WILD CHILD: Do you know how to have fun in cooler weather?

Are you wondering what outdoor play in autumn and winter will look like? Tandy shares about wet weather clothing.

Wild Child: It's okay to be uncomfortable

Read as Tandy shares about the joy of embracing just a little discomfort.

Blog, family, parenting, play, Wild ChildNT MortonAugust 15, 2022wild child, Wild Wednesday, puddles, Child-led

Wild Child: Wild Poses in the Woods (Medway Valley)

Tandy and Katie have been visiting our Environmentally Significant Areas and taking pictures. This week the visited the Northern section of the Medway Valley Heritage Forest.

Wild Child: Wild Poses in the Woods (Sifton Bog)

Tandy and Katie have been visiting our Environmentally Significant Areas and taking pictures.

Wild Child: Embracing the Short Adventure

Is a 15 minute adventure outside really worth it? Tandy shares about the fun of heading outside for short adventures.

Blog, family, play, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonJuly 25, 2022fresh air, motivation, outdoors, outside, play, adventure, short adventure

Wild Child: Spend A Week Outside (Pottersburg Valley and Kiwanis Park)

Can you spend some time outside everyday this week? Tandy challenges you to explore the Pottersburg Valley and Kiwanis Park this week and shares some activities to keep you smiling.

WILD CHILD: Nature Connection

Spending time outdoors is easier than you think and the benefits build up quickly. Can you spend just 10 minutes outside a day?

Wild Child: Explore a natural space (Medway Valley)

Looking for fun outdoor activities to start the summer. Check out this list of ideas for exploring a local ESA.

ESA Challenge, family, play, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonJuly 4, 2022summer, scavenger hunt, outdoor play, ESA, forest, summer acitivities

WILD CHILD: What bites, stings or itches?

We often get questions about which plants and creatures in London are dangerous. Read on as Tandy shares the good news that staying safe is very easy in our area.

Blog, safety, summer, teaching, Wild ChildNT MortonJune 6, 2022Wild Child, outdoor play, bites, plants

WILD CHILD: Encouraging Kindness in Nature

Tandy shares some of the strategies she uses with children to encourage thoughtful and careful interactions with nature.

Wild Child Weekend Outside Challenge

This weekend spend some time outside and try geocaching.

Wild ChildNT MortonMay 27, 2022Wild Child, Wild Child Weekend Outside Challenge

Join us to learn about Ticks & Mosquitos

Join Wild Child Outdoor Playgroup and the MLHU to learn about ticks and mosquitos.

Blog, parent education, play, safety, spring, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonMay 24, 2022wild child, ticks, mosquitos, vector borne diseases, mlhu

Wild Child: Smart Habits for outdoor exploration

Some tips for staying safe and having fun outside as the weather warms up.

Blog, family, play, safety, spring, summer, Wild ChildNT MortonMay 18, 2022wild child, summer, ticks, forest safety

WILD CHILD: I Spy Wild Geranium

Have you seen little little purple flowers popping up in the forest this week? Read about Wild Geraniums.

Wild Child: Tree Swallows

Have you noticed a blue backed, white bellied bird flitting around the ponds on your adventures? Maybe you spotted a tree swallow. Read to learn more about these interesting birds.

WILD CHILD: To Pick or Not To Pick

Is it okay to pick the early spring plants that are popping up in the forest? Tandy shares some considerations that will help you decide.

Blog, ParentConnect, parenting, play, Wild ChildChildreachMay 10, 2022spring, conservation, foraging

WILD CHILD: I Spy Plantain

You may not have noticed this weed before, but plantain is probably sitting in the nearest patch of grass. Read a Tandy shares about this useful plant.

Blog, Wild ChildNT MortonApril 26, 2022environmental stewardship, forest, grow, learn, ontario, plants, play, tdfef, wild child, Wild Child I Spy, wildlife

Wild Wednesday: Bug Bites

Read as Tandy talks about bug bites and giving littles the tools to help themselves.

Blog, family, parenting, summer, teaching, Wild ChildNT MortonApril 26, 2022wild child, Wild Wednesday, parenting, capability, plants

Wild Child: Who's nest do I see?

Have you noticed a messy looking birds nest in unusual places such as porches? Read as Tandy shares some of the ways you can recognize a Robin’s nest.

Wild Child: Earth Day

This Earth Day take time to slow down, notice nature’s beauty, and be grateful. Read on for ideas to celebrate our precious planet.

Blog, play, safety, spring, teaching, Wild Child, stewardshipNT MortonApril 22, 2022wild child, earth day, london clean and green, play