Kids Who Explore Parent Edition
127 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe mamas behind the scenes at Kids Who Explore, share weekly episodes covering all things exploring (with kids), from simple walks outside to camping in the backcountry. Expect interviews with explorers from all over the world and lots of takeaways for your own future adventures!
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Ep. 120 Travelling with Carry-On Only with Jocey Newman
July 04, 2023 13:21 - 34 minutes - 47.9 MBTravelling with kids doesn’t have to require packing the whole house. Jocey Newman and her spouse took off on a year-long adventure with their kid and only carry-on. Let’s learn how! Jocey Newman is a mom, adventure traveller, and the founder of First Peak, a line of sustainable adventure wear for babies and toddlers. All her clothes are made in the USA using eco-friendly fabrics that are designed to stand up to mess, moisture, and exploration. She’s currently living on the road with he...
Ep. 119 Parenting Off the Beaten Path with Meghan J. Ward
June 06, 2023 20:32 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBHave you ever wondered if becoming a parent will change your adventures? Have you ever wondering what travelling the world would look like with kids? Meghan J. Ward wondered too, and she made it happen. She tells us all about it in her books, and today on the podcast! Meghan J. Ward is a writer, editor, digital content specialist and all-around storyteller based in Banff, Canada (Treaty 7 territory), and mama of two. An avid outdoor adventurer with a voracious appetite to understand her...
Ep. 118 Changes to the Podcast
May 02, 2023 12:22 - 5 minutes - 6.99 MBAfter 118 episodes and more kids, we’ve decided to make a slight change for a little bit - expect new podcast episodes monthly. See you again on June 6th!! Check out KWE’s #patch4apurpose to support 1, or all 8, charities: https://kidswhoexplore.com/product/original-explorer-patch4apurpose/ Today’s Host: @adriannaadventures & @laurenrodycheberle from @kidswhoexplore Production: @kpmediaproductions. Music: @michaelferraro_music
Ep. 117 Gardening with Kids with Elissa Story
April 25, 2023 12:16 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBDo you have picture-perfect images of what it could look like to garden with your kids? It doesn’t need to be fancy. Elissa likes to tell people it can be as easy as you want it to be, and your own trail and error will take you far! Elissa is wife to Tobin. She is a wetland biologist, and mama to two boys, aged 5.5 years and 3 months. Before having kids, she worked as a wildlife biologist specializing in birds, and then an environmental educator. She grew up competitively horseback ridi...
Ep. 116 Tighten Your Tinkler to Get Back Outside with Christina Walsh
April 18, 2023 12:51 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBTighten Your Tinkler meets Kids Who Explore, because we all want to support postpartum women, so they can get back to doing all the things they love to do outside. Christina Walsh is a physical therapist and co-founder of Tighten Your Tinkler. She’s a New Orleans mama of two who lived with pelvic floor issues herself. She supports postpartum women holistically through prolapse, diastasis recti, and more. The program helps women solve pelvic floor issues without kegels or internal vagin...
Ep. 115 Spring Bucket List
April 11, 2023 12:36 - 16 minutes - 23.2 MBWe’ve done all the other season’s bucket lists, so we needed a Spring edition, because Spring is in the air!! Depends what climate you’re in…when/if the snow is melted, but…here’s some ideas: Go on a bike or scooter ride…or ski Watch ducks!! (don’t feed them…Bird Episode: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-64-birding-bird-watching-with-launne-kolla/) Pick berries Make homemade lemonade or ice cream - find a warm day! Go on a nature walk (or hike) Jump in puddles Garde...
Ep.114 Childhood is Created Outside with Linda Åkeson McGurk
April 04, 2023 13:13 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBWhat’s the Scandinavian perspective on outdoor play? That you can’t have too much of it, and there’s no such thing as bad weather! Linda Åkeson McGurk, from Sweden, teaches us the essential nature of the outdoors in childhood. Linda Åkeson McGurk is a Swedish American writer and author of the parenting memoir There’s No Such Thing As Bad Weather and The Open-Air Life. McGurk is a passionate advocate for raising kids in the outdoors and thinks that the best childhood memories are created ou...
