An afternoon trail run with my kids…. It doesn’t seem fair to call this a ‘typical’ trail run, simply because every trail run, especially with kids, is different–even if it takes place on the same trail. This clip, however, gives a decent peek at what a… Read More »Trail Running with Kids
I want my children to grow up knowing what it feels like to be wild and free. That’s one of the reasons why trail running is such a perfect family activity and sport for my family. My eight year old might says that trail running is… Read More »Trail Running Etiquette for Kids and Grownups
I often tell people that one of my favorite things about spending time in New York City–and I spend a lot of it there with my kids–is that everyday is a different day in the city. From the time you step out the front door… Read More »The Sweet Surprises of Trail Running with Children
My family spends a lot of time at the kitchen table. In fact, our family life seems to center around the table. The homeschooling. The gagging over having to try one itty bitty bite of lasagne. The blogging. The computer coding. The countless projects and… Read More »Less Table, More Trails: Why Getting Your Family on Trails Might be Healthier than Sitting Around the Dinner Table
Getting out on the trails with my kids rocks my world. Though I love spending time outside with them, I’m definitely not a fan of insects or spiders–including ticks. Depending on where you run or live, and the time of year, ticks may be a… Read More »How to Do a Tick Check After a Trail Run
It’s not always easy to find ‘real’ trail shoes for kids. That is, shoes that are designed for more than just playground use. Shoes that are built for mileage. Shoes that are rugged. Real trail running shoes that are built like shoes for grownups, but with… Read More »Who Makes ‘Real’ Trail Running Shoes for Kids