If your family is new to camping and outdoor adventures, or if some people just don’t like to be without basic levels of comfort, hut trips can be a great introduction to more extended backcountry trips. You can also avoid carrying quite so much gear or investing in so much gear as you dip your … Read more
For those of us who love the outdoors, accumulating more “stuff” can leave us a little conflicted. When we receive gifts or give to our loved ones we hope they are items that benefit (or at least don’t harm) our planet. If those gifts can support our outdoor activity habits, that’s wonderful. And if the … Read more
Ever hiked up to a secluded lake or happened upon a beautiful river during a road trip and wished you could do more than look at it? Enter a Kokopelli packraft: an inflatable boat that’s lightweight, portable, and capable.
As a family who loves being out on the water and takes full advantage of summer, we are always searching out swimming holes. We had the opportunity to try out the Isle Pioneer paddle board the past few months, and we loved it! We chose Isle’s Pioneer model– their all around inflatable and best selling … Read more
Kids clothing can be overwhelming! They grow so fast, and outdoorsy kids in particular are often so hard on clothing. Below is a guide for an outdoor capsule wardrobe for kids, to help you better simplify their closet! Why a Capsule Wardrobe? There are so many excellent reasons to want to limit your children’s clothing … 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