Let's be honest. We are all exhausted. We are being pushed and pulled in too many directions, placed in difficult situations that we may not be prepared to handle. Homeschooling, co-schooling, digital schooling, hybrid schooling, worldschooling, roadschooling, wildschooling, unschooling. No mater what your family has chosen, it's right for you. Since March, we have … [Read more...]
10 Best Outdoor Gifts for Mom
Whether she's your adventure partner for life, your audaciously courageous sibling, or your resolute mother-in-law, if she loves experiencing the world, this outdoor gift guide was curated just for her, by women just like her. ~The OFM Gear Editors It can be tricky to find the perfect outdoor gift for an adventurous mom. We get it. You want to buy something … [Read more...]
Junior Naturalist Week Three – Pollinators & Garden Observation Lesson Plan
Observing and learning about the importance of pollinators fosters a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of living things and their environment, while cultivating a profound desire to conserve and protect our delicate ecosystem. Each one of our Junior Naturalist week-long lesson plans takes kids outside with daily outdoor learning assignments that involve a wide … [Read more...]
29 Eco-Friendly Tips Ideas to Lower Your Carbon Footprint
by Jennifer Fontaine - Do you ever feel weighed down by your environmental footprint, but then get overwhelmed with taking that all-important first step to a greener, more sustainable life, not just for your health, but for the environment? Research already tells us that green dwellings, particularly those that make use of efficient and natural light, have a positive … [Read more...]
Junior Naturalist Week Two – Tree Observation Lesson Plan
The observation of trees creates a captivating introduction for budding botanists and arborists into the science of fungi, microorganisms, and giant trees, while providing a bold and exciting curriculum for outdoor STEM learning. Each one of our Junior Naturalist lesson plans contains a full week's worth of activities, centered around a specific, nature-based theme, … [Read more...]
Junior Naturalist Week One – Bug Observation Lesson Plan
The observation of bugs creates a fascinating introduction for budding naturalists into biology, ecology, the environment, and even health, creating a challenging and inspiring environment for outdoor STEM learning. Our Junior Naturalist lesson plans are comprised of week-long curriculum, focused on one nature-based subject, inviting kids and parents to get outside and … [Read more...]
30-Day Rewilding Challenge Activity Calendar – FREE Printable!
Mother nature is a great teacher. Child-directed, play-based outdoor education curriculum provides learners the critical space to hone in on their personal interests and intentionally develop skills through practical, hands-on experiences. We know you don’t want to be glued to the screen. You want to foster a deeper practice of connecting yourself and your family to nature … [Read more...]
130+ FREE Outdoor Learning Activities For Kids Unexpectedly Stuck at Home
As people across the world are coping with the recent uncertainties, we at Outdoor Families Magazine want to express our support to everyone affected during this time. As families gear up for school closures, spending time outside can be a great way for kids to naturally boost their energy and exercise their brain power while continuing the learning process with you as their … [Read more...]
Top 10 Boondocking Tips for Full-Time RV’ing Families
by Morgan Rogue - When my husband first told me about boondocking, I honestly couldn’t believe it. People just go out into the middle of nowhere and camp? How is that even possible? One of the main reasons for my confusion was because we’re originally from Texas where it’s all private land and the only public land that exists is through state parks. So when we went camping, … [Read more...]
How To Survive the American Birkie in a Polar Vortex
Skiers cross the American Birkebeiner finish line - Image courtesy Mark Michuda by Kerem Hanci - Since moving to Los Angeles in 1995, I usually enjoy the view of snow from my chair next to the fireplace. I like to watch winter sports, but I can’t say I’m a participant. So when an opportunity came to visit Cable-Hayward, Wisconsin in the middle of winter, I was eager to … [Read more...]
Expert Advice for Full-time Family RV’ers Living in Tight Quarters (So, you don’t lose your minds!)
by Morgan Rogue - When our family made the decision to live full time in an RV, we knew it was going to be tight. After all, we’ve lived in everything from very large houses to studio apartments so we knew how to deal with a variety of spaces. I didn’t think it would be a big deal. At 34 feet, and even with slide outs, our RV is a much smaller space than a house, or even a … [Read more...]
How to Pick The Right RV For Your Family
by Morgan Rogue - Moving from a house to an RV is nothing short of a shock. For us, full time RV living was only a dream until one day, my husband got a huge bonus from his work which allowed us to purchase a used RV. Coupled with my work from home job and the sale from our house, it allowed us to finally make our dream a reality. When we first started our search I really … [Read more...]
Top 9 Things Every RV Beginner Needs to Know
by Morgan Rogue - Have you decided to take the plunge and buy an RV? Congratulations! You’re about to embark upon a lot of great memories with your family. Whether planning to purchase an RV for full-time living, or just for vacations, it’s important to perform due diligence to understand what you’re about to embark on. Before purchasing our first RV, we had a million … [Read more...]
[Great Gear] EcoVessel Portable Water Bottle Review
by Jennifer Fontaine - There is literally nothing more exciting than finding a portable kids water bottle that actually works. We don't ask much of our kids water bottles. We need durability and we need for it to not leak. It doesn't seem like too much to ask, but as a mom who has purchased no less than a million different water bottles for my daughter in her short 8 years on … [Read more...]
Kids Binoculars: 10 Best Under $30
10 Kids Binoculars Overview: Kidwinz Shock Proof 8×21 Kids Binoculars SetCobiz 10×25 Outdoor Binoculars for KidsThinkPeak Toys 8×21 Kids BinocularsBry & BVL 8×22 Binoculars for KidsLiving Squad 8×21 Kids BinocularsBESPIN 8×21 Binoculars for KidsEducational Insights GeoSafari Jr. KidnocularsChuchik Toys 10×22 Binoculars For KidsVerb Gear 8×21 Binoculars for KidsDreamskope … [Read more...]
The Best Outdoor Gifts For Adventurous Families | Editor’s Choice
Sometimes, the most adventurous people in our lives can be the trickiest to shop for come holiday season. Maybe they spend all weekend in the mountains and all week dreaming about them, can start a roaring campfire in any weather or even build an Adirondack chair out of skis. So what do you get for the person in your life who only wants adventure? Fear not! We’re here to … [Read more...]
26 Best Outdoor Gifts for Kids
There’s an ever-growing body of research which supports the importance for kids to regularly get active, get outside, and get in touch with mother nature. We now know that fresh air is not just good for the well being of an adventurous kid, but fundamental to their development, helps them connect to the world around them, and provides beneficial … [Read more...]
