Category Archives: Sage Advice

Mom A Running

I am a runner.  I’m not fast or talented, or even an accomplished runner.  In fact, by some definitions, I’m just a jogger.  But it’s how I see myself. As a runner…and a mom. As a running mom I have … Continue reading

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Rules for…Sledding?

What could be more exciting to a kid than fresh snow and a sled? Skiing has been around for 7000 years, so sledding must be even older. I wouldn’t be surprised if archaeologists find a painting of a kid on … Continue reading

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Music Motivator?

We’ve been there.  Gauging your children’s endurance levels can be one of the most difficult tasks as a parent. Push them too hard and it can leave a permanent black mark on the outdoors. After all, nobody likes bonking. Yet, … Continue reading

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Climbing with Kids Part 2

Were’s kicking off the week with Part Two of Steve’s Climbing with Kids series. First off, this post contains absolutely no technical information that would take the place of actual climbing instruction and experience. Now, here are a few ideas … Continue reading

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Climbing with Kids Part 1

“Now if I was teaching a beginner how to climb, I’d set up a toprope on this slab over here and let them get used to the rope. Blah, blah, blah,” explained the guide to his two clients practicing their … Continue reading

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Easy Ways Kids Can Save the World: Lemonade Stand

SAVING THE WORLD. Notice I capitalized it to make it seem big. It actually might seem a bit less daunting to a child, than a been-around-the-block adult. Pull it together Dad. Mom, super heroes do it all the time. There … Continue reading

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Father Knows Least

Teaching has a skill set all its own. It is an art unto itself. Continue reading

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