on Facebook asked for some advice on choosing shoes for little explorers:“Would you do a post on what to look for in little ones shoes for outdoor play? Between sand, water, dirt, mud, etc. I would love some first-hand experience and any safety concerns.”When it comes to choosing shoes for outdoor adventures for the kids in our … [Read more...]