Fun Activities for the Whole Family
Guest Post by: Jenny Miller
In a world consumed by social media and various forms of technology, more children, teens, and adults are displaying signs of nature-deficit disorder (NDD) — a term that describes the consequences of spending too little time outdoors and much of our lives cooped inside our homes. To get more families outside and prevent NDD from occurring, we’ve put together a list of the following resources and outdoor activities for children and adults alike!
Learn Something New in Your Own Backyard
- Backyard Fun: 10 Exciting Activities to Do with Children
- Springtime Learning: 9 Great Educational Activities to Do Outdoors
- Under the Stars: Try a Night of Stargazing
- Get to Know Your Trees: Backyard Tree Identification Guide
Explore the State Where You Live
Plan a Camping Trip
- 6 Steps for Planning a Family Camping Trip
- Find a Campground Near You
- Teach Your Kids the Basics of Navigation
- 21 Camping Games for Families
Play a Sport
- Learn How to Teach Your Child to Play Golf
- Play a Fun Basketball Game with Your Kids
- Teach Your Kids the Right Way to Play Soccer
- Play Badminton as a Family
Now that you have some fun outdoor activities to enjoy with your children, it’s time to get your kids outside for a few hours of playtime — or maybe even a full weekend of outdoor fun and excitement. Whether you stargaze in your backyard or spend a weekend camping, you’ll teach your kids to appreciate the great outdoors while protecting them from nature-deficit disorder.