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The Outside Is YoursHave you ever noticed that if your children or grandchildren are grouchy, you take them outdoors and they almost immediately relax and start to enjoy themselves? This is 'biophilia' - the theory that by nature, human beings are naturally drawn to nature and natural things. Whereas most of us grew up exploring our outdoor surroundings, today's kids are being …
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Camping at BestivalShell is a mum of two littlies Rocco and Valli, and lives on the Cornish coast. She's an instablogger and creates beautiful images and shares awesome products on her profile, @shellandthelittlies over at Instagram. So it seems some of you feel exactly the same as I did and think you’re not campers...well if I can do it you can!When friends and family heard we …
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Coping with Hot Weather CampingSiani DriverResident OLPRO writer, social media queen, and avid outdoors expert. Everyone loves a hot and sunny camping trip. So much better than a washout - but it still comes with its hazards. Sunstroke, warm beer, insects, and being too hot to sleep all get in the way of a good time. So what can you do? Make the most of natural shadeSteer clear …
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The mental health charity Mind recently commissioned a report which has shown that being outdoors, whether it be growing food, gardening or undertaking conservation work, has a hugely beneficial impact upon mental health. Camping is one of the best ways to get outdoors and have fun whilst easing mental stresses and strains.The Guardian says that ‘we are twice as likely to be e …
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This blog first appeared onJuggling On Rollerskatesand is written by Zoe Holland. Sleeps: up to 5 people in SallyPrice:from £65 / night low seasonLocation:Collection from Dymock, GloucestershireWanderlust Camper Cois an independent camper-van rental business owned by Annah and Andy Todman. Based in Dymock in a rural part of Gloucestershire the vans are in the perfect location t …
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This week's blog comes courtesy of Keefus Outdoors - see more here:I came up with the term “Microcamping” last year. This slightly watered down version of the “Microadventure” will be sure get your kids to love the outdoors.You may well have heard the term microadventure used over the last few years when talking about enjoying the outdoors. The phrase (if you haven’t) was coine …
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