Ep. 6: There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: Exploring Nature in All Seasons with Linda Akeson McGurk

Does the weather ever stop you from spending time in nature with your family? In this episode,  Linda Åkeson McGurk joins me from Sweden to share her wisdom about having a lifestyle of exploring nature, no matter the weather. You'll be encouraged by her mentality toward spending time outdoors and equipped with her practical tips, like what to wear in cold weather, how to handle hot temperatures, and how to help older children and teenagers continue to get outside. For more detailed show notes, including links, photos, and a complete transcript of this episode, head to naturewithkidspodcast.com/no-bad-weather.Mentioned in this episode:There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient, and Confident Kids (From Friluftsliv to Hygge). For more from Linda, you can find her on Instagram @rainorshinemamma, check out her blog Rain or Shine Mamma, or visit her Facebook page. Scandinavian outdoor weather brands:Polarn o Pyret (they even have clothes in sections by layers 1, 2, 3)Scandinavian OutdoorDidriksonsOut North - sells Scandinavian outdoor brandsNorth American brands: Columbia or Patagonia (but Linda notes that she hasn't found any North American brands that have the same high quality as Scandinavian brands when it comes to kids clothes)"friluftsliv" - "roughly translates to 'open-air life' and is used to describe a culture and a way of life that heavily revolve around exploring and enjoying nature in a noncompetitive fashion" (that's a quote from There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather.)Disclosure: Some links are affiliate links. At no extra cost to you, I may earn a commission if you decide to make a purchase after clicking through the link. I recommend these companies because I believe they will add value to your life... not because of the small commission I may earn. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.