"Mama! Here's another pretty leaf!" "I love it! Let's add it to our collection of treasures," I reply, mirroring my daughter's delight. My little girl, Darcy, delicately picks up the leaf and examines it against the sunlight. We admire the little veins and compare their shape to the other leaves stored in the back of our stroller. My baby, Laney, merrily kicks her legs as she watches us from her comfortable stroller seat, ...
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Yay, it's summertime! The sun is shining, the weather is nice and the kids are home! The first few weeks after school is out is a nice break! No running to drop off for pre-school or waking up to make breakfast and lunches-hurray! And then July rolls around; the kids are bored, you’ve watched Encanto more than you can count and you’re on snack #4 of the day. It's ok, ...
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The other day I got caught up in the comments section of an article about taking kids to the beach. I was so surprised to see that so many parents were commenting that they would never take their kids to the beach because it would be too much work or because it wouldn’t feel like a vacation. A day at the beach with kids sounds like a lot of work ...
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Summer is right around the corner and after two years of not getting around much, it’s time to dive into the most fun of family time this year. Summer 2022 is promising the best of family time, and no family adventure is complete ( or bearable) without the right gear. We’ve been full-time traveling with our now toddler since she was 6 weeks old, and here are the essentials we recommend ...
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Republished article by the National Park Foundation Each October, we celebrate the passage of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, which preserves America’s free-flowing rivers with outstanding natural, cultural, and recreational values for the enjoyment of present and future generations. The National Park Service helps manage many of these protected rivers and what better way to get lured into a national park than fishing? Fishing is a celebrated American pastime and beloved ...
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I’m sure you’ve heard the saying, “It’s all over when you have kids.” For many, they let this be their motto and don’t take risks or chase dreams once they have children. Many parents are in fear of being selfish and feeling like they can’t live life because they are parents now. There is a growing movement across the U.S where many young families are ditching mortgages. They are choosing ...
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Republished article from the National Parks Service National parks are home to some amazing plants and animals, but unfortunately, many of these are “at-risk” species. This means that their population numbers have dropped so low that scientists are concerned – some have even been listed under the Endangered Species Act as “threatened” or “endangered”. Endangered species are at risk for extinction without your help. Share the space Endangered species use parklands and waters ...
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Republished article from the National Park Foundation Our national parks offer incredible recreational opportunities, no matter the time of the year you decide to visit. But during the winter months, unique activities can connect you to the wilderness, landscapes, and wonder of our national parks. Whether you’re a pro or just looking to try something new, winter is a great time to discover new activities you can enjoy. Explore just a ...
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Republished article from the National Park Foundation With over 400 sites, there is much to do and see in the National Park System, and there’s no better time to discover a new park than on a fee-free day! Each year, the National Park Service designates several special days when parks that normally charge an entrance fee offer free admission to everyone. So mark your calendar and get ready to explore a ...
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