


10 nature activities you can do with kids
Besides bringing a sense of normalcy to this uncertain time, being outside and in the woods has a slew of physical and mental health benefits,

Why free play outside should be a part of every PE program
Physical education doesn’t just happen in a gymnasium. I’m a big proponent of active free play outside during physical education (PE) class. In my PE classes, I plan for quite a lot of it when the weather allows. There are so many benefits of free play outside that cannot be replicated in the gymnasium. In most … Continued

18 ways to get kids to go outside
Many kids are growing up in urban environments and aren’t moving enough. But playing outside is an important way for kids to develop movement skills. Here are some tips for how to encourage outdoor play.

Outdoor schools: finding physical literacy in the forest
Reimagining the “classroom”

Weekly playdates are keeping adults active in British Columbia
How to set a great example for the next generation, no matter your age

6 benefits of outdoor napping for babies
Better sleep and improved mental health cited among advantages

Give your kids a “wildhood” by giving them fun and adventure
Let them run, skip, roam free … and get dirty

Get hiking with your kids, even in Canada’s urban centres
Hiking provides opportunities to share great experiences with your kids

Easy to find play activities in the outdoors
Opportunities for kids’ physical literacy and education abound out in the natural world