Last month, I saw a video that had a huge impact on me that it prompted me to write a blog post on childhood. More precisely, it was a blog post about keeping nature a part of childhood. Today, less than 10 % of kids are spending time in nature. That is alarming. When I think of my childhood, most of it was spent outdoors whenever possible. It really makes me sad to … [Read more...]
Hiking Trails on Manitoulin Island #woodsexplorer
Did you know that the Trans Canada Trail is the world's longest network of recreational trails? When fully connected, the Trail will stretch 23,000 kilometres (14,000 mi) from the Atlantic to the Pacific to the Arctic oceans. More than 16,800 kilometres (10,400 mi) of trail are currently usable, making it approximately 75% complete in 2014. Two hundred forty gaps totaling 6,200 … [Read more...]
1 Year Until Rio! #WannaPlayChat #RoadtoRio Twitter Party
Growing up, I recall the excitement of watching the Olympics. I was always amazed and inspired by the hard work, training and capabilities of the athletes who compete in the games. There was also the sense of unity and pride in one's country as we'd cheer on Canadian athletes. It only just dawned on me that the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics are just over a year … [Read more...]
Canadian Tire encourages families to get out and play #WannaPlayChat
Things have changed a lot since I was a kid. Back in the day (Ha! That makes me sound so ancient!), we used to play outside until it got dark out and our moms called us in for the evening. We rode our bicycles with our friends, ran through the sprinkler, played ball or street hockey. My brothers, cousins and their friends even built a skateboard ramp and they'd practice … [Read more...]
Ice Caves on Manitoulin Island
People often ask me what there is to do on Manitoulin Island in the Winter. True, many of the businesses are closed until tourist season starts again in May, but there's always something going on! If you're an outdoor enthusiast and love keeping active with your family, you have got to check out the ice features and ice caves on Manitoulin Island. Beware, as the … [Read more...]
Style & Comfort: Little Jill Yoga
Be active. Be bold. Be you. I love that motto by Jill Yoga! Their Little Jill Yoga line really does enable little girls to be all of those three things. We were recently introduced to the Little Jill Yoga line of clothing on the Jack and Jill Kids site and I have to say that my six year old daughter is in her element! The clothing is very well-made and super comfortable. … [Read more...]