Best Family Tents 2026

Best family tents

Whether you’re new to camping or a seasoned pro, your first tent or your newest upgrade is one of the biggest and most exciting purchases. Your tent is your home away from home, and it’s important that it can fit your family and gear, and protect you from the elements. If you live somewhere where … Read more

Best Sleeping Bags for Kids 2026

Kids in REI and Marmot Sleeping Bags

When people think about taking kids camping, their biggest concern is almost always how are people going to sleep (and WILL sleep actually happen???). And with good reason – it’s hard for kids to do change sometimes…and even more so when they’re suddenly in a sleeping bag instead of a bed. Because of this we … Read more

Helpful Tips for Adventuring with Neurodiverse Kids

Kids playing at a playground

Who is this post for? This post is for everyone, but… we are really focusing on parents of neurodiverse kids! Whether your child is formally identified/diagnosed or not, if you think your child experiences the world differently, this post is for you. Neurodiversity is a broad term. We have personal experience with ADHD, anxiety, and … Read more

Best Hiking Shoes for Kids 2026

best hiking shoes for kids

Spending the money on pint-sized hiking shoes for kids can feel like a waste, especially when your child is going to grow out of them so quickly. Can your child just get away with wearing their basic kids running shoes or sandals on a hike? Well, yes, but mostly no. If your hikes are mainly … Read more

Sleeping Pads for Families 2026

None of us like the feeling of waking up on a flat air mattress in the middle of the night. We can tough it out, but it still makes for a cruddy night. Sleep is universally accepted to be important, right? Many folks’ number one fear of camping is being unable to sleep. They have … Read more

Outdoor Gifts for Father’s Day

Dad With Kids Looking at Water

Father’s Day is coming soon. Both days can be a wonderful time to give someone important in your family a special gift. A gift to make their outdoor adventures more relaxing, taste better, or more comfortable. Or simply give a gift that makes that special parent feel special on everyday adventures. We have put together … Read more