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Natalie Peterson Gets Back to the Wild With Dye Creek Wildlife Rescue
The land and its critters are in Natalie Peterson’s blood. After all, when you are raised as a rancher’s daughter, you often feel like a wild critter yourself! On the […]
Helping Your Child Develop Independence
As a mom of kids ranging from 2 to 12, I realize how quickly time flies. I love watching them grow, try new things, and discover their passions. As a […]
Nurturing Young Entrepreneurs – June 5 Lemonade Day and Pennies on Purpose
I was just four years old when the health department (also known as Mom) shut down my first business, a door to door enterprise selling baggies of strawberries picked out […]
Skills Developed In Nature Serve Kids Throughout Life
Nature-centered play Last week my son, Kyle, turned 18 and I was moved to reflect on the childhood experiences that contributed to his development into a strong, self-motivated, openhearted young […]
Summer Camps & Classes
After a year when your kids have missed social time with friends, the good news is that summer camp — during the day — is making a comeback in the […]
Does Your Home Feel Imperfect? Congratulations!
When my husband suggested we move the old, blocky, wood veneer table from his bachelor condo to our shared home, I agreed, mainly because I assumed we’d replace it soon […]
Ableism: Recognizing and Preventing An Outdated, Harmful Belief
Most people are aware of the discrimination that disabled people face daily, but many don’t know that there’s a name for it — ableism. It comes in many forms, and […]
4 Things Foster Parents Want You to Know
According to recent statistics, more than 425,000 children are in foster care on any given day in the U.S. About half are eventually reunited with their families while one-fifth are […]
Mountain Biking – The Perfect Sport for Your Family
Do your family members enjoy the camaraderie of group sports or do they prefer the quiet of their individual pursuits? If you are like most families, you have members in […]
Why Gardening Makes Good Sense For Children
Tender moments emerge at Maagic Mountain Farms in Mt. Shasta. @maagicmtnfarm At Maagic Mountain Farm in Mt. Shasta parents, elders and children gather for a weekly gardening experience. @maagicmtnfarm Whole […]
What Children Can Learn From Gardening
Gardening creates bonds with children, community and nature Steven Bryan, Regional Director-South Siskiyou County, Siskiyou Community Collaborative, knows how important gardening can be to children. He says, “Gardening is a […]
The Red Barn – A Picturesque Wedding Venue in Los Molinos
The hay is in the barn” and for this generation of Patricks that means The Red Barn is primed and ready to host a full season of weddings. Ryan Patrick […]
