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09/06/2026

Check out our September Cool Creature Club™ packet, featuring peafowl! (Did you know that “peacock” refers to a male peafowl?) Kids get to color and paint, play games, and learn all about these incredible birds.

Join the club during the month of September for instant access to the Peafowl Packet and the free Welcome Kit.

www.CoolCreatureClub.com

08/12/2026

Have adventurous kids over five? The Fiery Furnace in Utah’s Arches National Park is a bucket-list family hike, if you’re not afraid of some scrambling.

To hike the Fiery Furnace, you must get a permit on Recreation.gov. You can select a self-guided permit or a permit for a ranger-led hike. We recommend downloading an offline map and going on a self-guided hike. It’s a 2.2-mile loop with lots of dead ends (and some of those dead ends are definitely worth taking). The kids will love searching for those elusive arrows to let you know you’re on the right path!

Don’t go unprepared! Arches gets HOT during the summer months. Plan your visit accordingly. Start the hike early or wait until late afternoon. We went in early June and entered the Fiery Furnace at about 7:15 AM.

Children under five are not allowed. There are some narrow ledges, gaps you must jump across, and narrow places that you must squeeze into and pull yourself up and through. We did it with a five year old just fine.

You’ll need to pick up your permit in person at the Arches Visitor’s Center and watch an informational video. Do this the day before your reservation date! Rangers will ask you to wear your permit on your pack while in the Fiery Furnace.

Would you do this hike? We loved it!

08/07/2026

Our August Cool Creature Club packet is sure to be a crowd pleaser. We’re featuring the mighty whale shark—the largest fish in the world!

Activities include engineering a filter feeder, painting a whale shark, having a plankton-scoop race, and practicing pattern spotting like a real marine scientist.

Join the club during the month of August for instant access to the Whale Shark Packet and the free Welcome Kit.

www.CoolCreatureClub.com

07/15/2026

5 Family-Friendly Adventures to Have in Colorado

1. Camp at Rocky Mountain National Park’s Glacier Basin Campground. (Camping in the park automatically gets you entry to the park.) Hike the Emerald Lake Trail, a 3.3-mile out-and-back trek that takes you to three lakes—Nymph Lake, Dream Lake, and Emerald Lake.

2. Book a private rock-climbing tour in the Garden of the Gods with Front Range Climbing Company (Front Range Climbing Co.). This is an awesome experience that’ll be tailored to your family!

3. Stay at The Ranch at Emerald Valley (The Broadmoor)—an exceptional experience for families looking to spend quality time together. Enjoy onsite activities like horseback riding, mountain biking, and archery. Play lawn games, soak in a hot tub, and enjoy the good food!

4.Take the Pikes Peak Cog Railway (Pikes Peak Cog Railway) from Manitou Springs up to the summit of one of Colorado’s most famous 14ers. Explore at the top before the train takes you back down. (Get donuts at the summit and dress warmly!)

5. Visit Mesa Verde National Park to see cliff dwellings built by Ancestral Puebloans. Book an NPS-led tour of the Cliff Palace for the best up-close look. If your family is game for an adventure, book a tour of the Balcony House, too. The Balcony House tour requires climbing a 32-foot ladder, crawling through narrow tunnel, and more. Book tours at Recreation.gov.

More details on all of the above: https://outdoors.com/family-friendly-outdoor-adventures-to-enjoy-in-colorado

Would you try any of these adventures with your family?

07/10/2026

Magical road trip stops in Northern Arizona✨👣

1: Glitter Mountain - Littlefield, Arizona, near the Utah border / Glitter Mountain

A private quarry where you can harvest selenite crystals. Bring a chisel, a mallet, and a bucket. (Also a hat and sunscreen!) Pay using the honor system.

The real adventure is whether you can find this hidden gem. Use GPS until you lose service, then follow the signs. Off-roading required!

2: The Barefoot Trail - Flagstaff, Arizona / https://thebarefoottrail.org

A dedicated grounding park featuring a 1-mile trail with 35 adventure stations. Shoes highly discouraged. 😉

Tickets required: $12 for kids, $14 for adults

GPS gets you close enough, then follow the signs. You’ll find more dirt roads here!

Would you make these unique stops?

07/05/2026

Our cool creature this month just might become a new favorite in your household! It’s the super-adorable, super-squeaky desert rain frog.

The packet includes a science experiment, a game for the whole family, and a squeaky desert rain frog craft, among other fun activities.

Join the Cool Creature Club during the month of July for instant access to the Desert Rain Frog Packet and the free Welcome Kit.

www.CoolCreatureClub.com

07/02/2026

Check out our tips for hiking The Narrows in Zion National Park with kids! This is an incredible bucket-list hike in Utah, and you can totally do it with little ones in tow.

We highly recommend e-bike and footwear rentals from Zion Guru!

Have you done this hike with kids? What questions do you have?

06/06/2026

Need some fun activities to help keep the kids busy this summer? Try out our Cool Creature Club!

This month, our cool creature is the plains zebra—a special request from one of our club members. The June packet is packed full of fun facts and activities that’ll keep kids moving and learning.

Join the club during the month of June for instant access to the Zebra Packet and the free Welcome Kit.

www.CoolCreatureClub.com

05/03/2026

This month in the Cool Creature Club, we’re highlighting the manatee! Kids learn all about these gentle giants, while also completing fun activities and practicing math, science, and reading skills.

Join the club during the month of May for instant access to the West Indian Manatee Packet and the free Welcome Kit.

www.CoolCreatureClub.com

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