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ho in their right minds would take their
place. We are nature. Perhaps we are afraid of ourselves,
children – let alone toddlers – on an
afraid that we will not be able to look after ourselves
adventure into the African wilderness? I
once we are away from a structure that takes care of
would. In fact, I've been doing it since my children were
our material needs, but which in essence also robs us
old enough to stand upright on two legs, and were not
from our confidence and, as a result, disables us. Let's
quite out of nappies yet. I don't see why I wouldn't.
face our fears and free ourselves from our mental blocks.
Spending time in nature is essential to the wellbeing of
Spending more free time in nature is a must, and I
children (and adults alike), and there is no better way
cannot stress this enough: do it as a family. Relax, travel,
than travelling in nature to literally expand a child's
explore, enjoy and reconnect in nature.
horizons, so that it not only becomes familiar with the
Family travel in the wilderness is a truly exhilarating
surrounding world, but also boosts its confidence. Yet,
adventure with long-lasting benefits, as much for the
all too many parents cringe at the thought of taking their
children as for the parents. Ask an expert in nature-based
loved-ones into the wilderness. Why is this?
family travel to help you create your next (or first.)
Going on an adventure in nature – as a family – is
one of the most effective ways for parents to invest in
the wellbeing of their children. This is why nature-based
family travel is one of the pillars of Kids of Nature's
lifestyle initiative to help families reconnect with nature,
and with themselves. We help parents to create their own
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adventure in the wilderness. Your family will love it, stress
free :)
Real fear versus
perceived fear
Fear is often caused by the unknow. I find that our
adventures in the African wilderness, not only by sharing
day-to-day stresses and anxieties make us more prone to
our very best family experiences, but also by putting a
feeling fearful about travelling in nature. Have you ever
safety net in place for peace of mind.
noticed how everything around you feels less threatening
I'm a single mom and often venture off into the
the more you are relaxed? It's the same with nature. Give
wilderness with my children, so I understand the risks
yourself a chance to relax – just be and do nothing – and
and fears of travelling on your own to remote areas with
you'll quickly start to worrying less about the 'what ifs' of
the people who matter the most to you. I understand
venturing out into the unknown. Before leaving on a trip,
what it's like to feel vulnerable. But, am I going to let
I tend to worry about medical emergencies, but once I've
fear stop me from living great adventures? I don't think
hit the road, these worries melt like snow under the sun,
so. It's just a perception that nature is a dangerous
because I look at this from a more relaxed perspective