Frost paintings and pinecones
We did two wonderful projects over this past week in our attempt to bring the outdoors indoors!
After our pinecone hunt for bird feeders we...
Holiday ice art
One year we celebrated Christmas in Norway, my home country. My parents were scratching their heads when my husband and daughter started to fill...
Make an Advent Calendar out of nature
I remember my childhood pre- Christmas time and my advent calendar. Now that I’m a mother myself, I love to create and carry-on traditions...
How to make an Ice Castle
While we are waiting for the light
It’s cold and freezing, maybe even borderline to be too cold to be outside. Some people take advantage...
Gift Guide to Polar Bear Kids
Our simple Holiday gift guide for outdoor kids. A little more in-depth gift guide is needed if you are really serious about your outdoor...
How to introduce skiing to kids as a parent: tips from a ski...
Orginally published in 2009 and edited in 2020.
By Mari Syverstad
When I was seven years old my parents took me on a trip to the...
Reflector hunt in the dark
One of the things that it seems to be a consensus on is that it can be hard to get outside this time of...
Gearing up for winter : Cross Country skiing
It’s starting to get colder outside and I’m starting to get excited about winter soon arriving. I’m making sure we have everything we need...
No bad weather, only bad clothing: 10 tips to dress for the weather
"This article was written in 2010 and it is one of our most popular post, my husband has since 2019 been three times in...
10 gifts for Active Kids
My gift list for Active Kids are based on practical items that encourage outdoor play and outdoor adventures. Especially if you and your family share...