Ep. 113 A Baby Shower Gift Registry List for a Hiking Mom
March 28, 2023 13:03 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBGive the Gift of Adventure to an Adventurous Parent to be: Everything they'll need to hike with their baby is shared on today’s episode! Wish List: Soft-Structured Carrier(for newborn to 3 years old, with rain and winter cover) AChild Carrier(for 6+ months with rain cover and hydraulics pack) SOS Device/Satellite Phone with Subscription Family First-Aid Kit Merino Wool Base Layers and Socks Bear Belt(to hold bear spray) Summit Seat Fleeceand Down Bunting Hiking Poles Ice ...
Ep. 112 Open Air Classrooms with Amy Cornet
March 21, 2023 14:18 - 43 minutes - 59.6 MBWhen we asked Amy, who teaches at an outdoor school if there were any cons to learning in the outdoors, she couldn’t think of even one! However, she could name endless pros. Tune in to hear all of them! Amy started her teaching career in Japan for a year and then came back home to Canada and has been working for Sturgeon Public Schools since. She has been teaching kindergarten for the past 14 years. A few years back, she read "There's No Such Thing As Bad Weather" by Linda Åkeson McGurk...
Ep. 111 Basecamp Resorts with Sky McLean
March 14, 2023 06:00 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBLooking for a home away from home with hotel features, where nature and family are priority? So was Sky McLean, so she created it!! Basecamp Resorts will have you itching for adventure! Sky McLean is the founder and CEO of Basecamp Resorts, properties that are renowned for offering guests epic mountain views, with modern amenities and top notch service. The company prides itself on providing a home away from home for guests. There are currently 10 properties under the Basecamp Resorts b...
Ep. 110 KWE Explorer Families with Michelle Klatt
March 07, 2023 08:29 - 20 minutes - 28.1 MBOur Explorer Families have grown to over 400 families across the globe. Tune in to learn the beautiful connections, relationships, and inspiration that have come out of them, and how you can join in the magic!! Michelle was born and raised in the heart of Alberta, and was never the “outdoors type”, but as she got older she found herself gravitating towards the mountains. After quitting her 9-5 carpentry job in 2022 to pursue social media and content creation, she now spends her days hik...
Ep. 109 Safety While Adventuring in Bear Country
February 28, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes - 22.9 MBWould you know what to do if you encountered a bear in the outdoors? Would you know the difference between a defensive or predatory encounter? We are here to help keep you educated, so you can explore safely! Disclaimer that the information we’re provided you today, as well as the information from Bear Safety & More Inc and RecSafe with Wildlife (as we partnered with Kim Titchener), cannot guarantee that animal encounters can be prevented. This information is intended as a guide to help...
Ep. 108 Nature is Your Child’s Best Teacher with @schoollessinseattle
February 21, 2023 06:00 - 19 minutes - 26.1 MBWe are our children’s first teachers, but we believe nature is one of their greatest teachers. When groups of kids get out in nature together, magic happens. That’s why Madison runs weekly meetups in her area for homeschool families. Madison is a homeschooling mom and wild + free group leader living in the Seattle area. Her passion for wildschooling and child-led learning comes from her background in elementary education and love for the outdoors. She loves exploring the forests, beache...
Ep. 107 What Even Is Work-Life Balance?
February 14, 2023 07:00 - 20 minutes - 27.5 MB“Be where your feet are.” That’s our ultimate goal in ‘balancing’ time with our kids and time at work. What does that look like? Well, we are a work in progress figuring it out! What We Do Know: Listen to yourself – notice stress and exhaustion Be open to the help Notice when to say no Connect with child(ren) before work Live your tech life out loud, so your kids know what you’re doing Block schedule – then it’s not scattered and you can get more done (still room for spont...
