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Fresh Air Challenge
We have created a small summer challenge to help you and your children spend more quality time outdoors.
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 281 min read


Kandersteg International Scout Centre
Looking for an alternative to pricey hotels? Consider a stay in the Kandersteg International Scout Centre.
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Feb 262 min read


Embracing Winter: Essential Safety Tips
Winter fun! Winter is a glorious time of the year. During these frigid months, it is always tempting to retreat indoors, but for those...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jan 205 min read


How to Make the Most of Nature in 2025
Whether you are the type of person to create New Year‘s resolutions or not, we can all benefit from more time spent in nature.
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Dec 29, 20244 min read


4 Tips for Getting Outside this Winter
Prioritizing outdoor time during the winter months can be a challenge. With colder temperatures and limited light hours, it‘s tempting to...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Dec 8, 20243 min read


6 Things You May Not Know About Fresh Air Kids
Our first book was published in 2019 and since that time, we have released three additional books. While our books have been in...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 21, 20244 min read


Connbächli - Boat Trail - Flims
Undeniably beautiful, the Flims area is a popular destination for families of all ages. Tucked deep within the forest, the Connbächli...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 1, 20243 min read


Top 7 Ideas for Getting Teens Outside
“Restore balance. Most children have technology, school and extra-curricular activities covered. It’s time to add a pinch of adventure, a...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Nov 1, 20234 min read


Bex Salt Mine
Overview: The Bex salt mine sits deep below the Earth. Known as, “the white gold of the Alps,” salt has been a treasure for centuries....
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Sep 21, 20232 min read


Nature Education - Forest Playgroups
Introduction to Forest Playgroups: Have you ever wondered what it would be like to send your child into the forest for playgroup or...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Feb 9, 20235 min read


Hiking in Switzerland - White-Red-White Trail Markers
To continue with our theme of how to read a Swiss Trail Marker, today we will explore the white-red-white trails, which are also known as...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 15, 20224 min read


Hiking in Switzerland - Yellow Trail Markers
Hiking in Switzerland is an absolute dream. With 65,000 km of well maintained and marked trails, hiking is one of the favorite past times...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 15, 20223 min read


Kugelweg - Ball Path - Hasliberg
For an exciting hike that is certain to impress your children, head to Hasliberg to enjoy the beautifully constructed ball path or...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 9, 20223 min read


Elfen and Wichtelweg
Not far from Basel, nestled deep in the forest, sits a magical world of the elves for your children to explore. With multiple activities...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 14, 20221 min read


Bälmeten Tour
At least once a year, we, the Fresh Air Parents, arrange a weekend away or take day trips with our respective friends. Solo parent time...
Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Sep 20, 20212 min read
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