For many, summer is the best time of year to do outdoor activities, however, environmental conditions are not always the most suitable with these smokey conditions, especially for our children. When this is the case, it is better to do indoors activities. Diane Gallagher, Projects Coordinator with the Be Fit for Life Centre at Lethbridge Polytechnic, explains why it is important for our children to stay active and what factors to consider when planning to spend time out.