It is so hard to keep kids active and get them outdoors enough right now when their friends, recess and organized sports have all been taken away. Yet, the research on the importance of nature and the ...

Times are really tough for kids right now. Gone are all their options to play at recess, go to the playground, or even attend school altogether. Children can’t even have playdates with their friends ...

Do you recall a time in your childhood when you would play hopscotch with your friends? While this was a popular game to play outside in the 80s and 90s, most of today’s younger generation have no ...

Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Click to share on X (Opens in new window) X Preschool students perform a musical number on stage at one of the stations that is part of ...

Winter is a magical time of year when the world transforms into a winter wonderland. The cold weather brings opportunities for exciting outdoor activities that are both exhilarating and healthy. If ...

Now that temperatures have warmed up, parents everywhere are breathing a collective sigh of relief because we can finally escape the walls of our homes and get our kids playing outside. Whether you ...

Our winters in the Midwest can lead to a lot of cabin fever, but who says you can’t enjoy the outdoors during the colder months? With a little preparation and some creativity, your family will have a ...

Curling, ice skating and fishing are some of the activities families can enjoy when the annual Winter Fest makes its return to Pomps Pond in February. The Conservation Department and Recreation ...