Ep. 106 Embracing Winter with a Baby
February 07, 2023 05:00 - 23 minutes - 31.9 MBWe’ve sure talked about embracing winter a lot over here, but how is it possible while adding a new baby into the mix, and keeping them warm? Today’s episode is full of tips!! Ep. 36 Thre Three Layer Winter Rule: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-36-the-three-layer-winter-rule/ Three Layer Rule: Base Layer: merino wool (or wool). If the merino wool price point is not accessible, synthetic layers work too! Mid Layer: fleece Top Layer: water-resistant when they are young...
Ep. 105 Combatting the Negativity on Social Media
January 31, 2023 06:00 - 10 minutes - 14 MBKids Who Explore really enjoys social media. It’s a place where we’ve formed a beautiful community, share stories, help others, and become inspired. Unfortunately, it’s not always that way… Reminders When You’re Viewing Social Media: You aren’t seeing the whole picture, or always getting the whole context Triggers are INSIDE people – look inside if you’re triggered It’s never okay to be rude; you can “move along” without commenting They aren’t just accounts - they are humans ...
Ep. 104 Snowshoeing with a Toddler
January 24, 2023 07:10 - 18 minutes - 25 MBHave you wondered if you should attempt snowshoeing with a toddler? We will let you know on today’s episode (plus, lots of other outdoor winter sport tips!). Check back on other winter sport podcasts: Learning to Enjoy Winter: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-92-learning-to-enjoy-winter-with-erin-gallimore/ Teaching Toddlers to Snowboard: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-94-teaching-toddlers-to-snowboard-with-dr-ashley-top/ Learning to Ski: https://kidswhoexplore.com/p...
Ep. 103 Solo Parenting during Plane Travel
January 17, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 26.8 MBPlane travel with kids can carry a lot of mental weight, and when you’re doing it solo, a lot of physical weight too! Here are some tips to make it a little more manageable, even with car seats involved! Getting to the Airport Practice getting car seats in a car ahead of time Think about which kid to get in first at home, and out first at the airport, etc. At the Airport Choose if you are going to check or carry-on Car seats and strollers – recommend gate checking (the wa...
Ep. 102 Seeing Every US National Park by the Age of 3 with The Castillos
January 10, 2023 06:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBHow long do you think it would take to see all 63 US National Parks? Well, for Journey Castillo, only the first 3 years of her life! Learn why her family made this their goal and how beautiful the journey with Journey has been! Eric and Valerie Castillo, are the founders of a mission called Journey Go Explore and parents of Journey, a 2-year-old who has already had many adventures. At the time of recording this in October of 2022, she has visited 45/63 US National Parks and is inspiring...
Ep. 101 Adventuring with Two Under Two - What We’ve Learned
January 03, 2023 07:40 - 18 minutes - 26 MBOur adventure crew has grown over the last few months – Adrianna and Lauren both welcomed new little boys into the world, and are now each adventuring with 2 kids, 2-years-old and under. They wanted to share what they’ve learned! Going in the backyard is great! Stepping out your door is an adventure in itself. That’s our definition of “success.” Loading Up the Car: Give yourself WAY more time (get ready the night before even) – allowing time for your kids to also go at their own ...
Ep. 100 Creating an Adventure Club with Echo Shehadeh
December 27, 2022 07:21 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBWanna know a way to make adventuring even more fun? With an outdoor adventure club! Echo Shehadeh created her own. Her tips will help so many get outside more, and it may even be a great “New Year’s Goal.” Echo is a wife and a mom of two beautiful children, soon to be 3! She lives in Central Oregon where the outdoor adventures never end. Before starting her family, she lived, worked, and breathed childhood development and education. That strong foundation helped her know that outside-le...
Ep. 99 ”Be Careful” Alternatives
December 20, 2022 07:00 - 16 minutes - 22.7 MBThere’s no guilt if you’ve used the phrase “be careful” more than a few times, or are still trying to navigate around it, we just want to help put it in another light. Here are some alternatives to “be careful” and WHY! Risky Play and Nature Education Episode: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-37-risky-play-nature-education-with-brittany-williams/ Be Careful – Why is it Not Good: Kids don’t understand what it means They can’t gauge what we are seeing that they aren’t It c...
