Nature gives children the opportunity to experience awe, wonder, curiosity, and discovery. Fostering a love of the outdoors in your kids at an early age will allow them to explore and learn about the world around them. 

With constant technological distraction, it can be difficult to tear them away from their screens and get them playing outside. Don’t know where to start?

We made a list of fun and easy outdoor activities for kids of all ages to get them falling for the outdoors in no time. We’ll walk you through where to start and how to make the process a ton of fun, not just for them, but for you too!

First things first, prioritizing outdoor play everyday, having fun in all kinds of weather, and doing activities in groups are the most fundamental ways to instill a long-lasting love for nature in your kids. 

It’s important to set aside dedicated time to playing outside each day. Whether it be small 15 minute intervals to an hour or more, structuring schedules around outdoor activities is a must when it comes to fostering a love of nature in your children.

Bring variety into it and equip them with whatever they need to indulge their wanderlust and curiosities, whether it’s skating, stretching, biking, paddling, or nature walks, as long as they’re out there witnessing the pleasure of fresh air, movement, and natural beauty.

1. For two wheel adventures

Our kids’ bikes are perfect for quick and casual explorations around the neighborhood, beach or local park. 

Designed for toddlers and preschoolers, Baby Beaumont is a pedal-less balance bike that helps little ones build confidence on two wheels all while developing their balance and coordination skills.

Chatham Kids’ Beach Cruiser is built for the big kids to take on the beachside. Riding on Chatham is a wonderful summer activity that your kid will never forget. Equipped with thick, tractioned tires, simple coaster brakes, a cushy saddle, and a height-adjustable seat and handlebar, they’ll never want to stop cruising.

If the trails are calling your tiny tot, Dart is going to be their new best friend. Dart supports their desire to venture out and see more of what the world has to offer. A full set of gears, suspension fork, precise steering system, and wide, shock-absorbing tires make this bike the last step before graduating to a proper adult mountain bike.

2. Get out on the water 

Ditch the pool noodles! Let your little one paddle out and explore the waterways on Weekender Nano. This inflatable kid’s paddle board is lightweight, comes with a non-slip deck pad, and is designed with a wide, rounded PVC body to promote stability on all tides. 

Plan fun obstacle courses on the beach or at the lake that involve setting out to sea on their board, or snag your own Weekender iSUP and join in on the seafaring explorations!

Weekender Nano also comes equipped with a pump, adjustable paddle, two thruster fins and one center fin, a leash, repair kit, and waterproof phone case to keep the fun afloat. When the water play is over, deflate and pack it away in the included rucksack to stow just about anywhere.

With Weekender Nano, standup paddle boarding and learning to love the open waters has never been easier.

3. It’s snow-time!

Like we said, encouraging outdoor play in every season is the best way to instill a lifelong love for the outdoors in your children.

Get them snowboarding or skiing young and they’ll never forget the thrill of a day on the mountain.

Hit the slopes with them, snowshoe through the magical backcountry or set up a scavenger hunt in the snow—but the easiest way to ensure they’re safe while they’re busy having an amazing time? Make sure they’re fully protected.

Our Comstock Kids’ Snow and Ski Helmet will keep your kiddo safe, warm, and comfy while they focus on the fun. Adjustable, breathable and built to prevent moisture with a netted mesh cap and 10 vents, they won’t even notice they have a helmet on.

4. Skate all day

Another great way to keep your kiddos outdoors and exploring is teaching them how to skate. Like bicycling, once they learn how to ride a skateboard, they’ll have that skill for life.

Equip them with a board that they can grow, adventure, create community, and make lifelong memories with.

Quip is our compact, kid-friendly, and lightweight mini cruiser skateboard that’s perfect for rolling around the neighborhood and on-the-go cruising wherever they go. Whether they’re riding solo or with the crew, you know they’ll be making the most of whatever the adventure brings them.

With a grippy waffle deck, shock-absorbing polyurethane wheels, and stabilizing slant kingpin trucks, their rides will be smooth and as safe as possible. For added protection, throw a Remi Kids’ Skate & Bike Helmet on their heads!

With this list of fun outdoor activities for kids, you can start fostering their love for fresh air, adventure, wanderlust, and exercise today. Gift your little one access to the beautiful outdoors with Retrospec gear!