Check out this past article from City Weekly
It is sad to see our urban green spaces go unloved, especially in communities that have such potential to benefit and flourish from these areas.
Give some love to your neighborhood parks and gardens folks!!
http://www.cityweekly.net/utah/in-the-garden-of-irony/Content?oid=2284325
Tuesday, April 28, 2015
Backyard Scavenger Hunt
This simple activity takes only minutes to prepare and can entertain kids for hours.
Supplies:
List of items
Pencil
Clipboard
Bucket
An excited child
Take a minute to put together a simple list of plants, unique rocks, etc in your back yard. It can be anything from a leaf with a hole in it to a black ant.
Drawing pictures helps for kids still learning to read or for items they might not know the names of.
Add two spaces at the bottom for "extra credit." Give your child the freedom to pick out something of their own that they find unique or cool. It lets them explore on their own make their own choices.
Scavenge Away!
List of items
Pencil
Clipboard
Bucket
An excited child
Take a minute to put together a simple list of plants, unique rocks, etc in your back yard. It can be anything from a leaf with a hole in it to a black ant.
Drawing pictures helps for kids still learning to read or for items they might not know the names of.
Add two spaces at the bottom for "extra credit." Give your child the freedom to pick out something of their own that they find unique or cool. It lets them explore on their own make their own choices.
Scavenge Away!
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Backyard Camping
Want to get the kids outside but don't have enough time to plan a full-fledged camping trip? Try just camping out in the backyard! Here are so great ideas for games, meals and activities
http://www.parenting.com/article/14-ideas-for-camping-out-in-your-backyard
http://www.parenting.com/article/14-ideas-for-camping-out-in-your-backyard
Friday, April 24, 2015
Sunday, April 19, 2015
Free outdoor events!
Finding outdoor activities to do with the whole family can be hard to find and EXPENSIVE! Here is a list of some of our local (Salt Lake City) free outdoor activities!
1) Salt Lake City Parks and Birds
April 30, May 9
http://www.visitsaltlake.com/includes/calendar-of-events/Salt-Lake-City-Parks-and-Birds/21233/1148/
2) Great Salt Lake Bird Festival
April 20, 21
http://entertainment.sltrib.com/events/view/great_salt_lake_bird_festival
3) Little Naturalists 2014-2015: Story Time at Swaner
April 20, May 5
http://entertainment.sltrib.com/events/view/little_naturalists_2014_15_story_time_at_swaner
4) Check out the Spiral Jetty!
http://www.diaart.org/sites/main/spiraljetty
Friday, April 17, 2015
Camping Dinners EVERYONE Will Love
For many, the hardest part of camping is planning your food menu. Fear not! I have found some inexpensive meal ideas even the pickiest of eaters won't turn down!!
Remember, food preparation is the key. No one likes having to cook a full when they get into camp late or when you'd rather be spending time with the family.
I like to put out a variety of cheese, sour cream and other toppings and let the kids decorate their own bowl. Tortillas also make nice sides, and making the ol' chili burrito is awesome for kids who can't sit still and eat at the same time
2. Lemon-Herb Chicken:
Toss 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup chopped mixed
herbs and 3
tablespoons each olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl.
Divide among
4 foil packets. Grill over 3 medium-high heat, 12 minutes.
3. Camping Pizza
4. Banana Boats
Banana
Hersheys chocolate bar or chocolate chips
Marshmallows or mini marshmallows
Heavy duty aluminum foil
Remember, food preparation is the key. No one likes having to cook a full when they get into camp late or when you'd rather be spending time with the family.
1. Chili Never Fails
Prepping chili before you leave can be the easiest camping meal out there. Use your favorite recipe, and then transfer into a tupperwear or ziploc bags. Freeze. Don't worry grandma's famous chili recipe will stay good for your week long camping trip to Tahoe.I like to put out a variety of cheese, sour cream and other toppings and let the kids decorate their own bowl. Tortillas also make nice sides, and making the ol' chili burrito is awesome for kids who can't sit still and eat at the same time
Toss 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, 1/4 cup chopped mixed
herbs and 3
tablespoons each olive oil and lemon juice in a bowl.
Divide among
4 foil packets. Grill over 3 medium-high heat, 12 minutes.
3. Camping Pizza
1 store bought or homemade pizza dough
1 8oz can pizza sauce (or 8oz pasta sauce)
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1/2 package of turkey pepperoni (less greasy and healthier)
sauteed veggies of your choice - optional (sauteing the veggies will keep the moisture out when cooking on the grill)
1 Tbsp dried basil
Roll out pizza dough to form a rectangle. Spread pizza sauce over top of dough leaving 1 inch space on edges. Top with 1 cup cheese, and additional toppings and remainder of 1 cup cheese, add basil. Roll pizza up to form a log and tuck edges in. Wrap in thick foil. Place in freezer until ready for camping trip. Place in cooler until almost thawed during your trip. Place pizza log, still in its foil on hot grill or fire pit. Cook for about 10-15 minutes flipping over and cook an additional 10-15 minutes. Slice pizza for family & friends. Enjoy!
1 8oz can pizza sauce (or 8oz pasta sauce)
2 cups mozzarella cheese
1/2 package of turkey pepperoni (less greasy and healthier)
sauteed veggies of your choice - optional (sauteing the veggies will keep the moisture out when cooking on the grill)
1 Tbsp dried basil
Roll out pizza dough to form a rectangle. Spread pizza sauce over top of dough leaving 1 inch space on edges. Top with 1 cup cheese, and additional toppings and remainder of 1 cup cheese, add basil. Roll pizza up to form a log and tuck edges in. Wrap in thick foil. Place in freezer until ready for camping trip. Place in cooler until almost thawed during your trip. Place pizza log, still in its foil on hot grill or fire pit. Cook for about 10-15 minutes flipping over and cook an additional 10-15 minutes. Slice pizza for family & friends. Enjoy!
-You can also bring pizza toppings and let the kids design their own
-Pitas can be used as a crust for a quick camp dinner as well!
And most importantly..... dessert
4. Banana BoatsBanana
Hersheys chocolate bar or chocolate chips
Marshmallows or mini marshmallows
Heavy duty aluminum foil
Cut your banana down the middle. Leave it in the peal. Stuff with chocolate and marshmallows. Wrap in aluminum foil and place in hot coals for about 5-10 minutes. Turn and rotate often.
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