Top family events and activities for the weekend of Oct. 15–17
A scavenger hunt list to guide your nature stroll
Skip the drive and explore wild spaces right in town
Safe and educational private farm visit with kids
Rain-friendly playgrounds, parks and trails for drizzly days
Explore this fascinating preserve with a private family guide
Brilliant, leafy walks and great family photo ops
Don't pack up your boots just yet — gorgeous fall color walks await
From Tukwila to Olympia, where to see salmon spawn this fall
Where to watch the action unfold this fall
Play outside this season (it's important)
Pony rides, ice cream and fields of flowers
Classic hikes plus beat-the-crowd alternatives for Seattle-area families
It's a free ticket to incredible outdoor opportunities for families
Our local “Alps” beckon families with sweet trails for tots and up
Off-the-beaten-path trails for families
New food stands fuel your adventures
Island-by-island guide to kid-friendly activities, lodging and meals
Seattle-area family hikes good for keeping your distance
Perfect summer hikes for swimming, berry-picking and exploring nature
Pack in the fun with these awesome ideas
Toddler-friendly hikes for Puget Sound-area families
Seattle-area trails that feature a "prize"
Great no-reservation campgrounds for Northwest families
Insider’s guide to awesome family fun on beautiful Whidbey Island
Fab new kid-friendly hikes less than an hour from Seattle
Where to go, what to bring, great gear and top tips for a great trip
Have a mini vacay day with a glorious family picnic
From an island summit to tot-sized trails through a gorgeous garden
Swim, splash and play at natural swim spots for Northwest families
Into the wild and back in time
Put this kids’ paradise of sand and water on your summer bucket list
Go quick! The fairies move out at the end of June
Free fishing this weekend! And getting started fishing with kids
Get your U-pick blueberries right now
Plus, spectacular yurting spots in Washington and Oregon
Gear up and stay safe outside, plus what to do if you see a wild animal
Updated Paradise Inn reopens May 22
Rambles alongside a roaring cascade, for every age
Entice the kids on a hike with the reward of a roaring cascade
Find these amazing sights right in our own backyard
Woodsy nature trails for little legs
Washington state parks where families can play outdoors
Delight your favorite mom with a special activity Mother's Day weekend
Play all day with kids at Seattle's best park
Cute ideas for May 1 celebrate spring, nature and neighbors
Seattle-area nature walks, planting events and more
Search for forest gnomes along a nature trail
Explore the island with KiDiMu's guided activity kits
Revel in spring with a walk through cherry trees, daffodils or star magnolia
Get started flying kites with kids around Seattle and beyond
It's free, easy and endlessly fun for kids and families
Head over the mountains for sun and fun
Perfect off-season escape for families on a budget
Kid-friendly trails that suit the season
Sleep among the evergreens this summer
Puget Sound-area wildlands for families to explore
State opens new snow play area along I-90
Grab your flashlights and your kids! It's time for Monkeyshines
Explore nature with kids at this hidden gem in the city
Secret island walks for Puget Sound-area families
One Seattle mom shares tips and ideas for taking on this challenge
8 great stroller-friendly trails for running and walking with tots
Get outside and explore wild places with kids
Participate in real science projects in your own neighborhood
Improve your health in nature
Awesome ways to ring in 2021 with kids
Skirt the snow and wander a trail with kids
Bloedel Reserve serves up nature fun for families
Anyone can do it and you'll have a blast as a family
Go city to country in just 20 minutes
Unique green spaces to explore with kids this season
Winter is coming but a change of mindset might help
Connect kids, nature and the outdoors with inspired art activities
Encourage your kid to get crafty and learn about entomology
15 ways to celebrate the season: pumpkin patches, salmon viewing and more nature outings
6 Seattle-area glacial erratics are fascinating and fun
Northwest Trek offers private family jeep tours
Remarkable preserve now open by appointment
Elevate your next camping trip with this family-friendly gear
Raising nature-loving readers
Guidelines for Seattle-area families visiting parks and recreation spots
Families will have more places to play starting May 5
Expert tips for enjoying birds in your yard and your neighborhood
Home projects that provide both academic and vitamin D enrichment
New locations to try out this awesome nature app with kids
How to start hunting around Seattle and the Puget Sound
Where to go with kids for fresh air and solitude
Puddle jumping and mud play — they’re good for you
From yoga to glamping to woodworking, great escapes for Northwest moms
From rustic to luxe, relaxing hot-springs retreats for any season
Awesome places to run, climb, slide and play opened this past year
Find hiding spots, climbing rocks and space to run at Exploration Park
Spacious, peaceful Rodgers Park gets an ADA update
Kids will love the playgrounds, dinosaurs, fishing pond and gardens
Affordable and accessible family-fun programs that get kids moving
Go for imaginative play at this enthralling play spot
Refuge Outdoor Festival and other outdoor recreation opportunities for people of color
Creative ways to get kids outside and in nature
Make the most of summer days with the best in kid-friendly fun
Follow the Cheshiahud Trail for a new view of the heart of Seattle
Rock your summer (and beyond) with these fantastic memberships for families
Fantastic playground, bike loop, grassy lawn and Mount Rainier view
Low-hassle camping events you and your kids will love
Your crew will love it, and you can get started this weekend
Too cute! Baby animals born at local zoos and animal parks this spring
New Pacific Seas Aquarium celebrates with sea creatures, storytelling, community art and more
Top takeaway: Avoid crowds!
Marvel at stunning nature photos and shoot your own
Warm up at this local hidden gem for free
Popular winter recreation programs for families affected by shutdown
Annie Marie Musselman discusses 'Lobos' at two local readings
If you love our local Southern Resident orcas, try these easy tips
Baby- and tot-friendly treks in Western Washington
Kid-friendly watersport adventures for families around Puget Sound
Procrastinators, ahoy! Terrific campsites close to Seattle and Tacoma might still have spots
Amazing family-friendly summer music fests your whole family will love
The Seattle-based storyteller on making wild spaces accessible
Free program blends tech and nature into family adventure
Two super (and silly) books for the threenagers in your life
And what you can do about it
See the stars, explore the woods, peer under the sea and more — after dark
A new zip line, a high slide and adventure features at Seattle's Discovery Park
Bonus: It'll keep them busy
Scenes from nature and a colorful cast of subjects give kids lots to examine
Stories come alive for Seattle-area families
This adventurous, accessible playground has reopened
All-ages fun with clouds, rain and water, plus kid-friendly hiking
What to plant and how to plant it, plus educational garden crafts and activities
