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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jan 205 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...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 29, 20242 min read
Glacier Canyon Grindelwald
Not all gorges are created equally. The Glacier Canyon in Grindelwald is the ideal location for those looking for an extra special...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 4, 20244 min read
Thru Hike - Via Surprise - Route 32
Ever wanted to give a thru hike a go, but feeling intimated by the duration and time required to do so? The Via Surprise (Route 32),...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 21, 20244 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...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Rega - The Swiss Air Rescue Service
Have you heard of Rega the Swiss Air Rescue Service? This non-profit organization was founded in 1952 by Dr. Rudolf Bucher. By offering...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Sep 21, 20232 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....
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
May 8, 20232 min read
Technorama - A Scientific Adventure
Overview: Get ready for a full day of experiments, learning and hands-on, interactive fun for people of all ages! Technorama is an...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Sep 5, 20223 min read
Jöriseen Loop
Overview: It is easy to see why this hike is a popular destination in the area. The remote alpine landscape provides unobstructed views...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 15, 20223 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...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Apr 14, 20221 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...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Nov 1, 20212 min read
Pratteln to Muttenz - Rebenweg
There is something absolutely magical about the autumn. Wearing sweaters, indulging in the cooler temperatures and experiencing the...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Aug 22, 20212 min read
Panorama Trail Mt. Rigi, Switzerland
As the sun finally made a long awaited appearance, we made a mad dash for the mountains. A full week into school and schedules and work,...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jul 11, 20212 min read
Globi Theme Trails - Engstligenalp, Switzerland
If your child is a fan of Globi, the famous Swiss cartoon that resembles a blue parrot, then look no further than Engstligenalp. This...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jul 5, 20212 min read
Buurelandweg - Theme Trail in Aargau
Get ready for a scenic adventure on the Buurelandweg Aargau theme trail. From the moment you arrive at Schloss Kasteln, this hike is...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 29, 20212 min read
Teufelskeller Nature Reserve - Baden
"Trees are poems that earth writes upon the sky." - Kahlil Gibran Are you familiar with forest bathing? Forest bathing is a term that...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 28, 20212 min read
Augusta Raurica - Step Back in Time
Are you familiar with Augusta Raurica? Have you ever visited this ancient wonder? Augusta Raurica is home to gorgeously preserved Roman...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 21, 20213 min read
Can Children Really Hike to Huts?
The very short answer to the question, "Can children really hike to huts," is YES! Of course they can, but that it not to say that as...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 17, 20211 min read
Rünenberg, Switzerland - Honigweg
This easy and educational trail is the ideal hike for a slow Sunday. If you reside near Basel, the drive is only 20 minutes away. With...
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Robert & Melinda Schoutens
Jun 17, 20212 min read
The Comic Trail in Uetliberg, Switzerland
The Comic Trail Uetliberg with Ueli and Uta The new and exciting Comic Trail is now open in Uetliberg. Uetliberg is the urban escape...
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