Kokopelli Packraft Review

mom and daughter paddling on river

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. 

Isle Pioneer Paddle Board Review

A mother and son sit atop a paddle board surrounded by mountains and pine trees.

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

Outdoor Capsule Wardrobe for Kids

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

Best Picnic Foods for a Hike

Girl eating jello out of a jar while out hiking

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

Packing an Adventure Bag

I love being a mom and teaching my kids to love the outdoors, but let’s face it, it’s a lot harder to get out the door once you have kids. Gone are the days when I could wake up, toss a protein bar and a water bottle into my backpack, and take off for a … Read more

Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL5 Tent Review

Big Agnus Copper Spur HV UL5 Tent with mountain and tree background

We’re a big outdoor-loving family, always on the lookout for gear that makes our adventures easier with our kids. Our journey with the Big Agnes Copper Spur HV UL5 Tent began when we realized we needed a more spacious and reliable shelter for our backpacking trips. With four young children, ages 2 to 7, finding … Read more