Many people started homesteading because they had a desire to grow food without chemicals and raise livestock in a humane way. In the process, this way of life gives families many unforeseen benefits that develop their character. It may sound like a hard life, but raising kids on a homestead is incredibly rewarding and also easier than you might think. Raising Kids on a … [Read more...] about Raising Kids on a Homestead is Easier Than You Think
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Single Dad Camping Tips for a Successful Trip
Taking the kids camping can be daunting enough when you’ve got another adult on the trip to keep you sane. But as a single dad, camping with the kids by yourself can go downhill in a blink of an eye. When things go wrong while camping, it can get pretty miserable. If your tent is leaky, everyone is going to be pretty cranky after a cold and damp sleep. But it … [Read more...] about Single Dad Camping Tips for a Successful Trip
How To Teach Kids To Care For The Environment
Times have changed and so have our children. It's more important than ever to teach kids to care for the environment. You, like me, might have spent your childhood playing in the trees, running around your yard, swimming, and experiencing nature. It’s the reason why many of us have a love of nature and feel a sense of custodianship for it. This isn’t the case for most of our … [Read more...] about How To Teach Kids To Care For The Environment
Dad Podcast Interview: Fatherhood & The Origin Of Wilderdad
Last week, I got interviewed by the guys behind the dad podcast Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat. That's Mike Smith and Anthony Palmer, both dads, both very funny, and both doing very good work to support dads. There are a ton of dad podcasts out there, but this one is fantastic and I was really excited to talk to them. You can hear it here. Wake. Dad. Drink. Repeat. Dad Podcast … [Read more...] about Dad Podcast Interview: Fatherhood & The Origin Of Wilderdad
9 Smartphone Photo Hacks For Your Next Adventure
Looking for quick smartphone photo hacks that'll capture your next family adventure? Read on! Nothing says "family adventure time" more than heading into the outdoors and spending a few days answering the call of wild. Whether it's a hiking trip to the mountains, a tour of national parks, or a three-day camping trip in the forest, one thing's for sure: this is a vacation of … [Read more...] about 9 Smartphone Photo Hacks For Your Next Adventure