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Fun Ideas For Outdoor Recreation

If you have an outdoor excursion in your future planned with your family and friends, you are probably pretty excited. Getting into the great outdoors and enjoy the fresh air and scenery is one of the finer aspects of life. However, the fun can come to a half pretty quickly if you have nothing to do and a group of kids who are bored following you around. While some people are content to relax in a field just letting time pass while starting at the clouds, the serenity will be interrupted if you have to share the space with complaining kids. If you are planning a trip into nature, consider a few of these activities to keep the time passing and the kids from griping. Those who will be making their way into an area providing horseback riding are in luck. Pack up your riding helmet covers or equestrian helmet covers and get ready to explore the forest on horseback. Kids love spending time with horses and will learn a great deal from a guided ride.

If horseback riding is not an option where you are going, organize a hike. While some kids may immediately begin to complain, thinking you are basically just walking on trails, turn the hike into a game. If you create a friendly competition between siblings or plan a scavenger hunt through the forest, the time they spend hiking will be a lot more fun. Some kids will be content to just go exploring, but others needs a bit more of a challenge.

Those with kids who are losing patience for a few hours outside may not want to try this, but some families love camping. Spending the night under the stars is a bigger adventure than just spending a few hours outside. If you think your children have the patience and adventuresome attitude it takes to enjoy camping, plan a trip into the wilderness and enjoy some family time around the campfire.

Enjoying the outdoors does not always mean heading deep into the forest or woodland. You can get just as much fresh air at a local park and while there, enjoy a few sports. If your family is large enough, put together a team and enjoy sports like soccer, softball, or flag football. For those who are looking for options geared toward pairs, consider tennis, the batting cages, or an obstacle course. These are all great ways to get plenty of exercise and enjoy time together as a family without the distraction of television or household chores.

If you are having a difficult time deciding which of these activities is right for you and your family, plan a combination of them all. There is no reason why you have to limit yourself when it comes to outdoor fun, especially if you only have a few months out of the year to enjoy it. As soon as the weather gets warm enough, pack your weekends full of outdoor fun. Your family will thank you with their smiles and giggles while they play in the fresh air.

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Pegasus Kids Micro-Suede Show Helmet $85 The Pegasus© Kids Micro-Suede Show helmet is the slimmest, most elegant helmet approved to meet ASTM/SEI and European CE standards.

Irideon Kids Equestrian Snowflake Tee Shirt $7.95 The festive Irideon Kids Equestrian Snowflake Long Sleeve Tee Shirt is adorable with matte silver equestrian snowflakes with silver studs.

Stirrups Kids Crest Ball Cap $16.95 The Stirrups Kids Equestrian Crest Embroidered Ball Cap is ideal for sunny days at the barn.  Traditional ball cap looks good, keeps the sun off your face and hides that helmet hair

Pegasus George Morris Kids Mark II Show Helmet $245 Designed to perform, the Pegasus George Morris Kids Mark II Show Helmet is traditionally crafted with black micro-suede harness and genuine black leather lining.

Kelley Equestrian Products Kids Pack $13.95 Kelley Equestrian Products Kids Pack. This is the larger pack of the two offered and sold separately. A roomy 14" x 15" x 2" you can use this for many things. A bag for carrying school supplies or what about a sleepover bag?

Pegasus George Morris Kids Mark III Show Helmet $395 Designed to perform,  the Pegasus George Morris Kids Mark III Show Helmet is crafted in a luxurious design, featuring raised braiding above the peak, deluxe smooth brown calf leather lining and harness.

Aegis Junior Pony Riding Helmet $44.95 The Aegis Junior Pony Graphics Helmet is the perfect first helmet for the youngest rider.  Kids will love the decorative hearts and pony graphics while the Aegis adjustable fit design ensures that your young rider wont immediately outgrow this helmet. The Aegis Junior Pony Graphics Helmet features:  ASTM / SEI certified. Designed for little riders - Micro-shell exterior. Mesh covered vents provide great air flow. Micro-shell underlining provides smooth comfortable fit. Anti-microbial removable headliner cushion. The Easy-Fit Dial retention system is permanently attached and provides a custom fit for every head. Note:  The Pony Blue and Pony Purple have graphics.  The solid colors do not. * ASTM stands for the American Society for Testing and Materials. The ASTM sets safety standards for many different materials including those that go into sports equipment  including protective helmets designed for equestrians.The ASTM consults with experts in various fields (including medical) and then sets the standards for equestrian helmets. These standards include impact absorption and harness design and strength. When the standards are established the job of the ASTM is done until new developments in product design engineering or new medical information makes it necessary to revise and update the standards.This is where the SEI comes in. The ASTM determines the standards; the SEI (Safety Equipment Institute) then tests and inspects the various models and types of helmets to ensure that they are being manufactured to standards that meet or exceed the current ASTM standards.The ASTM sets equestrian helmet standards. SEI checks on manufacturer compliance by testing the helmets.

Kelley Equestrian Products Kids Pack Small $11.95 Kelley Equestrian Products Small Kid Pack. This is the smaller of the two offered and sold separately. Small and compact perfect for those few things you just have to bring along.

Troxel Spirit Graphic Riding Helmet $44.95 Who says tough and practical can't be beautiful too?  The Troxel® Spirit Graphic Riding Helmet is engineered for the demands of everyday use but it's beautiful Starlight and Dreamscape graphics are pure art The Spirit Graphic  has the GPS II™ Dial Fit System which provides an adjustable bit perfect for growing kids or changing hairstyles  It has mesh covered vents to keep you cool a removable washable liner and extended soft tip™ visor. An ideal all purpose all discipline riding helmet    

LILO Jockey Tack Equestrian Design Silk Tie $34.95 LILO Jockey Tack Equestrian Design Silk Tie. This beautiful LILO 100 silk tie features a jockey silk crop helmet boot ribbon saddle and stirrup print set on different colored backgrounds.

Ovation Girls Equestrian Star Tee Shirt $19.95 The Ovation Girls Equestrian Star Tee Shirt is part of the Kids Sportswear line of adorable tops and breeches.  This tee is fun and cozy for everyday wear or pair with your favorite breeches.

Pegasus George Morris Adult Mark III Show Helmet $362 Designed to perform  the Pegasus George Morris Adult Mark III Show Helmet is crafted in a luxurious design featuring raised braiding above the peak deluxe smooth brown calf leather lining and harness.  Comes in a a beautiful satin lined wooden hat box. "No other show helmet equals the overall elegance quality comfort and design of the Pegasus George Morris Helmet Series." - George Morrison Certified to ASTM F1163-04A Color: Black The Mark III Show Helmet is also available in kids sizes.