Autumn Exploration

These cooler temperatures and changing colours are warming our hearts. As the leaves don their vibrant new shades, and the fresh air adds a rosy glow to our little ones’ cheeks, a profound love for this season stirs within many of us.  

For me, autumn is a time to connect with nature – the perfect weather for pulling on our favourite cozy sweaters, grabbing that pumpkin spice latte, and taking a long walk outside. Taking our little ones with us through nature this time of year is such an incredible opportunity to learn so much, as well as create slow, mindful moments, taking in all the new sights, sounds and smells.

Amongst some of our favourite outdoor activities, bird watching this time of year can be both exciting and educational, as many birds are migrating or preparing for the long winter ahead. Watching them forage for insects and berries, collect materials for their homes, or loudly singing on those sunny cool days makes for great bird-watching. Our favourite must-haves on these hikes include a fabric bag/tote or basket for collecting interesting items, and our new NOCS monocular (or binoculars). Being able to get a close up look at forest life in the treetops is a really magical experience for kids (for us all, really), and the microscope attachment is such a great idea, allowing us to see the tiniest of details up close. 

Collecting a variety of colourful fallen leaves, twigs, nuts and more to bring home while exploring is a fun activity. This is the perfect opportunity to fill our basket and stock up on items for crafting over the winter months. Pinterest and Instagram have many sources of inspiration for nature themed crafts using foraged materials, but one of our absolute favourites is the incredible @woodlark (woodlarkblog.com).

 

Happy fall all!

Ashley Satchell, owner, Featherfields