Tag: children
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Why it's important for children to play outside in winter
Every winter, as the temperatures drop, so does the amount of time we spend outside. This is especially true for children — playtime can become limited to the indoors. It may be tempting to hide inside until the weather warms up, but outdoor play is essential for your children’s well-being all year long. Here are…
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Falling for campsite crafting
Today, Content Development Specialist Andrea Coulter takes us through some family friendly fall crafts. Last fall, my kids and I joined my parents on a three-generation camping trip to Canisbay Lake Campground at Algonquin Provincial Park. We spent our days going for bike rides, hiking, and visiting around the campfire, but my kids’ creative bug was…
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Campfire safety for the whole family
We all have fond childhood memories of a crackling campfire. It can be the highlight of a camping trip! Let’s keep those memories positive by making sure even the littlest members of the family know the ins and outs of fire safety. Parents: if you and your family are enjoying a campfire during your trip,…
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Open eyes, open mind: nature journaling with kids
In today’s post, Discovery Leader Carlin Thompson from Sandbanks Provincial Park shares her top tips for nature journaling with kids. We did it, parents! We made it through another winter. The struggle of tackling young children into layered outerwear and the scavenger hunts for matching mittens now seem like a distant memory. What sweet relief. But…
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Pick green time over screen time
Screens are everywhere. Cell phones, Netflix, and video games can be distractions that keep us inside. It’s easy to spend hours chilling in front of your phone or TV. These are hours we could be spending being physically active in the outdoors. Excessive screen time has negative impacts on our health, and this is especially…
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5 conversations to have with your child before your next camping trip
Racing around the campground with brand new friends. Building sandcastles on the beach. Roasting marshmallows over the campfire. Some of our best childhood memories are made in parks. Before you pack your little ones into the car for your next family vacation, here are five conversations to make sure your trip is as safe as…