Ep. 98 Happiness Doesn’t Require Sunshine
December 13, 2022 06:00 - 16 minutes - 22.1 MBEvery season and every weather condition has it’s joy and beauty, and we don’t ever want adventures, fun, and happiness to be limited to sunshine. So, how do we embrace all seasons and all weather conditions? Live by the quote, “there’s no such thing as bad weather, just the wrong clothing.” Easier said than done sometimes financial-wise, but having a few quality things can get you far. Quality Items We Love: A good pair of base layers can benefit you in all seasons! We love mer...
Ep. 97 Choosing the Best Ski Gear [on a Budget] with Coach Nelly
December 06, 2022 16:06 - 44 minutes - 60.9 MBLast episode with Coach Nelly, we just scraped the surface on easier access to ski gear, so we wanted to dive even deeper into that topic. Learn where to save, and where quality is key, plus all things skiing! Coach Nelly has more than 20 years of experience coaching under her belt. In 2018, she started Raising Little Rippers, where she has created an educational resource for adventurous mamas, raising the next generation of big mountain skiers. Learning to Ski with Coach Nelly Ep...
Ep. 96 Roading Tripping with Young Kids
November 29, 2022 15:36 - 24 minutes - 33 MBCar trips and plane trips - they are both full! The perks of road trips are they give you flexibility to go at your own pace, stop as much as you need, and of course, pack more!! Let’s talk about some things we’ve found to make road trips with toddlers and babies a little bit easier. Plane Travel with Kids: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-81-travelling-with-kids-with-margaret-bradford/ What to “Play” With: Like plane, start with nothing…look out windows, talk about what y...
Ep. 95 Learning to Ski with Coach Nelly
November 22, 2022 15:41 - 29 minutes - 40 MBJanelle Thomas, better known as Coach Nelly, has more than 20 years of experience coaching under her belt. In 2018, she birthed Raising Little Rippers, where she has created an educational resource for adventurous mamas, raising the next generation of big mountain skiiers. She’s a treat to learn from! Janelle Thomas started working as a Ski Instructor her senior year in college. She knew teaching littles to ski was right up her alley. Armed with a Degree in Psychology with a strong focu...
Ep. 94 Teaching Toddlers to Snowboard with Dr. Ashley Top
November 15, 2022 05:30 - 26 minutes - 36.9 MBTeaching toddlers to snowboard can start at home…literally. Dr. Ashley talks us through all the steps and gear needed to help her daughter fall in love with snowboarding, all before the age of 2-years-old! Dr. Ashley Toporowski is a dentist in Saskatchewan, Canada, and a mom to two kiddos! She shares all her dental wisdom on her IG page, so she can help many more caregivers and children. Her family loves to get outside through snowboarding, hiking, biking, and fishing. She started...
Ep. 93 Living an Iceland Adventure with Ulfar Andresson
November 08, 2022 09:27 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBDoes making hot chocolate while bathing in a hot spring sound fantastic to you? How about playing ice hockey on a crater? This is just a regular day in the life of Ulfar Andresson, who runs Iceland Activities. Ulfar was born and raised in a hot spring! Iceland Activities has been a family company since 2010. He loves involving his two kids in all the outdoors has to offer. Many of the locations they take their guests to are hidden gems that they have all to themselves. Icelandic Tradi...
Ep. 92 Learning to Enjoy Winter with Erin Gallimore
November 01, 2022 06:00 - 26 minutes - 36.4 MBFor some, winter may be their favourite season, and for others, they may need to learn to embrace it, and maybe even enjoy it! Erin Gallimore believes that teaching her son to love all seasons and all weather, starts with her. You’ll be making a winter bucket list after this episode!! Erin was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and she currently lives in Tacoma, Washington. A foster mom for 6 years, she is now mom to her one and only biological son, Graham. Erin and her husband bo...
