There’s never been a better time to get outside. On one hand, the great outdoors are a salve — to our screen addiction, anxiety, (lack of) fitness, and boredom. On the other, nature reminds us that we’re on this rock together, a fragile space that couldn’t care less about polemics. But most practically, getting outside together brings us all closer. It gives families and friends shared experiences, memories, and opportunities to bond. In a very complicated world, it’s nice to have one answer to all that ails us: Go outside. |
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Teach Your Kids to “Read” The Ocean
From the time his boys were very young, renowned outdoor photographer, filmmaker, and surfer Chris Burkard began teaching them to “read” the ocean. Before one can safely swim and surf, says Burkard, they must learn to observe the ocean, preferably from an elevated perspective like a pier, cliff, or the top of a staircase. Even very small children can learn to spot groupings of birds and seals on the water. From there, the lesson moves on to watching how ocean water moves. Waves are the most obvious, but the wind’s effect on water can also be seen, as can the presence of a rip current — a strong, narrow current of water that appears like a river and flows strongly away from the shoreline. “The whole point is, before you touch and feel the water, you’re studying it with your eyes,” says Burkard. “It’s teaching them to be observant and not just rush out into the water.”
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Back in the day, summer meant playing outside from sunup to sundown. But these days, things look a little different, especially with the advent of tablets and streaming services. That’s why it’s so important to get creative when it comes to making memories in the backyard with your fam. Head to The Home Depot to stock up on grills, patio furniture, and more. Click below to get started.
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For your next family vacation, paddle to your own island, bike from inn to inn, or take a road trip through the most remote regions of the world. What’s stopping you?
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