Spring can be sunny, cloudy, rainy, snowy, warm and cold (sometimes all in one day!) - here are some tips to dress for success at forest school this spring: Expect your child to be wet and muddy at pick up . Dress in clothes that can get dirty or stained. Some families find getting out of outerwear before getting into the car works best. Consider an extra set of outerwear at home - including boots. Having a back-up set for days when gear is still wet in the morning can be helpful, especially...

Dressing as the season turns colder can be tricky. It's the time of year ALL of our outerwear ends up out and on hand. Here are some of our top tips for dressing in cold weather: Check the HOURLY forecast the night before and in the morning. Dress for the coldest part of the day in layers so children can adjust as things warm up. We go by Environment Canada and there's a good app.  Avoid drafts . Tucking layers in as you go and wearing a hat or toque goes a long way. Make sure arms and legs...

At the end of September I attended the 2025 Breath of Fresh Air  Outdoor Play Summit at Wesley-Clover park in Ottawa. This conference is...