The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast

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1KHO 5: Connecting as a Couple When You Can't Date Your Spouse Feb 14, 2019

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Date night. It's all the rage. Unless you can't do it. Parents who are wrestling with the pressure to date your spouse, don't despair! As a society, we desperately need the reminder that we can connect as husband and wife, even with our children around.

If you're struggling to connect and date nights are hard to come by, remember that Mother Nature is just a step out the front door. You can recalibrate your marriage with your children around. It has worked that way for thousands of years and it still works today.

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1KHO 4: Nature Play & Socialization Jan 28, 2019

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Socialization. It's a huge buzz word. We all want our children to learn good social skills throughout childhood but there is a misnomer that simply attending public schools is the answer. Nature play is one of the best and most efficient ways for kids to learn social skills. Learn why in this podcast!

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1KHO 3: The Origin of 1000 Hours Outside Jan 28, 2019

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Why 1000 Hours Outside? Where did it come from? Learn the origin here and find out why you might want to join the 1000 Hours Outside Challenge with your family!

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1KHO 2: Tips for Spending Time Outside During the Winter Jan 13, 2019

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1KHO 1: Time in Nature Contributes to Increased Academic Success Jan 01, 2019

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So often we when we think of learning we think of paper and pencil. Or maybe we think of watching an educational program or listening to an engaging speaker. It’s important as parents and caregivers to know that movement, and especially movement in free play, is a major contributor to brain growth. In fact, movement it is the pre-cursor to all learning. Here are three ways that spending time outside helps ensure your that child gets the movement he or she needs for optimal brain development.

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