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The Healing Power of Nature

September 28, 2016 by Erin Kirkland 2 Comments

The Healing Power of Nature - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Erin Kirkland Greek healer and writer Hippocrates, considered by most to be the father of Western medicine, often relied upon the outdoors as a salve for what might ail his fellow man. “Nature cures,” he wrote in one of his many volumes of instruction. “Not the physician.” Hippocrates practiced then-unconventional methods of observation and diagnosis during his life and … [Read more...]

Biking The Hiawatha Trail With Kids

September 15, 2016 by Erin Kirkland 1 Comment

Biking the Hiawatha Trail - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Kristin Wognild - My headlamp shone like a beacon on the five children who pedaled bicycles furiously through the 1.6-mile Taft Tunnel buried deep beneath the Bitterroot Mountains of Lolo Pass, the designation point of the Idaho-Montana state line. The Hiawatha Trail air was cool and the sound of water dripping from stalactites was magnified by our limited … [Read more...]

Outdoor Retailer Summer and #everyfamilyoutdoors

September 5, 2016 by Heather Mundt Leave a Comment

Outdoor Retailer Summer and #everyfamilyoutdoors - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Heather Mundt and Erin Kirkland Every year since 1996, the Outdoor Retailer (OR) Summer Market trade show in Salt Lake City has been the hub for like-minded gear heads and outdoor enthusiasts to gather in the Salt Palace Convention Center and learn about the latest, most innovative outdoor products for the following year's summer season. But this year's Market (August … [Read more...]

Hike It Baby: How to get involved & get outside more

August 28, 2016 by Erin Kirkland Leave a Comment

Hike It, Baby: Oregon mom and business owner takes it up a notch - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Erin Kirkland - Shanti Hodges has no qualms about admitting she has a problem "overextending myself." Fact is, though, if she hadn't, hiking with newborns might not be a thing. Enter Hike it Baby. Hodges, of Portland, Oregon, is the owner of Hike it Baby, an organization she gestated and birthed in the cool forests of the Pacific Northwest but now nurtures through 290 … [Read more...]

Two Great Ways to Explore Your National Parks: Just Ahead app and a parks guide

August 15, 2016 by Heather Mundt Leave a Comment

by Outdoor Families Magazine editorial team The App Gregory Morse had no idea that a summer 2013 trip to the USS Midway aircraft carrier in San Diego would be a life-changing experience. The Long Beach, Calif., father of three had opted for an audio tour of the ship for his family, including his two oldest kids, then ages eight and six, despite skepticism it would hold … [Read more...]

Mountain Biking With Kids, the 101 Version

August 3, 2016 by Erin Kirkland 3 Comments

Mountain Biking With Kids, the 101 Version - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Kristen Bonkoski - Mountain biking with kids is a fantastic way for families to get exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and spend quality time together. Youngsters in particular take to the sport easily, because who doesn't love the outdoors, dirt, and wheels? Despite the family-friendly nature of mountain biking, many parents find the sport intimidating or overwhelming to get … [Read more...]

Kids and Key West – Good, Clean Fun for All Ages

July 22, 2016 by Heather Mundt Leave a Comment

by Heather Mundt The southernmost city in the continental U.S., Key West, may be best known as Jimmy Buffett's inspiration for his song Margaritaville. But beyond the tequila and revelry of legendary Duval Street, there?s also plenty of G-rated fun for the family. Key West is such a rich environment that it offers visitors a chance to tailor their vacation, says Carol … [Read more...]

Great Gear: Epic Wipes keep this mom’s crew clean

July 13, 2016 by Erin Kirkland Leave a Comment

Great Gear: Epic Wipes keep this mom's crew clean - Outdoor Families Magazine

by Erica Lindberry If your family is anything like mine, then you have probably wished for stock in baby wipes once your children were born. Although I haven't taken the time to count, I?d say we go through approximately 167 wipes during a typical weekend adventure. Climbing, camping, or somehow even just sitting in the backyard, my kids sure do have a knack for bringing in … [Read more...]

Five Places to Burley the Bay Area

July 7, 2016 by Erin Kirkland Leave a Comment

Images courtesy Melissa AveryBy Melissa Avery Ride the wiggles out of kids and burn some calories at these great Bay Area parks with the help of Burley bike trailers. My kids love water, so all of these parks have a water feature where they can take breaks from riding to throw rocks in the water or enjoy watching the many species of birds in the area. These rides are … [Read more...]

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