Ep. 91 Taking Your Kids Skating for the First Time
October 25, 2022 05:30 - 16 minutes - 22.3 MBEmbracing winter. Enjoying winter. That is our theme this winter. One way we embrace winter is taking our kids out skating. Today we discuss what we did to take our toddlers skating for the first time last year. Our Skating Comfort Level: Adrianna was a competitive speed skater, and taught that! Adrianna’s husband coached hockey growing up Lauren’s husband is a professional hockey player Lauren can’t stop on skates… What We Did: We chose outdoor locations - the mountain...
Ep. 90 When The Going Gets Tough, Get Outside
October 18, 2022 05:30 - 11 minutes - 16.4 MBAdrianna Skori had quite the postpartum this time around. What was an “easier birth” and postpartum initially, turned into illness upon illness upon illness. Yet she always found peace in the outdoors, even if it was walking around the hospital. Some Ways She Let Nature Reset Her: Walking around the hospital Allowing visitation between Turner and Nash (brothers) via the playground Sitting by window in hospital and taking in sunrise and sunset Playing in the backyard Nature ...
Ep. 89 Living on Wheels as a Family of 7 with Anna Roberts
October 11, 2022 05:30 - 28 minutes - 39.4 MBThe Roberts are a family of 7 who lives in a 40-foot school bus that they converted themselves, travelling all over the USA! Learn the pros and cons of living in such close quarters where adventure is a daily endeavour, with Anna Roberts! Now, the question is, will they travel by boat next?! Fun Facts About the Roberts: At the time of recording, they had visited 32 of the 50 states, and 36 of the 63 national parks Kids range from age 18-months to 12-years-old They keep track of th...
Ep. 88 Rattlesnake Safety with Brighton Peachy
October 04, 2022 05:30 - 25 minutes - 35 MBWe hope you can all avoid rattlesnake bites, and Brighton Peachy has tips for that, but in case you or anyone you know ever gets bit by a rattlesnake, we want you to know all the steps to take. Today’s episode is very important! The more you know, the better prepared you can be. Brighton Peachy, is a Wilderness EMT & a mom of 3 little boys (ages 5,4, and 1). Her family loves getting outdoors through climbing, backpacking, & mountain biking. They recently converted a van that they lived ...
Ep. 87 Less Waste & More Earth Love with Launne Kolla
September 27, 2022 05:30 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBRaise your hand if you care about our planet! Launne Kolla says she is not perfect, and none of us should expect to be, but trying our best with the knowledge we have can make our earth a little bit greener. Launne graciously does all the hard research for us, to make our gentle footprint a little bit easier to navigate. Back on episode 64, we met Launne, when we talked all things birding and bird watching. Not only is Launne a Wildlife Biologist for EDI Environmental Dynamics, where s...
Ep. 86 Getting Babies Outside (in the Womb) with Supriya Rajaraman
September 20, 2022 05:00 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBGetting babies outside starts in the womb! Supriya Rajaraman grew up in India, and has now been living in Canada for the last 10 years. She feels like she is breaking barriers in her family and culture by exploring the outdoors, especially while pregnant, and now with her little explorer. Supriya, along with spouse Karthik, and baby explorer, Tanish, who is 9-months old, love exploring the outdoors together. Keeping it simple, and starting with neighbourhood walks at just 5-days old wit...
Ep. 85 Neurological Benefits of the Outdoors with Itzel Fernández Camacho, M.D.
September 13, 2022 06:00 - 28 minutes - 39.5 MBWe know the outdoors feels good, but did you know it's actually wiring and re-wiring our brains too? Itzel Fernandez Camacho, M.D. is here to tell us all about it! Itzel Fernandez Camacho is a mom of two, a lifelong learner, and M.D. She previously worked in pediatric rehabilitation, and she considers the outdoors to be the perfect environment to stimulate gross and fine motor skills, coordination, and sees nature as a sensory playground where children have endless opportunities to impro...
