October Forest Adventures: Fun Autumn Activities for Families

October is a magical month in the forest. The crisp air, changing leaves, and abundance of nature make it the perfect time to get outside with your family. At A Touch of the Wild, we love celebrating the season with exciting, nature-based activities. Here are some fun ideas for your next outdoor adventure.

1. Autumn Scavenger Hunt

Create a simple scavenger hunt with an autumn theme. Include items like acorns, conkers, colourful leaves, and pinecones. This is a great way to engage children with nature and teach them about local wildlife and plants.

2. Make a Stick Wand

October is the perfect time for some spooky magic! Find a sturdy stick during your woodland walk and decorate it with foraged materials like feathers, leaves, and twine. It’s a fun and creative way to explore the forest, and kids can pretend to be woodland wizards!

3. Storytelling Around the Campfire

As the days get shorter, why not end your outdoor adventure with some storytelling around the campfire? Whether it’s sharing tales of woodland creatures or creating your own Halloween stories, storytelling is a great way to bond and enjoy the magic of nature.

4. Forest Art with Natural Materials

Encourage your children to create art using only what they can find in the forest leaves, twigs, stones, and acorns. Let them design pictures on the ground, create their own natural sculptures, or even build tiny fairy houses.

Sign Up for Autumn Wild Tots Sessions!

Our Wild Tots sessions are running throughout October, where we explore the forest, enjoy nature-inspired crafts, and go on magical autumn adventures. It’s a great way for little ones to connect with the outdoors and make new friends.