Having the right gear can be the difference between an enjoyable outing and a painful slog through the wilderness. From 2 kilometer meanders with the nieces and nephews to 100-kilometer multi-day hikes there is a certain list of items that are simply always in my backpack. It … [Read more...]
18 Tips for Hiking With Kids
Hiking has a multitude of benefits for children. Kids who hike tend to be happier and healthier than those who don’t enjoy outdoor activities. In fact, studies have shown that hiking even improves performance in school. It’s never too early to get your kids interested in hiking … [Read more...]
Spikeball: Everything You Need to Know
Spikeball appeared on our radar while at a family graduation party. Our eyes were glued to the teams as they played this game that appeared to us like a funky version of volleyball. We immediately did some research and were surprised to discover that Spikeball has quite a … [Read more...]
Benefits of Hiking: Less Anxiety and Better Memory [Study]
Can't stop dwelling on your failures, on everything that you've done wrong or that's gone wrong in your life? Relief may be as close as your nearest park or forest. In a study researchers hope will have a long-range effect on the way cities are planned and designed, scientists … [Read more...]
The Perfectly Toasted Marshmallow with NPR Summer Science
Want to learn some science around the campfire? In this NPR series you'll learn about the science of the perfectly roasted marshmallow. It's the epic quest of campers everywhere: How do you get the perfectly toasted marshmallow? In our inaugural installment of NPR's Summer … [Read more...]