Ep. 84 Breastfeeding and Bottle-Feeding on the Trail
September 06, 2022 06:21 - 20 minutes - 28.6 MBOne thing that can be overwhelming for adventure families is how to feed their babies on the adventure. We hope that by sending some ideas out there, we will inspire you to get out and try it - because actively doing it will help you find what works best for your family! Tips for all: Feed in the car before/after adventure Have more than you think you need when it comes to snacks, always! Life-long lesson Have something for older kids/toddlers to keep them close: Nature journal, ...
Ep. 83 Solo Parenting on Adventures with Kirsty Pardede
August 30, 2022 06:13 - 30 minutes - 42.5 MBKirsty Pardede calls herself a “can’t stay at home” stay at home mum to two wild kids, Arlo & Eia. 2 weeks after they moved to their new home, Bali, her husband started working away during the week. Learning a whole new way of life with kids was the hardest thing she’s ever done. What kept her happy was getting outside, and exploring their new island home. Get ready to hear many tips on how to solo parent on adventures with kids! Kirsty was born and raised in the West of Scotland, but c...
Ep. 82 Comparison is the Thief of Joy with Erika Bertin
August 23, 2022 06:00 - 27 minutes - 38.3 MBComparison is the thief of joy. Erika Bertin has felt this comparison and wants to send the message out to all adventure parents that it doesn’t have to be. When you see other people adventuring, try not to compare. Getting outside in the backyard, or the park, can be just as amazing as summiting a mountain for us and our kiddos! Erika is mama to two little explorers, plus 2 doggos. She is a wife, and lover of the outdoors. Her family loves hiking, cross country skiing, enjoying picnics...
Ep. 81 Travelling with Kids with Margaret Bradford
August 16, 2022 06:44 - 34 minutes - 47 MB“It’s not a hike, it’s a mission. It’s not a walk, it’s a quest. It’s not grocery shopping, it’s a scavenger hunt.” Margaret Bradford and her family have made life an adventure. Known as Our Family Flies, they share airport, plane, and destination tips, as they’ve seen their fair share of planes, trains, and automobiles!! Margaret Bradford is mama to two daughters, 4-year-old Farrah, and 18-month-old Eleanor. Based out of Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, along with her spouse Dustin, and thei...
Ep. 80 7 Tips for Getting Kids Outside with Jen Parkes
August 09, 2022 07:09 - 30 minutes - 42 MBThis one speaks for itself. How to get kids of all ages outside. Jen Parkes, a New Zealand Travel Writer and Photographer, has 7 tips for getting kids outside. Take a listen, because she may even surprise you with 3 bonus tips! Jen Parkes, along with husband, Ashley, and three children, Nathan 8, Kipton 6, and Emilia 4, loves to get outside and explore their beautiful home, in hopes to inspire others to travel and do the same! While Jen works full-time as a content creator, Ashley is a ...
Ep. 79 Finding Family-Friendly Trails with Jess Sproat
August 02, 2022 16:45 - 22 minutes - 31.5 MBHow do you choose a trail that is truly family-friendly? Jessica Sproat, co-founder of Trail Collectiv, is helping make that a whole lot easier! Learn how they are redefining trails and what it means to be outdoorsy! Jessica Sproat is an outdoor enthusiast, traveller, and explorer. She believes in the power of the outdoors, and is an advocate for access to nature for all. Jessica has a master's degree in Child Development, and works as a photographer, writer, and content creator. She is ...
Ep. 78 Outdoor Time Over Screen Time with Andrea Davis
July 26, 2022 05:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MB“Being screen free isn’t about counting minutes on a screen, it’s about choosing moments in real life.” We couldn’t agree more with Andrea Davis, the founder of Better Screen Time. She addresses the benefits of limiting tech, gives ideas for family tech-plans, and shares how we can show healthy screen use as parents! Andrea Davis is a former Secondary Ed Teacher turned Screen-Time-Navigator. She is the founder of Better Screen Time, where she shares family-tested ideas from the (tech) t...
