We know our kids spend too much time looking at screens. And the negative effects of all that screen time for kids—from decreasing their ability to concentrate to increasing their risk of type 2 diabetes—are well documented. So how do we help our kids unplug and do something we know is great for them instead? … Read More
benefits of outdoor acitivites getting kids outside kids and nature Limiting screen time Screen time Screen time for kidsCalifornia families are putting down their screens and saying hello to outdoor adventure instead. In a state that’s home to the tech capital of the country, getting kids in California off their computers is an everyday struggle for many parents. Plenty of kids come home right after school and jump on their screens until dinner. … Read More
Bay Area Outdoor Recreation benefits of outdoor activities California California Family Adventures getting kids outside Kids Camps Outdoor adventure summer campOne of the most incredible things about kids is their hardwired willingness to try new things. But as they approach their teens, that enviable disposition can sometimes be interrupted by feelings of self-consciousness or self-doubt. Avid4 Adventure awakens that innate try-new-things mentality, creating an environment that makes it comfortable and fun for kids of all … Read More
Avid4 Adventure Outdoor Adventure Camp benefits of outdoor activities Confidence building getting kids outside healthy families Healthy Kids kids and confidence kids outdoor activities outdoor skill building summer campThe photos on our website of kids engaging in incredible adventures might cause families to think Avid4 Adventure is only for super-athletic kids. The truth is, many of the kids that attend our camps every year start out very tentative about participating in those adventures. That was certainly the case for Madison, who, before camp, … Read More
Avid4 Adventure Outdoor Adventure Camp benefits of outdoor activities Confidence building getting kids outside kids and confidence outdoor skill buildingLike many families with young kids, we don’t have a lot of free time. So naturally, making an effort to get the kids outdoors is something we have to prioritize and schedule! Not only do we have fun getting outside together, but we’ve discovered that practice and repetition are necessary for our kids to master … Read More
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getting kids outside kids and nature kids outdoor activitiesHow do you empower kids? As a parent, I am always looking for ways to raise enthusiastic and empowered kids. I read parenting books and brainstorm with friends about different techniques to instill confidence in my children and help them gain the courage and strength to successfully surmount whatever curve balls are hurled at them … Read More
Avid4 Adventure Outdoor Adventure Camp benefits of outdoor activities camp preparation getting kids outside kids outdoor activities summer campSize matters Have you ever tried to ride your child’s bicycle? You feel a little like a clown, right? Your legs are scrunched and contorted, your knees hit the handlebars, and the seat . . . ouch! Even if we could, we wouldn’t want to use equipment made for kids, so why should we expect … Read More
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