Birdwatching can be a fun way to get outdoors, get active and explore nature as a family. For beginners, simply hanging a birdfeeder outside your window is a great place to start. For those seeking an adventure, head out to a local trail, conservation area or nature preserve with a birdwatching guide and a pair of binoculars and see how many birds you can spot in the wild. Here are a few resources to get you started in your new hobby.
As we end the year and reflect on 2023, here are some tangible ways to get the entire family involved in lifting others up in this season of giving thanks.
Parents across the nation are looking for ways to have meaningful conversations with their children about the fight for racial equality. Here are a few ways to learn more about Black history and the significant contributions of the Black community in St. Louis.
When the mild temperatures of spring dissolve into the warm, humid days of a Missouri summer, the idea of running on a greenway, going for a spin on your bike or hiking your favorite dusty trail might seem a little less appealing. Before you resign to spending the dog days of summer parked on the sofa, however, why not turn your attention to a new outdoor activity? If you love the outdoors you’ve no doubt explored the region’s rivers and lakes by foot, by bike or perhaps even by horseback, but a growing trend is making it easier than ever for families to explore our waterways by canoes, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards and rafts.
Nestled within one of the most beautiful corridors of Missouri, along the Ozark National Scenic Riverway system, is one of Missouri’s most luxurious state parks. Close enough for a day trip, or perfect for a weekend away, this Missouri treasure is worth a visit.
There may be a recipe for microwave s'mores and an app that makes you feel as if you're staring at the stars, but nothing can beat the benefits of unplugging for awhile and going for a real adventure in the great outdoors.
Earth Day is a great opportunity to spark a conversation with your child about caring for our planet, and with numerous parks, gardens and natural areas, there are plenty of fun ways to continue that conversation throughout the year. Plan an outing to these St. Louis destinations, which are sure to inspire a lifelong love of nature in your child.
Each February the United States celebrates Black History Month to honor the achievements and contributions of Black Americans in our nation. Several museums, historic sites and upcoming events in the St. Louis area offer a great way for families to explore Black history, art and culture.
With its costumes, jokes, candy and fun, there's really no reason to contain all of your family's trick-or-treating to just one evening! There are plenty of opportunities to dress up and collect candy in the days leading up to Oct. 31. Here are some sweet spots for trick-or-treating in St. Louis, and they're all free events. So give those costumes a run for their money and hit the streets with your fairies, bumblebees, axe murderers and pirates in search of sugar-coated fun.