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The fight for public lands isn't over
On hiking, the Swedish right to roam, and what's at risk in America
24 hrs ago
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Linda McGurk
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The perks of being a lazy gardener
Rewilding is the new trend in gardening and urban landscaping - let's make sure it sticks
Jun 1
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Linda McGurk
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May 2025
Q&A: How do you keep older children engaged outdoors?
Where I share five ways for parents to encourage tweens to get outside
May 6
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Linda McGurk
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Q&A: How do you keep older children engaged outdoors?
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April 2025
We weren't made for a spring like this one
Nature is still the best mood booster, though
Apr 11
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Linda McGurk
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March 2025
Q&A: How can I overcome my fear of my children getting hurt or lost outdoors?
Where I answer a reader question about risky play
Mar 19
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Linda McGurk
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Q&A: How can I overcome my fear of my children getting hurt or lost outdoors?
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February 2025
These are OUR lands - and they need us.
Grab a cuppa and have a seat, because it’s story time.
Feb 25
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Linda McGurk
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January 2025
Do not disturb, do not destroy
What friluftsliv can teach us about sustainability and living simply
Jan 31
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Linda McGurk
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December 2024
Finding freedom in nearby nature
A story about empowering your family outdoors – and lessons for a new year.
Dec 30, 2024
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Linda McGurk
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I need your help🙏
Have your say about The Open-Air Life + a Christmas gift idea
Dec 8, 2024
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Linda McGurk
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November 2024
Finding calm in chaos: the power of nature-based rituals
How small outdoor habits can have a great impact on your life
Nov 16, 2024
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Linda McGurk
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October 2024
Fear, ignorance and convenience are the enemies of outdoor recess
The case for letting children play outside at school all year
Oct 20, 2024
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Linda McGurk
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September 2024
Why cities need more trees and less concrete
Reflections on rewilding our cities from a balcony in Stockholm
Sep 24, 2024
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Linda McGurk
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