Bear down...at the end of the driveway!? On the Ground Parenting this week goes Outdoors At Night! Sandy, Sam, and Kelly explore the unique experience of getting outdoors after dark. I read that bears are attracted to the smell of people who don't subscribe to our podcast...just saying.

They dive into the anxiety associated with nighttime, from spooky sounds to a fear of bears. The hosts offer books like "Just a Walk" and "Wake Up Night" and practical advice to help both children - and parents! - get over their fears.

The episode provides actionable ideas for making night exploration fun and safe, from using flashlights and laying on a trampoline to stargaze to the appeal of food cooked over a fire. The hosts discuss the importance of involving children in the cooking process, building patience and providing opportunities for important safety conversations. They close with a reminder that these nighttime adventures create lasting memories and build a strong relationship with the outdoors.

In This Episode

[01:01] Books that help with worries about getting outdoors.

[02:05] Overcoming fears of the dark for both kids and adults.

[05:18] Humorous encounters with nighttime wildlife.

[08:48] Helping children through their outdoor worries.

[11:50] Fun activities for nighttime, like trampolining and hammocks.

[13:43] The enticing nature of cooking food outdoors at night.

[18:22] Using natural consequences to teach life lessons.

[19:22] Why nighttime outdoor adventures create lasting memories.

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