Category: Outdoors

From “Boring” to “Best Day Ever”: Making Walks Magical for Kids

Ask a kid if they want to go for a walk, and the answer is almost always a resounding “no.” It’s not because they hate fresh air or moving their legs, but because, in their eyes, a walk has no real purpose. That’s the secret—don’t ask them to go on a walk. Instead, make the walk a side activity of something else. Turn it into an adventure, a game, or simply the means to an exciting destination.

Secret Tricks to Make the Walk Fun

Recently, I asked my own kids what would make a great hiking course for parents who struggle to get their children outdoors. Their response? “Teach parents how to make great sandwiches.”

And they’re right—it’s not about the hike; it’s about the experience, and, more importantly, the food. Kids will happily march through forests and fields if they know there’s an exciting snack break involved. Here’s how to make the walk something they look forward to:

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