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Shifting the Legacy of Black Americans in Nature

A personal journey of a Black woman rediscovering her connection to nature. This blog explores the history of Black Americans' relationship with the land, the healing power of nature, and the importance of creating an inclusive outdoor community for future generations.

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Kids in Nature: The Benefits of Camping on Children’s Health

One powerful way to counter the negative mental health effects of smartphone use is through immersive nature experiences like camping. Getting off their devices and out into green spaces provides young people with a chance to explore a new environment, learn or practice new skills, and engage with the world in a healthier, more holistic way.

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How to plan your first family camping trip

This guide is a step-by-step for planning your first camping trip, from naming your “why” to meal planning to packing your gear. Learn how to create a camping mini-retreat that you can repeat as often as you want (or need!) throughout the year.

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Camping as a Family: Reconnect and Unplug in Nature

Here are ways to make your trip easier and smoother from finding a campground to packing your gear to hanging out at camp. Family camping is a great way to reconnect with your loved ones and together experience the joys of the outdoors. Let us help you camp with confidence.

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The Health Benefits of Camping

Camping provides many health benefits, from better sleep to an increased sense of connection to ourselves, our loved ones, and nature itself. Outdoorithm provides the tools, resources, and community to get you camping!

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Camping Safety Tips for Kids

Embarking on a camping journey with children can be both exciting and a tad bit daunting. However, with the right knowledge and safeguards in place, the vast outdoors transforms into a boundless classroom of wonders and discovery for our children. Outdoorithm is here to help you and your family camp with confidence.

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Camping with Kids Checklist

Camping with kids requires a little more planning and packing than your average camping trip. Having a well-prepared checklist can make your experience smoother and more enjoyable. Let Outdoorithm help!

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Camping Activities for Kids

Camping is the perfect backdrop for adventurous play, wonder, and learning. While everything child needs is already there, sometimes kids might need a bit of inspiration to fully appreciate their surroundings. Here’s a list of fun and educational activities to help keep kids engaged during your next family camping trip.

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Meal Ideas for Camping with Kids

Keeping children well fed during camping trips is essential. Cooking at camp can feel challenging but with these meal ideas and some planning, you will be well on your way to tasty and filling meals that you and your kids will both enjoy.

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