I love to be on the water. Kayaking, canoeing, fishing boat, pontoon – I’ll take it. We own two fishing kayaks and a canoe and we go out as much as we can, but realistically I can’t (or don’t want to) manage any of them on my own. The kayaks are extremely heavy and have […]
My unbiased review of the Roc Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board Read More »
This post isn’t about the outdoors, travel, or even anything adventure-related, specifically. But if you’re a parent you may have experienced the way that screen obsession can prevent your kids from doing just about anything else. We have one kid who easily turns off the tv, xbox, tablet – whatever – and another who struggles
A cheap and easy screen time management system that just might change your life Read More »
Resilience. It’s a big topic right now, and for good reason. Through a quick online search, you’ll find that Miriam Webster explains it like this: “In physics, resilience is the ability of an elastic material (such as rubber or animal tissue) to absorb energy (such as from a blow) and release that energy as it
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As a veteran teacher and parent, one thing I have learned all too well is that a hungry kid is a grumpy kid. I have learned that kids with ADHD in particular are prone to low blood sugar induced meltdowns and lethargy, which does not bode well for an adventure. In addition, gluten makes my
Hiking with kids – snacks, tips, and tricks to help you have the trips you want Read More »
This post may seem out of left field, but we know that when you have a child with ADHD, it can impact your ability to do, well, just about anything, including outdoor activities and adventures. From safety issues outdoors for kids who struggle to listen, to simply prying the controllers from their hands, that diagnosis
