Photo: CC mariachily While dissecting the things I did online I realized a few things: I always searched for videos and blogs about female climbers; I looked to them for inspiration to train harder; and I found it annoying that there was so little in this realm to watch or read. Some time earlier I had started a Facebook page devoted to sharing bits of information, …
Help your kids have a safe summer by following these tips from the Mary Bridge Center for Childhood Safety.
Canadians are no strangers to the great outdoors. It’s been reported that more than 9.1 million Canadian households have at least one person who camps at least occasionally and it’s a number …
A program for teen boys that began in Paulding has gained enough popularity to spread to five states without activities that involve video games or Smart Phones.
Do-It-Yourself roller skating class packages for individuals, leagues and facilities interested in teaching people to skate, improving their fitness, and learning basic derby skills in a safe and fun way.
A ballerina is a girl who floats around a stage wearing a white tutu looking pretty. How can that effort compare to an athlete? Well, I beg to differ.
Residential centres have given generations of schoolchildren a taste of outdoor life, but more are set to close this year.
Taking your class outside without a plan can lead to things going awry. Add these activities to your lesson plans and you will breathe fresh air in no time.
Planning to send your child to an overnight camp? Read advice on how to support your child’s mental well-being and make new experiences work for them.
Elizabeth Dodgson explains how the Alexander Technique can help triathletes get faster, perform more efficiently and reduce the likelihood of injury
Hiking is one of those outdoor activities that is perfect, fun exercise for almost everyone. Hikers can enjoy many different settings and the benefits of fresh air, natural wonders, and physical activity. My girls and I started hiking when they were babies, and these tips ensure every hike is a big adventure for little feet<br>1. Choose a Scenic Hike<br>When there is nothing to see except trees or rocks, your kids will get bored. I recommend you choose a scenic hike with…
Perfectionism is extremely common in the dance world, because dancers hold themselves to terrifically high standards. It's easy to get a lit
Warmer weather is just around the corner, and with it comes a light at the end of a hibernation tunnel for many dance organizations: a chance to perform again. While social distancing and mask-wearing remain essential to gathering safely, the great outdoors has become an often-preferred performance
Tennis is a year-round sport, but the difference between indoor and outdoor play can affect your performance in a big way. “A lot of people go into hibernation mode in the winter and then come out …
Figure skating offers some tips for success in all sports. These recommendations could help athletes stay healthy and perform at top levels.
Disgraced chess grandmaster Igors Rausis, who was banned from tournaments for six years after he was caught cheating by using a phone while sitting on a toilet, has been spotted competing under a new name
Winter limits the amount of outdoor activities, but that doesn't mean you can't create new ones. Finnish writer and energy expert Janne Käpylehto created an entertaining ice carousel in Lohja, Finland and it went viral on the internet. Janne cut a circle on a frozen lake with a chainsaw and later used a solar-powered outboard motor to make it spin.
A study recently released by the Girl Scout Research Institute, More Than S'mores , affirms the overwhelming benefits of outdoor experience...
We live in the age of instant access. It’s truly amazing the amount of information (in multiple formats!) that you can access with just your smart phone! And for Girl Scout volunteers, itR…
Have you ever wondered what the toughest outdoor sport is? Outside magazine did and put that question to some experts to find out. The re...
Four good reasons why you should add sled drills to your athletic training regimen.