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American Camp Association: Camps Can Operate Safely
A new American Camp Association (ACA) study of 486 camps that served 90,000 campers reports that only 30 campers had confirmed COVID-19 cases in 2020. This is a direct result of the summer camp industry’s focus on developing leading-edge child safety standards...
Local Family Friendly Hikes
By Toni Smith Sometimes I forget what a beautiful place Arizona is, but I always remember when I go hiking. For example, no matter how many times you see a saguaro, you can’t deny that they look absolutely majestic. But if you’re a kid, a saguaro is the perfect spot...
A Day for Mom
By Kimberly Blaker “I realized when you look at your mother, you are looking at the purest love you will ever know.” —Mitch Albom The role of mothers in shaping their daughters' and sons' lives is unsurpassed. Mothers teach us to love, be strong, be confident,...
Go Outside and Play!
by Christa Melnyk Hines Today’s kids typically spend several hours a day immersed in low-sensory, pixelated landscapes rather than outdoors playing in the mud, climbing trees, examining bugs, rolling down hills or making up games. Consequently, kids are less...
Volunteer Opportunities for Nature Lovers
Nature + Volunteering = Opportunity By Sandi Schwartz Both volunteer work and spending time in nature have been scientifically proven to increase happiness and improve mood, so why not combine these ideas by participating in outdoor community service projects as...
