Cultivating Screen Free Habits in Your Family

There is increasing evidence of the dangers of screens for developing minds (and adults, if we’re honest). However, if you are going to try to reduce screen time in your family, you need to replace it with something. That’s where this post comes in! Summer is a great time to try to make changes, even … Read more

Five Sources of Adventure Burnout and What to Do

A family poses for a picture with backpacking bags on.

Adventures are full of energy, challenge, growth and, often, their own flavor of chaos. Whether on all-adult excursions, solo trips, or family adventures, these components are something the adventurous spirit craves and savors.  But if you find yourself dreading adventure, feeling constantly irritated or unmanageably overwhelmed by the process, and not in the least bit … Read more

The Ultimate Summer Adventure List for Outdoor Families

A baby smiles while sitting on a beach towel next to a lake

Get ready for summer fun! This Ultimate Summer Adventure List is packed with screen-free, outdoor activities to help your family connect, explore, and make the most of the season. It includes everything from backyard activities to unique bucket list adventures, with plenty of ideas for kids of all ages.  We’ve rounded up 100 awesome ideas … Read more

Best Women’s Hiking Pants

We know that bodies come in all different shapes and sizes, but not all clothes do. Which is why we worked hard to compile our (and our friends, team members and co-workers) favorite pants for curvy body types.

Building Grit in the Outdoors

A mother carries a baby in a baby carrier in blowing snow.

We know that getting our family outdoors boosts immunity, uplifts challenging moods, creates bonds, bolsters mental health and inspires creativity and connection to nature.  But have you thought about how we can use time outdoors for building grit in our children that will be useful in many other areas of life? Even if our family … Read more

Sun Protection Clothing for Kids 2025

Ultraviolet Protection Factor (or UPF for short) is protection against both UVA and UVB rays. We LOVE UPF clothing because it means I don’t have to deal with messy sunscreen (as much). I try to look for cooling or moisture wicking tops so we can use them for active things like hiking and biking. I … Read more