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5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids {Bonus Tip-Read Up}

Before this Nature Walk series comes to an end, I can’t resist sharing one final bonus tip.  It’s super easy and fun to do, and will add much more meaning to your nature walks…

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5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids {#5-Keep It Simple}

I hope this series has inspired you to get out and explore with your own pint-sized crew!  So far, we’ve covered several basics of planning a nature walk: Find a Buddy Make it a Habit Choose the Right Spot Gear Up Today, let’s talk about what to do on a Nature Walk with Kids.  Are you…

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5 Tips for Successful Nature Walks with Kids {#4 Gear Up}

5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids {#4 Gear Up}

Just as you would never run a few miles without proper footwear, or tackle a home repair project without the necessary tools and supplies, you should not expect a successful nature walk without the appropriate gear. This can mean different things for different folks, but in general, certain items are highly recommended for long term…

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5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids {#3 Choose the Right Spot}

Hopefully you’ve already read my first two tips for a successful nature walk with kids.  If not, you can do that here: 5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids #1 Find a Buddy #2 Make it a Habit Once you’ve got a nature buddy and you’ve settled on some sort of schedule for…

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5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids

5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids {#2 Make It a Habit}

We’re huge fans of nature walks here at the Yankee Homestead.  And after years of nature walking with kids, I’ve learned a thing or two about making the experience enjoyable for all.  Just in case you missed it last week, Tip #1 was Find a Buddy. And now, for Tip #2… Tip #2. Make It…

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5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids

5 Tips for a Successful Nature Walk with Kids {#1 Find a Buddy}

Although fall is probably my favorite time of year for nature walks, anytime is a good time to get started!  Nature walking is not hard.  Anyone can do it! And it can be an enjoyable activity for all, if you keep a few simple tips in mind.  If you’d like to start enjoying the great outdoors…

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It’s Back: The Sunday Evening Nature Walk {Tuscarora Creek Park in Leesburg}

Hooray for spring!  Our crew celebrated last week’s newly arrived beautiful weather with our first family nature walk of the season.  We picked a new spot, packed a picnic dinner and our nature gear and set off for some explorations.

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Animal Tracks in the Snow

Exploring Nature With Kids: Winter Nature Walk {Animal Tracks}

  Winter may not seem like the ideal time for a Nature Walk, but don’t let the cold snowy weather prevent you from enjoying the great outdoors.  I guarantee you’ll make a few discoveries that will outweigh the effort required to execute a Winter Nature Walk. For more tips and inspiration, check out: Exploring Nature…

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Winter Nature Walk | Roots & Boots

Exploring Nature With Kids: Winter Nature Walk {Getting Started}

Don’t let frigid temperatures keep you from getting outside and exploring nature!  With a simple plan and proper attire, a winter nature walk can become a highlight of your nature adventures.

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Fall Nature Walks

8 Great Ideas for Fall Nature Walks

Fall is the absolute best time for nature walks, in my humble opinion.  Here are 8 easy ideas for outdoor explorations with kids, with free printables.

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