Be There Recognize fatherhood as the most important job you will have. Study after study reports a father’s involvement as a major contributing factor in a person’s successful academic, health, financial and mental development. Being in the same room on your phone doesn’t count. Get down there and help build Read more…
2020 has shaken up life schedules in an unprecedented way. I have been posing as a stay-at-home dad (SAHD) with everything shutdown. I gained a lot of respect for the dads that have been doing it all along. Surviving the spring and summer both more tough and amazing than I Read more…
Early on in the global pandemic, we pulled out a puzzle we had stashed away for the holidays. It was a Together Time Puzzle by Ceaco that has small medium and large-sized pieces so everyone can join in and contribute. I was impressed by the idea and our family of Read more…
Here is an event that dads can enjoy – a kids’ virtual fishing derby. Grab a rod, get out to a lake, and make memories with a chance at a prize. Note: This event is not hosted nor associated with Howard County Dads; we just saw it and had to Read more…
Yesterday I took the boys to the National Zoo in Washington, DC. For those interested in going, here are my thoughts re COVID. You do have to reserve your spot online. For drivers, you wouldn’t have to specify your time, but you do have to enter via the Connecticut Road Read more…
Ever thought of putting a zip line in your backyard? We just did, HearthSong is hooking up another family with a zip line kit giveaway to cure the family’s cabin fever. Disclaimer: This post is presented by HearthSong and includes affiliate links as a fundraiser for more content & events. Read more…
The Basics movement aims to help every family help every child reach their potential. To learn about The Basics Howard County, watch the video below for an introduction to the five fun, simple and powerful ways to boost early brain development and learning for all children from birth to age three. Sign Read more…
With your support, we just donated 1,500 diapers to the Howard County Food Bank and there is still a big need. The Food Bank Needs Diapers Please consider donating size 4, 5, 6 and/or 7 diapers! Diaper need has increased this year during the pandemic, and resulting economic hardships. They Read more…
Howard County Dads is hosting a virtual Ask Me Anything session for dads age 25 and younger via Google Meet. A select panel of fathers and mentors will be fielding questions and sharing their experiences. RSVP on Facebook or Comment Below Link to Facebook Event Share this event with a Read more…
Alberton Road Trail is a popular 3.6 mile out and back trail near Milford Mill, Maryland. Get full details and maps at the All Trails page for this trail. We have local dads reviewing trails with their kids across Maryland. Check out the full list here – https://howardcountydads.com/tag/hiking/ Last month Read more…
Today I took the boys to the Wincopin Red Trail. As with all my hiking trips, this is classed as easy on All Trails. I’d put it a little above easy due to a slope down to the water and up the other side after walking around the bend. Lots Read more…
Some things are just so simple they’re memorable. Taking the whole family or one-on-one time with Daddy, it’s a cool way to spend time. Here our favorite farms in the area. Larriland Farm pickyourown.com The Larriland Farm is personally our family favorite, but to be fair it’s been the only Read more…
We are a local resource for dads to share advice, activity ideas, and connect with other cool dads. There’s no better time than now for us to be sharing ways to capitalize on these strange times. These Dad Spotlight videos highlight some of the cool activities we’ve recently seen in Read more…
Infantino let us know they had a new carrier available and wanted to send it to the HoCo Dads. We reached out to dads with little ones and found the Arpasi family to give the Infantino In Season 5 Layer Ergonomic Carrier a try in exchange for their opinion. Here Read more…
Our family linked up with a couple of others overseas to write letters between the elementary-aged kids. As we worked through the process, all of us (parents included) got more into the activity. It turned into an impressive blend of life skills and entertainment. Life Skills & Entertainment As we Read more…