The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

Reclaiming wonder in childhood, how children learn, the ripple effects of entrepreneurship, the beauty of motherhood, you are the expert on your child, ... and so much more! There are so many themes in this podcast episode with Ainsley Arment, founder of Wild + Free and author of The Call of the Wild + Free. Ainsley has been instrumental in fostering deep relationships all around the world through the Wild + Free movement. She has a way with words and an outlook on life and parenting that will touch your soul. You can learn more about Ainsley and Wild + Free here: https://www.bewildandfree.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Relationships are at the heart of all our success. Listen in as Dr. L. Carol Scott walks us through how children because self-aware through interaction with people and the environment and through play experiences during the ages of birth to seven.  And learn how we can implement "development do-overs" if we missed some of the key components.  Carol also discusses why it's important to take a step back when kids are trying new things since they are born learners and are naturally curious explorers. You can find Carol on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and on her website. And if you are interested in her free Bookette you can email her at carol@lcarolscott.com . https://mx.linkedin.com/in/dr-l-carol-scott-7b70429  https://www.facebook.com/Dr.L.CarolScott/  https://www.instagram.com/dr.l.carol/  www.lcarolscott.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting can be grueling - but often it is exhausting no matter whether we are inside or outside. Build your adventure muscles with Nichole Holze and learn right alongside your kids that you all can do hard things.  Nichole walks you through the ins and outs of finding the best places to adventure for your family at the stage of life you're in right now. She teaches you how to adventure responsibly and she reminds us all that the outdoors is such a balm to a soul that is struggling. Learn more about Nichole here: https://luckeywanderers.com/ Check out Nichole's Gumroad Shop here: https://luckeywanderers.com/gumroad-shop/  Or find Nichole on Instagram: @coleyraeh or by using the following hastags: #coleyraegardens #luckeywanderers #luckeymama #luckeyhomeschoolers   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Parenting is a journey, not a science. As we learn to trust our kids, we also learn to trust ourselves and our judgement.  This podcast episode is filled with beautiful wisdom from mom of seven, Jennifer Pepito. She walks us through the harrowing years of toddlerhood all the way through the even more harrowing years of young adults. Learn more about Jennifer Pepito here: https://www.thepeacefulpreschool.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

WTFF Wide, Thin, Flat, Flexible - This is what to look like in a shoe. We need to free our feet because our feet are the ultimate technolgy and by not allowing them to be used in the way that they are designed we put stress on other parts of our bodies, like our hips and and knees. The ground will stabalize your foot. The ground will mobilize your foot. Learn why you want to have as little between your foot and the ground as possible! You'll even learn a little about the history of shoes and why the majority of them look the way that they do. Learn more about Andy here: https://www.mountwaverleypodiatry.com.au/ And here: https://www.instagram.com/andybryant_podiatrist/?hl=en Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I read Alastair's book, Microadventures and then had the immense pleasure of speaking with him for an hour and we've already made some changes around our home due to his influence. We're trying to cook and eat outside more. We're searching out new places to go. We're thinking differently about our time.  Alastair is witty and endearing, and even more than that he'll remind you of what's out there and how the simplest of nature experiences will always be with us.  We will definitely be reading his other books!!   Learn more about Alastair here: https://alastairhumphreys.com/ Check out all 13 of his books here: https://www.amazon.com/Alastair-Humphreys/e/B002BLVABE/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1442249079&sr=1-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you ever heard of Forest Schools, but weren't really sure how they worked? Join me and Forest Kindergarten teacher, Lida Lawrence, as we explore how The Waldorf School of Baltimore transitioned nearly two years ago to full day, outdoor Forest Kindergarten. We discuss how primarily 'indoor' activities like art and reading, and even eating lunch, translate out-of-doors, and you'll get a glimpse of a typical day for Lida and her students.  The extra year of play-based learning in a setting like this, coupled with the delay in formal academics is truly a gift for these children.  You can learn more about the school at www.waldorfschoolofbaltimore.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stories, and storytelling, are such wonderful and even magical components of our lives - and especially the lives of our children. With the pressures to purchase toys to enhance development, we want to use the toys that nature provides us as well as toys that preserve the creativity of the child.  Drew Vernon, Marketing Director of Tonies, joins us to talk about how the stories we fall in love with in the early days and years of our lives transcend simple entertainment - they teach us about the world and about each other.  Join us as we talk about Drew's work with another iconic toy brand, and learn how his recent work at Tonies, with their tactile, screen-free Toniebox, is helping introduce pre-readers and developing readers to the wonders of narrative story telling.  When children can just 'listen' to a story versus 'seeing' it played out in front of them, it sparks the creativity in their brain and challenges them to bring the story to life all on their own, using their imagination.  You can get 15% off certain Tonies products with the code "toniepodcast" - certain restrictions do apply.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Depending on where you live, gardening season is either already here or it's right around the corner. Of all the gardening books I've come across and read, Sharon Lovejoy's stand alone as my all-time favorite - and especially Roots, Shoots, Buckets and Boots which is a beloved book by so many all around the world. Sharon joins us for a second time to help us kick off the gardening season with ideas of things to grow, practical tips, and the reminder that even a small victory like one pumpkin will bring more joy and delight than you can imagine. Use gardening as a tool to help your mental health and your physical health. You can garden in the city like Sharon does or in the country - it doesn't matter where you live. The things that you plant will create mini worlds and you'll experience so much reward!  My sincere gratitude to Sharon for joining us not one, but twice on the 1000 Hours Outside podcast. In our earlier episode (season 2, episode 15) we take an in-depth look at all the fantastic books Lovejoy has written over the years.  Purchase your copy of Roots, Shoots, Buckets and Boots here: https://amzn.to/2Rqm1sg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Run Wild My Child is your online destination for all things kid-friendly and outdoorsy and they have so many fun things coming up this spring and summer like a photography challenge, a camping challenge and even a nationwide treasure hunt! Learn about the fabulous resources that Run Wild My Child provides, hear about the team that founder Sara McCarty has built, and discover practical advice for all your family outdoor adventures.  Find more about Run Wild My Child Here: https://runwildmychild.com/ Register for the Treasure Hunt Here: https://runwildmychild.com/treasurehunt/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices