LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
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Publisher Sarah Taylor Managing Editor Erin Page Assistant Editor Lindsay Cuomo Contributing Writers April Deocariza Stacey Johnson, LPC Rebekah Mack Contributing Photographer Bridget Pipkin Art Director Stacy Noakes Senior Project Manager Kirsten Holder Director of Events Marissa Raglin Sales Dana Price Laura Beam Office Manager Andrea Shanks
PHOTO BY STACY NOAKES
A nyone else feel like the word “adventure” is a rosy way to describe the past year of our lives?! Who knew 2020 and into 2021 would include parenting feats like conquering multiplication tables (again), acquiring the often-elusive package of toilet paper or reaching expert level in video chatting? But when you think about the definition of adventure — an unusual, typically hazardous experience or the exploration of unknown territory — I’d say that pretty well hits the nail on the head. In that vein, this spring we’re bringing you adventure in every sense of the word, from activities and trips to opportunities to learn and understand. Find safe, close-to-home family fun ideas in our Spring Break itinerary on page 10 and road trips promising outdoor adventure around the state on page 48. Check out summer camp ideas to match every child’s personality and interest, including both
virtual and in-person options, on page 40. Learn about how the Land Run reenactment traditions of the past can be harmful and find alternative ways to understand our state’s history and appreciate modern day Native culture on page 16. Read about a courageous young girl whose parents share their family’s journey with autism in our Super Kids series on page 58. Whether your family has endured extreme challenges or you’ve relished in more quality time with the people you love most over the past year, I hope the dawn of spring gives you renewed strength and the opportunity to plan either rest or adventure as needed. With gratitude,
Erin Page Managing Editor
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This Month’s Cover Happy birthday to Cover Kid Iker, who turns 10 this month! Iker’s mom Carla describes him as very independent and a true helper. He attends Deer Creek Schools, and his hobbies include dominating math challenges, creating origami and playing soccer. Iker is thoughtful, has a great sense of humor and is especially hip to OKC’s local restaurant scene. He has an older brother named Derek and enjoys spending time with his dad in Kansas City. Fun fact: Iker is reigning Rey de La29, king of the Southwest 29th District in Oklahoma City, crowned during the district’s El Día del Niño event each spring.
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