The Closing Circle
Have you heard of a closing circle? If you teach wilderness skills, guide group hikes, or lead outdoor programs, then you probably have. You can use the closing circle … Continue Reading →
Category: Parent’s Corner
Sharing nature with children
Are you easily “amoosed”? (Humor)
I write this during Memorial Day Weekend, 2019. I hope you are able to get outside and enjoy nature during the holiday. That’s what I’m doing! So while I’m … Continue Reading →
Have a Bite while Camping! (Humor)
People aren’t the only ones who like camping…. Related Articles on NatureOutside Outhouse Cartoon (Humor) Are We There Yet? (Humor) Jogging from the Perspective of Animals (Comic) … Continue Reading →
Earth Day 2019 – Protect Our Species!
In nature, nothing exists alone. — Rachel Carson, 1962 I love traveling to different parts of the world to view wildlife. Our planet is far more interesting because … Continue Reading →
Free Entrance Days in Our National Parks 2019
Our National Parks are “America’s best idea.” Well here’s an even better one: Free Admission! Free Admission Every year, the National Parks Service offers free admission to all … Continue Reading →
Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening
2019 begins with the promise of an empty page, ready for us to write our stories. And our stories start with a momentous gift – the tale of blustery … Continue Reading →
Bushcraft Fun Fact: Daylight Saving Time Ends (Humor)
Our National Parks Service has a great sense of humor. This fun fact about Daylight Saving Time comes from the Midwest National Parks Facebook Account. It just strikes me as … Continue Reading →
Nature Halloween Costumes (Humor)
Halloween is fast approaching and many of us struggle with the dilemma of choosing a costume. National Parks Service to the rescue! Our friends at the National Park Service … Continue Reading →
Are We There Yet? (Humor)
Keep an eye out for up-and-coming cartoonist Brendan Leonard. Brendan is a writer, speaker, and adventurer. His blog semi-rad is a wonderful mix of his cartoons, essays, and humor. … Continue Reading →
There is No Poop Fairy! (Humor)
I saw this funny trail sign at Calero County Park in San Jose, California. I’ve mentioned this park before because it is home to the famous Bat Hotel. Calero … Continue Reading →