Rocky Talkies for Families Review We have quickly found that with kids of all ages, it is super hard to keep them all huddled together. Our oldest is 12 and our youngest is 4, so their adventure speed is drastically different. Over the past year or so we have been extensively testing Rocky Talkies. We … Read more
DIY Fire Starters Kids Can Make Everyone loves having outdoor fires with kids, but sometimes starting them takes time and patience that you don’t have. Luckily, fire starters to the rescue, and as a bonus it’s really fun to get the kids involved by participating in making their own fire starters! The basic principle here … Read more
A well-stocked first aid kit should be a foundational piece of gear for every outdoor adventuring person. You might not need it every time, but when you do need it, you REALLY need it. Last month, we went on a backpacking trip as a family. We made it to our campsite without any mishaps. We … Read more
What to do about ticks and your outdoor life Last year, five-year-old Max woke up with a low-grade fever. Assuming it was a viral infection, his mom, Janet, monitored him closely. As she watched, her tender-hearted and normally active child became very lethargic. Max’s pediatrician ordered tests for both Lyme disease and COVID-19. Both results … Read more
How to stop the spread of invasive species as you hike, boat and camp We are in the middle of our Clean Your Gear Challenge week (it’s not too late to join!), but there’s MORE to cleaning gear besides just keeping it functioning well. When you’re conscious of what’s on your gear (mud, plants, etc.) … Read more
First Aid Kits for the Outdoor Family We’ve all been there. A bike crash that results in a gashed open knee. Stumbling upon a surprise ground wasp nest in the middle of a hiking trail. Children cavorting into a massive patch of poison ivy looking for a perfect stick (my kids aren’t the only ones … Read more