Just as with so many family adventures, planning, prepping, and organizing food for ski days can feel like a huge task and hurdle, on top of all of the other planning and gear organization that goes along with awesome adventures. While it’s easy to throw together the quickest options as you get out the door … Read more
Before I was a mom, I had grand plans about my kids eating only fruits and vegetables with no processed sugar. I imagined that my kids would eat everything I made for them – or if they got hungry enough they would eventually eat. If you are a parent, you’re probably laughing because you know … Read more
If you’re heading out for a day hike with kids, packing a picnic is a great way to make the outing more enjoyable. Stopping mid-hike to eat can boost energy levels and raise spirits. And scoping out a good picnic spot can be a fun challenge that to keeps kids moving as you get closer … Read more
The refrigerator is one of those modern conveniences that has become such a huge part of daily life it can be hard to imagine going without it. If you’re planning a camping trip you may be wondering what foods you can even take along if you won’t have access to a fridge. Camping for a … Read more
Backpacking Food Ideas for Families It can be daunting to transition from car camping to backpacking because you have to carry everything. All of a sudden you aren’t just thinking about food that can be cooked outside easily but food that is light and nutritious that your kids will eat. I once spent a 3-day … Read more
How to Store Food in Bear Country Food storage is super important for your own safety, for the people who visit the area after you, and also for the safety of bears. When I was 17, I was backpacking in Shenandoah National Park with a group of friends. I woke up in the night to … Read more