According to studies reported on the National Wildlife Federation’s website the nature of childhood has changed. There’s not a whole lot of nature in it. THE TRUTH IS: children spend half as much time outdoors as they did 20 years ago, children who play outside are more physically active, less aggressive and show better concentration, [...]
I was just reading a letter to the local paper from a concerned mother about her children’s welfare while they were out and about on their own in her North Vancouver neighbourhood and it really made me stop and think. It was not that she was overly concerned for their safety, it was that she [...]
There are so many compelling reasons to get your kids involved in charity events that include fitness, fun, music, friends and fundraising. For one- If you love to be outside and be active here’s a way to enjoy that with your kids. I am super excited for the day when I can go out for [...]
Late summer and early fall marks the return of 2 salmon species back to our waters: the Pink and the Coho. In conjunction with both events there are festivals and delicious BBQ’s for the whole family plus a gorgeous 14km run from Kitsilano to Ambleside in West Vancouver to mark the Coho Festival. With record [...]
Spring is Nature’s Way of Saying, “Let’s Party” -Robin Williams Ah Spring. How I’ve missed you. It’s been way, way too long since I’ve written here and I’m blaming it on Winter. Winter and I had a falling out and weren’t talking for awhile. I had nothing good to say about it and it wasn’t [...]
Listen… if it’s one thing I get it’s that time and energy are precious commodities when there’s a new addition to the family. What would make it easier to get outside with baby? What would get you connected again to your body…and your sanity? How about: *Great outdoor baby gear…yup *Other mums…you bet *Accessible programs [...]