I have three kids. That means there are nine possible answers to the question, "Who wants to go outside?" Regardless of the destination, it always seemed there was some dissent when I tried to rally the kids for an adventure.

Kids aren't as motivated by views or nature as adults. They don't feel the need to disconnect from their screens or push pause on their responsibilities. I want to reestablish my place in the natural world. They want to do something.

So now we letterbox and everyone wants to go almost all the time.

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