Summer Epilogue

Oh Summer, we sent you out in style. The finale included introducing the boys to Trail 3 at Turkey Run State Park, a backyard wiffle ball game of Parents vs. Kids with the neighbors, Kit-Kat S’mores, and one final swim in the neighborhood pool. The Summer of 2014 was certainly one for the books – …

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Texas-Sized KidVentures: Rodeo

Turns out everything IS bigger in Texas…even the KidVentures! We had a generous helping of adventures last week during our trip to Texas, and I’ll be sharing those here this week. You can’t get more Texan than rodeo, sweet tea, cowboy boots, and brisket. We were happy to experience of those and more last week.  …

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Introducing KidVentures

Oh Friends!  I’m so anxious to share this project with you!  We’re finishing up the last minute lists, details, and plans and it should be ready to launch next week!!!!! So allow me to give you a sneak peak into our ebook -  KidVentures: 50 Outdoor Experiences of Wonder, Discovery, & Childhood Memories After completing …

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The Everyday Superheroes

Nearly every day has some sort of action series like this one you’re about to witness.  Honestly, the amount of superhero shows or age-appropriate action movies these boys have viewed are pretty minimal, but it’s innate. No one had to teach them how to punch in slow motion, or the sound effects of fake weapons, …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures for Boys {Day 21}: Build an Outdoor Fort

How To Build An Outdoor Fort…    Supplies: Logs/Branches Tarp/Old Sheet Rope/String Stakes Rubber Mallet As much as I like following step-by-step instructions {Lego Instruction Booklet OCD}, I love the freedom of creativity in the great outdoors.  And while indoor forts are life-savers for rainy days, they don’t hold a candle to building an outdoor …

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Simple Outdoor Adventures with Boys {Day 12} : Hike a Trail

Hike a Marked Trail…    Supplies: Comfortable Clothing Comfortable Shoes Backpack {I love the drawstring ones} with Band-Aids, Water, Bug Spray, Cell Phone, Map, etc. One of our absolute favorite outdoor activities to do with our boys is probably the most simple! Hiking – it’s cheap, it’s great exercise, it’s relaxing, and it’s beautiful! I love …

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