Five Out-of-the-Box Athletic Activities for Kids

Ideas to get your kids moving to improve their physical and mental health During the COVID-19 pandemic, kids spent less time socializing and participating in physical activities and more time in front of electronic devices. As a result, they experienced new physical...

The Joy of Outdoor Play and Its Benefits for Children

“Red rover, red rover, send Sara on over.” My friend, Sara, dropped my hand, turned to me with a determined look, then ran full speed towards the line of kids across from us. Their hands gripped as tightly as they could in anticipation of her arrival. Sara was running...

Get Your Kids Outdoors This Summer!

Summer is a time to get outside, especially in the Michiana area where much of the year is spent indoors or outdoors with many layers of clothing. Our local communities are filled with beautiful parks, waterways, hiking trails, and more. Some children would spend...