Getting Kids Outdoors and Involved in Yard Maintenance

SALEM, Ore. – June 17, 2014 – Summer is here, and for many families that means time for outdoor recreation, entertainment and relaxation. Whether it’s a lush green lawn or a backyard full of flowers, outdoor living spaces provide an ideal setting for family fun or get-togethers with friends. But these outdoor areas do require maintenance to keep them functional and looking their best.

This summer, make the yard work more enjoyable and rewarding by getting the kids involved. Anything is more fun if you do it together, and even young children can start making the connection between the beautiful space they play in and the effort required to keep it looking nice year-round.

The experts at Grass Seed USA suggest that children can help with a wide range of tasks:

If you’re afraid that your children will resist the idea of helping out in the yard, or quickly lose interest, follow these tips for keeping kids motivated:

Getting your children involved in yard chores will make the work go faster, teach responsibility and give everyone some quality outdoor family time.