Autumn outdoor tips

Let's get outside!

Colorful leaves, golden light, fresh air—now is the perfect time for family outdoor adventures. We've collected creative outdoor ideas for you that are not only fun but also bring nature right into your home.

Did you know? Spending time outdoors promotes your children's emotional and creative development – ​​while also strengthening their awareness of environmental issues and conservation.

Our outdoor tips for autumn

1. Make hazelnut boats

With this DIY project made from natural materials, a small, magical spectacle awaits you in the great outdoors. Whether in a little race on the water or as glowing companions in the dark, these hazelnut boats offer you an autumnal adventure full of fun, creativity, and a deep connection with nature.

2. Forest spirits

Choose trees away from nature reserves and use clay or salt dough as "glue" to attach natural materials. Give the faces different expressions like happy, sad, or angry by adding leaves for hair, branches for eyebrows, and berries, etc., for the mouth. This creates unique tree faces! Make sure to only use materials you can find on the ground locally.

3. Snip snap

This classic children's game not only transports you back to your own childhood, but also encourages your kids to playfully explore nature. Because in our version, nature is the focus. With tasks like "Chase a beetle" or "Collect a yellow, brown, and red leaf," a walk becomes an adventure, and who knows, maybe you, too, will experience the magic of the forest once again. It's a simple game that can be made in no time, and where creativity knows no bounds.

4. Leaf Lion

All you need is some cardboard, a few pens, glue, and colorful autumn leaves. Collect some large, colorful leaves on your next autumn walk, and you can start crafting at home. With a little glue, you can create your colorful lion in no time. Bring the vibrant splendor of autumn into your child's room!

We're hungry for adventure, are you?

Our snacks are the perfect companion for on the go. Made with ingredients from biodynamic farming and the highest organic quality, they provide natural energy between meals – and make every outing a real snacking experience. And: They taste especially good outdoors in nature. So grab some snacks and go exploring!

5. Sheet mask

Who has always wanted to slip into the mysterious role of one of our forest dwellers? To transform into a fox, all you need is a large, colorful autumn leaf and a few pens. Have fun recreating!

More outdoor tips?

On our foundation's website, you'll find many more outdoor tips, as well as a more detailed description of each one. TheMogli Foundation offers practical outdoor tips for more nature in everyday family life.