Out There Kids
The Tag-Along Kid
I sincerely believe that for the child, and for the parent seeking to guide him, it is not half so important to know as to ...
Briana Loveall
April 2, 2024
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Words From an Outdoor Mother
We asked Amy McCaffree to share a few of her most memorable moments and tips from parenting in the outdoors. What was one of the ...
Amy McCaffree
February 11, 2024
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10 Years of Out There Kids
A never-ending parenting challenge is knowing, and then deciding, when to let go. Let go of little hands, because a child is strong enough to ...
Amy McCaffree
February 10, 2024
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Find Outdoor Time After School Hours
Transitioning from the freedom of summer to school is bittersweet, even with the positive benefits of a scheduled routine, return to youth sports, and other ...
Amy McCaffree
September 29, 2023
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5 Ideas to Motivate Teens to Love the Outdoors
My kids were toddlers when I pitched the idea of an “Outdoor Family” story to Out There’s publishers. That was nearly 10 years ago, and ...
Amy McCaffree
August 2, 2023
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Teach Your Kids Survival Skills
If you don’t know about the “I Survived” historical fiction book series by Lauren Tarshis, then your kids likely do. Popular with readers from 3rd ...
Amy McCaffree
May 30, 2023
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Get Ready for Summer Camp
Could this be the summer when your kid is ready for sleepaway camp? With the surge of interest in overnight programs, don’t delay registering. Last ...
Amy McCaffree
April 10, 2023
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Adventure Travel For Families
Start your family's adventure travel planning process with ideas and tips from Out There Kids' columnist Amy McCaffree.
Amy McCaffree
October 31, 2022
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How To Swim Safe At A Lake
From beginner to advanced swimmers and watersport recreationists, it's vital to know how to swim safe, especially in Northwest lakes.
Amy McCaffree
July 12, 2022
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