5 Outdoor Adventures To Have With Kids In Your Own Backyard

By: Nicki Odom THEBOHODIARIES.COM

Nicki Odom

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When you don't have access to a beach or giant park what do you do to "Adventure?"

I have to get very creative in the field of keeping the youngsters busy at home. So I crafted a few ways to have outdoor adventures with your little ones in your own backyard. Check Out The Tips -----> Tomatoes Veggies Onion Chili Cheese

Building With Sticks

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Nature-Inspired Art

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Scavenger Hunt

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Scavenger Hunt Ideas

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Sink Or Float

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Plant Their Own Seeds

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Thick Brush Stroke Getting outside is SO important to the success of our day. It takes crazy moods to happy ones by the change in scenery. Going on an adventure does not have to be some extravagant trip. When your children are at young ages, you can make almost anything a fun and exciting adventure.