How to Dam a Creek… Supplies: Old Clothes Towels Shoes That Can Get Wet I used to LOVE to do this when I was a kid! Although the best place to do it is an actual creek with lots of rocks around, you can get creative with whatever you have near you. Drainage ditches …
Read MoreHike a Marked Trail… Supplies: Comfortable Clothing Comfortable Shoes Backpack {I love the drawstring ones} with Band-Aids, Water, Bug Spray, Cell Phone, Map, etc. One of our absolute favorite outdoor activities to do with our boys is probably the most simple! Hiking – it’s cheap, it’s great exercise, it’s relaxing, and it’s beautiful! I love …
Read MoreGo Climb a Tree… Supplies: Shoes (sandals were not a wise choice) A Good Climbing Tree Pants Climbing trees is a right of passage for boys. However, there is some technique to the sport. You first want to find a sturdy tree that will support your child’s weight. Find a tree with branches that …
Read MoreGo for a Jump in a Leaf Pile… Supplies: Lots of Fallen Leaves Rake(s) Comfortable Clothes The most rewarding part of raking a gigantic pile of leaves? Jumping in with both feet! The more hands the bigger the pile…and don’t be too shy to take the plunge yourself. The joy you’ll share on …
Read MoreHow To Cook Over An Open Fire… Supplies: Fire Pit or Campfire Food Roasting Sticks Wood and Kindling Cast Iron Skillet (optional) Food cooked outdoors over a fire is some of the finest dining that exists. When you share it in the company of family and friends, it just enhances the experience! There …
Read MoreHow to Make a Lemonade Stand… Supplies: Lemonade/Water/Apple Cider/Baked Goods/Popsicles Cups Pitcher Change Table Signs and/or Sidewalk Chalk What I love about setting up a lemonade stand is it doesn’t have to be lemonade!!! You can do what’s in season (hot chocolate, apple cider, popsicles, or even bottled water). It can be as …
Read MoreHow to Fly a Kite… Supplies: Wind An Open Area (Field, Beach, etc.) A Kite with String Kite flying goes best in pairs. You need a buddy and a windy day for this classic outdoor activity. Unwind several yards of string. Have one child hold the string and then have another child or yourself …
Read MoreCatch A “Wild” Animal to Observe… Supplies: Critter Net Small Critter Container Sand/Dirt/Water for Habitat Magnifying Glass (optional) The best pets are the ones you only have to keep for an hour or two! ;) And the chase is over half of the fun! We’ve had several temporary pets – a turtle, frog, …
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