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Adventure bound with your family? Don’t forget the kid-friendly snacks.
A nutritious and easy alternative to store-bought granola snacks
My husband and I have hosted four different foster children over the past four years. We've found that we all benefit from time outdoors.
Want to raise kids who love the outdoors and aren’t afraid of a challenge? Try a little friluftsliv.
Schools invested in outdoor ed during the pandemic, but the growth was disproportionate to high-income communities
The journalist was was about to quit his reporting trip down a remote river in Colombia when a group of kids reminded him that finding great stories demands that you participate in normal existence
After her brother died, the clothing designer thought outdoor sports would relieve her grief. But it took her own near-miss accident to wake her up to what she needed to hear.
Eight kiddos (and their parents) helped us suss out the best cold-weather apparel for little ones
Farmers aren’t supposed to get emotionally attached to their livestock. But when you suddenly find yourself caring for two newborn sheep, these things happen.
It’s time to sharpen your pencils and pack your bags—the school year is here again
When Cody Sheehy was six years old, he disappeared into the Oregon wilderness. More than three decades later, he insists the experience gave him an invaluable life lesson.
The CamelBak eddy+ Kids has proven itself time and again
Camp cooking expert Emily Vikre says top-shelf cocktails pair well with s’mores
Mentorship programs like P1440 and Voice in Sport are helping young athletes connect with a more experienced cohort who can guide them through a wide range of challenges
After months of pandemic-induced isolation, one Vermont family dove headfirst into a 272-mile adventure
America’s youth are in desperate need of real-life human connection. The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame bassist says there’s no better place to provide that than a skate park.
Working as a camp counselor teaches you important skills that could jump-start your career
Fifty years after its release, it’s time to unwrap the messages embedded in the game
Want your children to have a deeper relationship with nature than you do? So did this writer. She found an entry point in Tinkergarten.
Stories about kids who break hiking or climbing records feel like the continuation of an outdated and unhealthy attitude toward outdoor recreation
For decades, Deep Springs College in California resisted the push to go coed. But even though women are now allowed to attend, it still holds on to the past.
Having a green lawn doesn’t make sense in many parts of the country. But that doesn’t mean kids have to sacrifice their backyard adventures.
Let the rippers’ rumpus start
Eco-conscious parents are turning to electric utility bikes to haul their most precious cargo: their children
It’s never too early to help your kids develop a healthy mindset around food. Here’s where to start.
The South American pack animal is the perfect companion for getting deep into the wilderness with little ones
For one pandemic-worn parent, the key to staying close to her family is getting some distance
We asked a pediatrician for advice on getting outside safely when temperatures soar
“I would contend that stupid behavior is sometimes the proper response to stupid laws”
The pandemic forced schools to teach outside. Many teachers, parents, and kids want to keep it that way.
Whether you’re stuck in the city or counting down the days to a summer road trip, we have a few expert-approved tips for exploring nearby nature
Our ten-year-old ripper tests the pedal-assisted Woom UP 6 to find out
Your family’s next adventure begins when the sun goes down
I gave my 12-year-olds the Rand McNally on our 300-mile drive from Atlanta to the South Carolina coast to impart the joys of reading an old-school physical map
Here’s what to do when your little one brings up sea-level rise, extinction, wildfires, and other ecological griefs
If you can get past the lack of creature comforts, spending a night outside might be one of the most rewarding things you do
Save on hiking and camping equipment with Amazon’s biggest sale of the year
We asked movers and shakers in different corners of the outdoor world about what people can do to make certain spaces and sports more welcoming for all
He wanted to be the best man he could be. This required some bold and questionable choices.
Our ethics columnist on the right and wrong way to share the trail this summer
Bringing order to parental chaos is an uphill battle, but these products can help
The newest collection of recipes from James Beard–nominated chef Sarah Glover is geared toward parents looking to improve their outdoor cooking game. We’ve included two of our favorite recipes from the book.
Six items guaranteed to elevate your family’s next outdoor adventure
Choosing whether or not to have children can be difficult for many women. For Amelia Boone, an elite athletic career and her ongoing eating disorder recovery have made it even more complicated.
This seat holds its own against competitors that are twice as expensive
Facebook is developing a new app for children, and advocates think it’s a terrible idea
From surfing the coast of Maine to exploring slot canyons in Utah, these adventures will make the whole family happy
Is protecting your children from harm the best way for them to explore and understand the world?
Ambreen Tariq’s new children’s book tells the story of an immigrant family’s first camping trip and expands the canon of outdoor literature for kids
The phone rang and it was our 18-year-old, Hatcher, who apparently took a hard spill while ripping laps on Eldora Mountain. Or so we think: he’s OK now, but he still has no idea what really happened.
After a long year of staying put during COVID-19, families are dreaming of spring breaks and summer vacations. But should you book that flight? Our experts weigh in.
Author Natalie Warren wants young women to disregard conventional rites of passage and get lost in the wilderness
Monica and Vince Strawbridge and their four children hiked the PCT in 2018 and the CDT in 2020. Now the family has begun the AT.
Proposed laws in more than two dozen states seek to exclude transgender youth from interscholastic sports, depriving them of community and confidence-building skills
Want to safely build a rope swing but don’t know where to start? Learn how with professional tree climber Waldo Etherington.
The nonprofit Skiku has brought nordic skiing to thousands of Native kids in Alaska, where access to the sport has historically been limited
Traveling with your pod? Buy out these places for private stays.
We came up with a list of the people, places, and trends that matter now, from the rise of outdoor reservation systems and new mountain-biking meccas to where to thaw out this winter
Winning races when you’re young may seem like a good predictor of future success, but it’s not perfect
American kids are less likely to play in a youth sports league than ever before. But as 2020's surge in outdoor activities showed, we have a huge opportunity to get this generation moving again.
Photographer Shaun Price captures images of a project to build a mobile bike repair center during COVID-19
An ambitious new project is based on a straightforward and very attainable goal: to help kids spend as much time outdoors as they do in front of screens
Top picks from the person who's tried everything
With the right clothing, tools, and toys, your family can be happy and comfortable out there anytime
In a year gone wrong, do this part of Christmas right
How old does a child need to be when you give them their first knife? The answer assumes you know how old they are in the first place.
Get out there—it'll be worth it
A new travel book offers an inspiring reminder of possibilities at a moment when we really need it
As any child will tell you, smartwatches are one of the most popular items on holiday lists this year. Be careful what they wish for.
Pull your van or RV into the cheapest slopeside lodging you can find: an overnight parking space
Resort executives are warning customers that skiing will be different this season. I'm here to tell you that "different" means better.
The pandemic has robbed kids of vital socialization with friends—and put even more emphasis on the importance of spending time with them in nature. But what happens when your child is a nonstop yakker on the trail?