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December 5, 2013 At the Park

It’s cold in California! Now let’s go play outside…

I’ve noticed a funny thing here in California (at least in the Bay Area).  When the temperature drops below 60F,

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April 29, 2013 At the Park

Weekend: Into the Forest

I hope everyone had a great weekend!  It was gorgeous here in the San Francisco Bay Area… perfect for a

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April 21, 2013 At Home / At the Park / Family Nature Tips

Three Classic Backyard Games: Fun For Kids and Adults

It can be tough to find outdoor games that are truly fun for both children and adults.  Here are three

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February 27, 2013 At the Park / Quick Activities

Outdoor Fun: Read a Book

The pleasure of a new book from the library… Book Bench, Dublin Library Photo taken February 26th, 2013

January 22, 2013 At the Park / Parks

How many of you remember these?

Photos taken January 21st, 2013 Hap Magee Ranch Park, Danville, California

January 16, 2013 At the Park / Parks

Play: Shannon Park, Dublin

Kids thrive when given free playtime outdoors after a day of school… Photos taken January 15th, 2013 Shannon Park, Dublin,

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January 9, 2013 At Home / At the Park

Outdoor Play: Lightsaber Battle

My son asked for one thing from Santa this year… a lightsaber.  A blue lightsaber, to be exact, so he

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January 4, 2013 At the Park / Cycling with Kids

He Rides, I Run

I started running three years ago in order to keep up with my son.  I wish I were faster!! How

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December 24, 2012 At the Park / Museums

Burning holiday energy…

Oh, my, is my five-year-old excited about Christmas tomorrow.  He can’t sit still, and he’s been acting super whacky.  It’s

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November 28, 2012 At the Park / Parks

Building Forts! Adventure Playground, Berkeley

The Adventure Playground in Berkeley… the only place I know in the San Francisco Bay Area where kids are encouraged

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November 14, 2012 At the Park / Cycling with Kids

BMX Fun, Memorial Park, San Ramon

A favorite after school activity… playing with friends at the local BMX park! Memorial Park, San Ramon, CA

October 2, 2012 At the Park

Too hot…

We met friends this afternoon for playtime at Alamo Creek Park in Dublin, but it was way too hot to

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September 23, 2012 At the Park / Parks

Scrambling: Fun on the Rocks

I wish more city parks had rock structures like these for kids to scramble on.  The following photos were taken

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September 11, 2012 At the Park / Nature Play

Go Climb a Tree

We’re lucky to have a couple parks nearby that have great trees for climbing.  The kids are drawn as much

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September 7, 2012 At the Park / Parks

Climbing the Wall…

An awesome way to burn some kid energy is to head out for some  rock climbing… park style. For a

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July 29, 2012 At the Park / Beaches / Photos / Point Reyes

Simple Outdoor Play: Frisbee!

Frisbee…  such an inexpensive, simple game, and so easy to play anywhere!  Fun!! Photos taken at Drakes Beach, July 26th,

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July 15, 2012 At the Park

Simple Park Play… Just Swing

Kolb Park, Dublin, California

July 11, 2012 At the Park / Nature Play / Parks

Hide and Seek!

What child could resist playing hide and seek in this redwood forest? Can you find them? At Roberts Regional Park,

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May 23, 2012 At the Park / Parks / Water Play

Ten Fun East Bay Parks with Free Water Play Features

The weather is warming up, so  it’s time to find fun outdoor activities for the kids that incorporate water play. 

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May 2, 2012 At the Park

More Scooter Fun at the Skate Park, Emerald Glen, Dublin

My son is now obsessed with riding his scooter at skate parks.  He asks to go every day!  And it’s

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April 28, 2012 At the Park / Parks

Scooters at the Skate Park (Val Vista, Pleasanton)

Simple park play… ride scooters at the skate park! We like to go when the park is quiet, when the

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April 16, 2012 At Home / At the Park / Hiking with Kids / Nature Walks / Outdoor Education / Quick Activities

Take a “Signs of Spring” Walk

The wildflowers are starting to bloom, new leaves are growing on the tips of branches, gardens are beginning to sprout… 

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April 15, 2012 At the Park / Quick Activities

Simple Outdoor Play: Go to the Park

Need a bit of healthy, energy-expending outdoor time for your child(ren), but not sure what to do? Keep it simple.

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March 21, 2012 At the Park / Parks

Outdoor Climbing Walls

Climbing has become a new passion for my son in recent weeks. I signed him up for some classes at

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Emerald Glen Park, Dublin
March 6, 2012 At the Park / Parks

Rock Climbing: At the Park

When we feel the need for a touch of Yosemite, but can’t get away for the weekend, we head, believe

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February 22, 2012 At Home / At the Park / Benefits of Outdoor Play / Family Nature Tips / Nature Walks / Quick Activities

Outside Play, Every Day

Getting outside every day is a necessity for me, both for my physical and emotional health.  I begin to feel

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