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Mobility scooter broken leg
Dad knowledge

Surviving lockdown (and 2 kids) with a broken leg

The Outdoor Dad / August 5, 2020

Well, what a plonker. As if the summer of COVID wasn’t already stressful enough, I decided to turbo-charge the hassle by snapping my left leg in half trying to ‘surf’ down a toddler slide.

Why famnily adventures don't always need to be epic
Dad knowledge

Why family adventures don’t have to be epic

The Outdoor Dad / February 20, 2020

You don’t need to plan a massive expedition or spend a fortune on getting your kids outside. Simply open your door and start exploring!

Welcome to the family Dougie
Family adventures

Welcome to the family Dougie!

The Outdoor Dad / September 6, 2019

Our little family recently swelled in numbers from three to four, with chubby monster Dougie joining the party. We’re a bit biased, but he’s already a handsome little legend!

Grow your own sunflowers
Dad knowledge

How to grow your own sunflowers

The Outdoor Dad / September 12, 2018

I’ve always been an expert at killing every plant in our garden, but this summer we discovered how simple and fun it is to grow your own sunflowers as a family.  

Camping with toddlers
Dad knowledge, Family adventures

Camping with toddlers – how scary is it?

The Outdoor Dad / August 13, 2018

Aside from having a kid in the first place, camping with toddlers is probably the scariest thing I’ve ever done. Here are some tips for surviving your first night under canvas!

Wild swimming with toddlers
Family adventures

Wild swimming with toddlers: is it safe?

The Outdoor Dad / July 17, 2018

Thanks to the awesome summer 2018 heatwave we’ve been jumping in every bit of water we can find. But is it safe to go wild swimming with toddlers?

Elliott Brown Canford watch
Product reviews

Review: Elliot Brown Canford – the ultimate ‘dad watch’

The Outdoor Dad / June 13, 2018

The Elliot Brown Canford is a great watch for active dads. It looks cool, you’ll never have to take it off or charge it, and it seems virtually indestructible. Perfect for family adventures!

Saturday morning nature hunt
Family adventures

Mini adventures: Saturday morning nature hunt

The Outdoor Dad / May 19, 2018

Sonny woke me up early yesterday (no shock there) and the sun was shining, so instead of lounging in bed we jumped on my bike and went for a little Saturday morning nature hunt.

surviving two years as a dad
Dad knowledge

Surviving two years as a dad: tired, proud, happier than ever

The Outdoor Dad / April 10, 2018

Somehow we’ve survived two years in the parenthood trenches. As hard as everyone said? Probably. Exhausting? Definitely. Enjoyable? Big-time. Would I change a single thing? Hell no! 

101 outdoor activities for families
101 Family Activities

101 outdoor activities for families (41-60)

The Outdoor Dad / April 9, 2018

Here’s the third in our series of 101 outdoor activities for families. From treasure hunts and festivals to skimming stones and cooking outside, there’s something simple and fun for every family!

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The handsome little guys on the right are Sonny and Dougie, and the big ugly guy is their dad, Oli. This blog is all about our family adventures, plus we test the latest outdoor gear for kids so you don’t have to. We hope you enjoy it!

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