Family Rules! The Podcast S1 E33: Ep. 33: "Helping Your Family Fall in Love with the Great Outdoors" with Natalie Ockey
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Nov 5, 2021 Natalie Ockey, founder of Utah's Adventure Family blog and outdoor enthusiast, shares her journey of fostering a love for nature with her family. She reveals how their Yellowstone trip ignited their passion for the outdoors and highlights the benefits of unplugging and bonding. Natalie discusses creating weekly outdoor goals, engaging reluctant kids through fun games, and the affordability of adventures with just simple gear. She emphasizes the healing power of nature and her family's goal to visit every national park.
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Nature Lowers Distractions And Boosts Connection
- Removing devices and distractions outdoors creates deeper family connection and calm.
- Shared learning about animals and places amplifies bonding and curiosity.
Schedule Weekly Outdoor Family Time
- Set a weekly goal to do an outdoor activity and schedule it like any other family commitment.
- Treat it as family time you can move around per week so it becomes a habit.
Healing Through Hikes For Her Son
- Seth had open-heart surgery at six days old yet joined family hikes from infancy.
- Natalie credits their frequent hiking with strengthening his heart as he grew into a healthy child.