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THE BLOG
Ideas, research, and stories from 20 years of getting South African kids outside.
Exploring Joy: How Field Trips Make Kids Happy
Field trips are a gateway to joy and learning in one adventure. How school outings spark happiness in children and why that matters for their growth.
How School Tours Help Kids Discover Their Love for the Natural World
Parks, reserves and botanical gardens: how school tours help children discover and nurture a lifelong love for the natural world.
How School Tours Make Kids Courageous
New places, new challenges and new people: how school tours build bravery and help children step confidently into the unknown.
How Field Trips Increase Courage in Kids
Stepping outside comfort zones on a field trip helps children face fears and grow braver. How outings build courage in young learners.
The Lasting Impact of School Field Trips: Why They Create Important Memories for Children
Museums, farms, reserves and science centres: why the memories made on school field trips last a lifetime and shape a child’s development.
Exploring the World: How School Tours Nurture Little Adventurers!
The thrill of discovering new places on a school tour nurtures curiosity, wonder and a spirit of exploration in children. Here is how.
The Role of School Field Trips in Fostering Leadership and Compassion
Field trips do more than entertain: they develop leadership and cultivate compassion in students. How outings shape character beyond the classroom.
The Importance of Field Trips for Students
Nature-based field trips enhance academic learning, personal growth and environmental stewardship. The many benefits of field trips for students.
How School Field Trips Ignite a Love for Animals in Children
Zoos, sanctuaries and farms give children a chance to connect with animals. How school field trips spark empathy and a lifelong love for wildlife.
The Unseen Benefits of School Tours: Boosting School Morale
Beyond academics, school tours build camaraderie, curiosity and pride. The hidden benefits of field trips for school morale and community.
Unearthing Passion: The Importance of School Tours in Igniting a Love for Geology
Reading about rock formations is one thing; standing inside a cave or canyon is another. How school tours spark a passion for geology in learners.
Exploring Education: The Marvels of School Tours
Seen through a student’s eyes: the many reasons school tours are amazing, from outdoor classrooms to historic sites and friendships made along the way.