Ep. 77 Sharing Your Passions with Your Kids
July 19, 2022 05:00 - 11 minutes - 15.9 MBNot only is it a beautiful thing to share our passions with our children, but it’s such a treat to see that mutual love shine through in them. If you’re not comfortable in the outdoors, what are some ways you can share an outdoor passion while learning and gaining confidence yourself? That’s what we are here to talk about today! Tips to Gain Confidence in Sharing Your Passions (or New Passions): Start Small (practice indoors) Join in with someone who is more of an expert (or commun...
Ep. 76 Losing it All in a House Fire, but Gaining More with Christina Sizemore
July 12, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.2 MBChristina Sizemore from Houston Texas, along with her husband and daughter, watched their house burn down in 2017. They lost it all! But, what they didn’t lose was each other and their instinct to be close to the earth! She says this tragic experience has reframed how they do and see life. Learn how losing it all can help you gain so much more. About Their Experience: The fire started from a candle that lit window shades on fire and spread Husband climbed out bedroom window. Was slee...
Ep. 75 How People Without Kids Can Support Families in the Outdoors
July 05, 2022 05:00 - 10 minutes - 14.6 MBThis has been a topic we’ve been asked about in our community more than a few times - How can people without kids support families in the outdoors? What a beautiful question to ask! We can’t wait to share some ideas. How to Support Families in the Outdoors: Be patient in witnessing (tantrums, slow pace; offer words of encouragement and kindness) & avoid comments that sting Find a friend that could use a helping hand; let them know you’re willing to come along Join a community wi...
Ep. 74 Minimalism, Because Nature is All We Need with Jase & Kate Kelly
June 28, 2022 05:00 - 42 minutes - 58.2 MBWhen you live on an ultra-remote island, you can’t simply click “buy now” and have something arrive at your doorstep within 24 hours. The Kellys know this from their life on Uepi, in the Soloman Islands. Not only is their lifestyle very minimalist because of necessity, but also because of intention for a life with meaning in the outdoors, and a love for the planet. They have some amazing takeaways on how to live a life with less stuff and more nature! The Kellys run an ethical tourist r...
Ep. 73 Taking Your Kids’ Lead [Indoors & Outdoors] with Brittany Williams
June 21, 2022 05:00 - 24 minutes - 33.3 MBLet them lead! Children often get told where to be, what to do (and not do), and sometimes even how to feel for a good chunk of their days. Watching, listening, and understanding your children or the children you care for, and allowing them to lead, will create wonderful memories and fun adventures. So, where should we start? In episode 37, you got to meet Brittany Williams, who is from Knoxville, Tennessee. She has worked in Early Childhood Education for nearly 12 years. She could talk...
Ep. 72 Keeping Kids Moving on the Trail
June 14, 2022 05:00 - 21 minutes - 29.9 MB“Keep on going.” “Come on.” “Pick up those feet.” “Look forward.” How many of these lines are repeated over and over again on the trail, or anywhere really? We don’t want every step to feel like drudgery; we want each step to be a “we can do hard things” moment! Today we discuss some things you can do with toddlers and all-aged kids to make hiking fun, while still getting them moving forward! Toddlers: Choose a do-able adventure End on a high note (if you can) Start or finish in t...
Ep. 71 Sweet Sleep While Family Camping with Tara Sliwkanich
June 07, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBIs figuring out sleep arrangements for a whole family keeping you from diving into camping? Have you camped with kids, but sleeping was a disaster? Or, do you simply need to upgrade your sleep plan for tent time? Today, Tara Sliwkanich, who calls her family casual campers, gives so many helpful tips to let go of sleep expectations, but still be prepared for it all! Her last episode – Episode 47, How To Enjoy a Road Trip: https://kidswhoexplore.com/podcasts/ep-47-how-to-enjoy-a-road-trip...