What makes Play Outside different from other outdoor clothing brands?

Play Outside creates comfort-first outdoor essentials designed to work across real life, not just one activity or season. Our clothing is sun-safe, versatile, and built to perform from beach to snow while remaining soft, flattering, and easy to wear.

Is Play Outside clothing flattering on real women’s bodies?

Yes. Our clothing is designed for real women’s bodies, not idealized or Instagram-perfect fits. We prioritize movement, softness, and ease so pieces feel comfortable, drape well, and look great throughout the day.

Is Play Outside clothing made for outdoor performance?

Absolutely. Our pieces are built to perform outdoors in changing conditions including heat, wind, cold, and movement, while still being suitable for everyday life, travel, and time outside with kids.

What is sun safe apparel?

Sun safe apparel is clothing designed to help protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Play Outside uses UPF-rated fabric so sun protection is built directly into what you wear without extra layers or chemical treatments.

What’s the difference between UPF and SPF?

SPF measures how sunscreen protects your skin, while UPF measures how much UV radiation a fabric blocks. UPF clothing provides consistent protection that does not wear off or require reapplication.

Why do you use bamboo fabric?

Bamboo fabric is naturally soft, breathable, temperature-regulating, and gentle on skin. It stays comfortable in warm weather and layers well in colder conditions without stiffness or itch.

How can the same clothing work in both summer and winter?

Play Outside clothing uses temperature-regulating bamboo fabric and layer-friendly construction. It stays breathable in summer and retains warmth when layered in winter, allowing the same piece to work year-round.

Do you release new styles every season?

No. We focus on timeless, versatile pieces that remain in our collection year after year. Each iteration is refined using real customer feedback to continuously improve performance, comfort, and fit.

Introducing the Surf & Turf Kids Outdoor Club: Adventure, Community, and Fun for Kids

At Play Outside, we believe in sparking a love for the outdoors in kids, one muddy puddle, sandy beach, or forest trail at a time. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce the Surf & Turf Kids Outdoor Club—a program designed to help families start their own kids’ outdoor club, wherever they are!

This isn’t just about getting outside (though that’s a big part of it). It’s about creating memories, fostering curiosity, and building a sense of community around the magic of nature.

What is the Surf & Turf Kids Outdoor Club?

The Surf & Turf Kids Outdoor Club is a simple, fun, and meaningful way to connect kids and families to nature. Whether you’re exploring hiking trails, organizing beach days, or hosting backyard bug hunts, this club makes it easy to bring people together for outdoor adventures.

Here’s the best part: you don’t need anything to start! All you need is a group of kids, a sense of adventure, and our free guide to help you get started.

If you want to make your club extra special, we’ve created a starter kit with vibrant T-Shirts, durable Water Bottles, Stickers Achievement Badges to keep kids motivated, and Adventure Journals. These tools add a sense of belonging and help kids feel like they’re part of something big.

Why Start a Kids Outdoor Club?

Spending time in nature isn’t just fun—it’s vital for kids’ health and happiness. Research shows that outdoor play boosts creativity, builds resilience, and strengthens mental health. It also helps kids form a lifelong connection to the environment, inspiring them to protect it.

Starting a kids outdoor club is a simple way to:

Encourage Exploration: Inspire curiosity about plants, animals, and the natural world.
Build Community: Strengthen friendships and connect with other outdoor-loving families.
Create Memories: Make every hike, beach trip, or backyard adventure unforgettable.

What’s Included in the Surf & Turf Program?

We’ve designed the Surf & Turf Club to be flexible, so it works for any family, anywhere.

1. Free Guide to Starting an Outdoor Club:
This guide is a simple one pager that includes step-by-step instructions, activity ideas, and resources like to find local adventures.

2. Surf & Turf Starter Kit (Optional):

T-Shirts: Lightweight, organic cotton shirts with a fun, vibrant logo.
Water Bottles: Kid-friendly, spill-proof, and perfect for any adventure.
Adventure Journals: Encouraging kids to record discoveries and reflect on their adventures.
Stickers: Each sticker is a kid friendly challenge to explore the outdoors. Win badges and be proud of their achievements. Pair them with the water bottle or journal, or simply use on their own.

These tools make it easy to create a sense of belonging and excitement for the kids in your club.

How to Get Started

Starting your club is as easy as 1-2-3:

Gather Your Crew: Invite friends, family, and neighbors to join.
Plan Your First Meetup: Use resources like AllTrails or your local parks to find beginner-friendly hikes or outdoor activities.
Make It Fun: Grab the Surf & Turf starter kit to give your club a sense of identity and keep kids motivated to explore.

Join the Movement

The Surf & Turf Kids Outdoor Club is more than just a club—it’s a movement to connect kids to the outdoors, inspire their sense of adventure, and build a community of families who care about nature.

Ready to start your journey? Download the free guide and grab your starter kit today. Together, let’s grow the next generation of nature lovers, one adventure at a time.

Start Your Outdoor Club Now