A bonding family experience in the #OPescape RV

Today’s post comes to us from Paula Schuck (@inkscrblr), the writer behind Thrifty Mommas Tips , and our next #OPescape content creator to travel around Ontario’s provincial parks in our wrapped RV . A few weeks ago, I listened to a podcast about the brain and nature’s impact on health, and I learned that time spent in natural surroundings impacts immune function, weight, and blood pressure as well as attention deficit disorder. The impact of even a three day break when spent outdoors enjoying nature lasts months and leaves you in better health mentally and physically. After learning that, I was more eager than ever to leave on our first ever RV trip (in celebration of Ontario’s Parks 125 th anniversary). I needed to see for myself if it was true. Would the experience change us? Better mental and physical health is a constant goal in our family We are active and athletic, but we are also always striving to improve. As parents, we try to model healthy habits, nurture a love of learning and a passion for travel. So when we agreed to travel to five of Ontario’s provincial parks up north, we were looking forward to challenging hikes, peaceful canoe rides and new experiences (including attending a party to celebrate Killarney’s Dark Sky Preserve status!). We didn’t know exactly what was in store for us, but we were willing to find out. I was hopeful everyone would enjoy time outdoors together, learn a few new things, and leave feeling restored and grounded. Here’s my take on how healthy parks helped us build a healthy family. Harmony By the time we left the RV rental lot, we were all extremely excited and positive. But when you travel with kids, as every family knows, there can be a zillion […]

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