Kids Fun Activities

Navigation for kids (Orienteering)

Tuesday, May 11th, 2010

Hi,

After the interest of the last post of orienteering for kids, I decided to add some more information about the subject of navigation for kids (orienteering for kids).

In order to start the activities of orienteering with your kids, you need to know some information about how to do orienteering. I think it is very easy and there are  lots of clubs around the world and even courses that will teach you a about the subject.

• Orienteering For the Young - very useful guide of the US Orienteering Federation, that will teach you the basic of  orienteering with kids.
• Ozone for kids – Very nice site of the British Orienteering  that will help you to understand in visual way the subject of  Orienteering for kids
• British Orienteering -  if you are british… it is for professional and not specially for kids 
• Orienteering Australia - for professional but you can find local clubs and events
• New Zealand Orienteering Federation – New Zealand
• Orienteering in Ireland – Ireland
• Canadian Orienteering Federation - Canada
• Orienteering Equipment store – Online store of orienteering equipment like Orienteering Compass

Orienteering for Kids

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Apple picking for kids

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

Apple picking is recommended activity for all family. Because apples are solid and it is easy to pick them, it is a very appropriate activity for children. Apple picking activity combines outdoor activity with health education (eating fruit, physical work, etc.). You can use the apples for making Fruit Salad Or even jam.
My advice is to pay attention in the appropriate season for picking apples events, and then plan it as an all the family activities.  Going with all the family will contribute to the family consolidation because of the shared experiences.
If the season not suitable for apple picking, you can try picking strawberries, cherries, grapes, etc..

So have fun with the healthy activity…

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Horse riding for kids

Monday, May 3rd, 2010

Horseback riding is an activity recommended for children. Children love animals and horses in particular. Horse riding is an appropriate activity for kids of different ages. Small children can ride ponies and older children on normal horses. Horseback riding is an excellent activity for children with disabilities and there are special courses for those kids. Horseback riding combines many benefits like physical exercise and enjoyment.

When you are looking for place to ride, it is important you choose a certified horseback riding club that strict on safety (authorized guide, helmet, etc.).
Have Fun…

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