Day Trips
Top 5 Tips for Hiking with Kids
September 08, 2009
Hiking with children is a great activity. Not only do you get to be together as a family with no distractions, you are also being physically active.
There are some key tips to make hiking with kids successful. Here are my top five tips:
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Hiking with Children
September 07, 2009
My husband and I really enjoy hiking. When we started our family it was easy to take the baby along for a hike. We purchased a MEC Happy Trails Child Carrier Backpack and we were off. We packed our first born in there and went everywhere. Festivals, farmer's markets, zoos and hikes were all accessible to us with her all comfortable in the back. In fact she rode in style until she was three years old. We had moved onto a Ergo carrier by that time for in the city events.
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What are Buskers Mommy?
August 10, 2009
This past weekend we took the kids down to the Halifax International Busker Festival. My five year old was quite curious and wanted to understand what a Busker does. A Busker is a street performer, when Busking, one is performing in a public place in order to receive tips. The Halifax International Busker Festival, provides a unique opportunity to witness live street theatre. With 44 performers on six stages from noon to 11 p.m. daily starting August 6-16, 2009 there is something for everyone.
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Beach Gear with Children
May 26, 2009
Since we are talking about beach trips I thought it would be a good idea to share with you a list of must have's at the beach with children. When we lived in California, my husband and I would pack everything and the kitchen sink, needing a wagon to cart it all to the beach and back. We only had one child at the time! Now that we are a little more experienced at parenting and heading to the beach we take a lot less and still have a fabulous time.
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Beach Tours
May 25, 2009
Every year we try out new beaches in Nova Scotia. My children are water babies, loving the sea, the sand and fun. There are so many awesome beaches in Nova Scotia to explore. Not only do we have the amazing ocean beaches, there are many great lakes perfect for children and families. A lot of places are easily accessible, close to the HRM, or an hour or so drive.
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99 Things To Do with Children in Halifax, NS
April 07, 2009
I have been attempting to tackle this massive, all-inclusive and fun list for months. There is so much to do in Halifax, NS with children! In fact now that I have completed the list, I can think of additional activities! What would you add to your list?
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New Places to Explore
March 26, 2009
There are a few new businesses that I have heard about through the grapevine that I thought I would share with you. Preschool and children specific services are always nice to have in the area. In fact I was surprised when we moved to Halifax there was not more kid specific places. Well it looks like I just needed to be a little more patient! I have not had the opportunity to check out these businesses first hand yet, but they are definitely on the To Do list!
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What's Up?
February 26, 2009
Looking to break those winter blues? Here are a few activities going on in and around Halifax this weekend to consider with your family. We saw Little Ray's Reptile Show last year at the Natural History Museum and it was fantastic! The kids were able to learn a lot and interact with many different reptiles!
Read more...February - A New Beginning
February 02, 2009
February the month of Love. It is also usually the beginning of later winter, early spring! The harshness of December and January fades, the snow melts and once again we can venture outdoors. I am so ready to celebrate that! So what is up and coming in Halifax for kids in February to keep that cozy, melting, warm thoughts going? Art Gallery of Nova Scotia The Art Read more...
99 Things Continued ...
January 27, 2009
Back in September I started a list of 99 things I want to experience with the children in Halifax . So far we have done some of the things listed. We attempted to go whale watching twice last summer. Both times we did not see any whales. My preschooler was so disappointed! We promised her another trip this coming summer and hopefully we will time it just right! We have went Read more...
The Best of the Best
December 30, 2008
Halifax has been part of the Savvy Source for Parents since September, and I have had a blast writing and researching topics. Now that the weather is cold and frightful at times, in the new year we will be focusing on winter activities to keep your preschooler active and your sanity. Looking back at the last few months a few favourite posts come to mind. My favourites appear to also be Read more...
5 best "day trips" within an hour
September 17, 2008
Being that we are in Canada, this is very much a seasonal topic. The 5 best day trips in Spring definitely differ from what to do in the summer, fall and winter months. Now that the leaves are beginning to change colours, the big kids are back in school and the weather is cooler, preschoolers have the opportunity to head out and explore before the snow falls. Shubenacadie Wildlife Park Read more...
Lions, tigers and bears, oh my!
September 15, 2008
We are very fortunate here in Halifax, NS. Not only do we have a large, bustling city full of museums, art galleries, heritage and classes, we also have access to many of the close by, surrounding rural communities. One of the many must see with your preschooler hot spots out in the country is the Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum . Located approximately 20 minutes from Metro Halifax (and on Read more...
More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in halifax
Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle
Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune
Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues
Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors
Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun
A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories
Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites
Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet
The Most Fun in Life Is Free!
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