Kids Who Explore

When we are getting outdoors, whether it’s hiking, biking, fishing, camping, or any other nature adventure, it’s important to remember that we are visitors in the homes of the wildlife who roam there.     How much do you truly know about bears? Do you know how to avoid encounters? Do you know how to handle encounters you come across?    Thankfully, Kim Titchener, owner of Bear Safety & More, gives us a rundown of what to do to protect ourselves and our families in bear territory.    Some tips on the trail: -Keep children attended (do not let them run ahead) -Bear bells and music are not helpful -Use your voice regularly; more people are helpful for multiple tones of voices; the natural sounds of adventure, like branches cracking and footsteps is also helpful  -Have a communication device with you (ie. Garmin inReach) -Each adult should have a can of bear spray (and know how to use it)    Some tips before you hit the trail: -Let someone know where you’re going and when you’ll be back -Let someone know your vehicle type and license plate -Explore with ID on you    This episode also briefly touches on defensive versus non-defensive bear encounters, and how and when to safely back away, versus make yourself intimidating (and, of course, get your bear spray ready).    Links:  -Join the RecSafe with Wildlife Community for free today - www.bearsafety.com or www.recsafewithwildlife.com  -Scat Belt - Thank you for being a wonderful sponsor - www.scatbelt.com -Garmin inReach - https://buy.garmin.com/en-US/US/p/561269  Instagram Links: @bearconflicts @bearsafetyadventures @scatbelt

Are you struggling to get outside with the cold temperatures, snow, and ice? While some adventures might look like building a snowman in the backyard and others might look like snowshoeing in the backcountry, we have some tips and tricks to help making winter adventures with kids a little easier.  Layers -   -2 piece suits once kiddos are out of diapers is key! [Fun tip: A 5 Gallon Paint Bucket with Toilet Training Seat works great in the car]  -Base layer (wool or synthetics), mid-layer fleece, waterproof or water resistant outer layer (ie. MEC Bunting Suit)  -Neck warmer, toque/winter hat, waterproof boots, mittens/gloves  For on the trail -   -Ice cleats/crampons - for kids, use size XS and then tie on with a zip tie  -Snowshoes and poles  -Make sure to follow signage on adventures!   -Pack a sled!!  Links -   -MEC Bunting Suit - https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5034-350/Ursus-Bunting-Suit  -All Trails to Choose a Trail - https://www.alltrails.com  Also check the conditions in your area (https://albertaparks.ca for Alberta)  -Aiare Level 1 Course for Avalanche Safety - https://avtraining.org/aiare-level-1/  -Rockies Family Adventures for fun adventure ideas -http://www.rockiesfamilyadventures.com  Thank you to our producer, @kpmediaproductions. Thank you to @michaelferraro_music for their music.

Whether you want to be a homeschooler, you've somehow become a homeschooler during Covid-times, or you have zero interest in ever doing anything homeschool-related, this episode will show you how Jessica Human gets her three busy boys learning in nature. Plus, you'll want to hear the best spots to road trip and explore in Pennsylvania and Maryland, USA! Jessica Human: IG: @3.little.trees Thank you to our producer, @kpmediaproductions. Thank you to @michaelferraro_music for their music.

Layers, layers, layers – that’s a big takeaway from this episode. But, the Kids Who Explore Mamas will give you more details on how to layer your little ones whether you’re babywearing or pulling a sled. Ad featured B&Me –www.bookerandme.com– use discount code kidswhoexplore20 for 20% off from Feb 9-15, 2021.  Base layers – Great reference https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/underwear.html  Mec Bunting Fleece, Cindy referred to - https://www.mec.ca/en/product/5034-350/Ursus-Bunting-Suit Thank you to our producer, @kpmediaproductions. Thank you to @michaelFerrro_music for their music.

Adventures stop when you have kids, right? Wrong! They just get better!   In this episode, Adrianna Skori, Cindy Dowsett, and Lauren Rodych-Eberle talk about how their adventures have continued once growing their families, and how each of them have found ways to become kids again themselves, as they get out in nature.   Three moms who have joined forces to build-up Kids Who Explore and connect adventure families from all over the world, also discuss how they individually have worked on finding a balance between their work, their passions, and their families.    As discussed in the episode, here are links to:   Kids Who Explore: IG: @kidswhoexplore, also find us on YouTube and Facebook  Adrianna’s Adventures: IG: @adriannaadventures  Cindy’s Clinic IG: @springbankwellness and @cldowsett  Lauren’s Website IG: @laurenrodycheberle  Thank you to @kpmediaproductions for their podcast editing & @michaelferraro_music for their music.

Adrianna Skori, Cindy Dowsett, and Lauren Rodych-Eberle, the team behind Kids Who Explore, introduce their new podcast by sharing their first adventure experiences with their own kids!   Instagram: @kidswhoexplore Facebook: Kids Who Explore   Thank you to @kpmediaproductions and @michaelferraro_music