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Fun Kid Activities In Rivers And Streams

March 6, 2018February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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You can find some cool stuff exploring creeks.

Here are some great, simple, fun kid activities that you can do with your family the next time you are near a river, stream or creek.  These free activities just require that you be willing to get your feet wet and have a sense of curiosity to explore and discover. Continue reading →

Get Outside Today (And Everyday) – My New Motto

February 24, 2018February 21, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Getting outside in the snow with your kids is fun!

Get Outside everyday is a seemingly simple concept that can be hard to do.  However, getting your kids and yourself outside everyday has great benefits for your overall quality of life and is absolutely worth it! Continue reading →

The List Of 10 Must Read Kids Nature Books

February 16, 2018February 11, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer

kids nature bookHere is my list of must read kids nature books.  These are some of my favorites along with some all time classics that should be in every parents home library. Continue reading →

Kids Have No Limits! You Know It’s True

February 8, 2018February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Hiking up the mountain into the fog…

Recently I have had a few things remind me that kids have no limits.  Parents need to not place limits and remember that children posses an amazing capacity to accomplish just about anything. Continue reading →

Winter Hiking With Kids – 7 Tips For Parents

January 16, 2018December 12, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

winter hikingWinter hiking with kids can be super fun and easy as long as you are prepared.  Here are 7 tips to help you have the most fun on your outing.

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Do You Need A Map And Compass When Hiking With Kids?

November 29, 2017November 24, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment
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This lego hiker has a map and compass, but do you need one when hiking with kids?

A map and compass are one of the 11 essential items to bring on a day hike with kids. Here is an explanation on why you need to bring these along. Continue reading →

7 Hiking Songs For Fun On The Trail With Kids

November 9, 2017February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer

hiking songsHiking songs is another great and fun activity to do while on the trail with your kids.  Here are some of my favorite songs when we are hiking in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

THE Secret To Hiking With Kids is ….

October 28, 2017February 23, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer
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Want to know a secret?

Don’t tell anyone, but the secret to hiking with kids is to change your mindset. This simple truth will make hiking with kids fun for the entire family. Continue reading →

7 Tips To Make Hiking With Kids Fun

October 18, 2017February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer / 1 Comment
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I love taking a fun hike with my kids.

These 7 tips will help make hiking with kids fun in the Rocky Mountains or wherever. If kids have fun on a hike they will want to do it again, and again. Continue reading →

7 Tips To Find Kid-Friendly Hikes Near You

October 4, 2017September 20, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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The Rocky Mountains are full of kid-friendly hikes.

Find kid-friendly hikes near you today using these suggestions. These tips will help you find fun hikes to explore with your family. Continue reading →

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