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I am a big believer in the fact that an investment in great gear is a worthwhile step in helping get the entire family out.
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Best Hiking Shoes for Kids
Spending the money on pint-sized hiking shoes for kids can feel like a a waste, especially when your child is going …
For many families, summertime means more time in the water. And activities like stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing and rafting can be enjoyed by even …
Best family tents for backpacking and car camping for 2022
Whether you’re new to camping or a seasoned pro, your first tent or your newest upgrade …
Reima Shoes Review
I have four boys who are notoriously hard on gear, especially shoes. That makes shoes a little tricky and always a pain to …
WeeDo Funwear perfectly blends the worlds of function and fashion with their extremely well-build, one-piece snowsuits. Believe me when I say they thought of everything …
Minimalist Winter Boots for the Whole Family
When many people think winter footwear the images that come to mind are big thick clunky boots. For footwear …
Best Gifts for Campers
Fresh morning air. Hearing the birds call as you wake up. A cup of steaming hot coffee enjoyed next to a campfire. …
Gifts for Outdoorsy Women
Lets face it. Gift buying is hard. Gift buying can sometimes be even harder for women with passionate hobbies. It is hard …
What is the Lifehandle?
The Lifehandle is a versatile sling that allows you to carry gear, equipment, and even kids with a little more ease. It …
Best Outdoorsy Stocking Stuffers
Looking for some stocking stuffers for the outdoor-lovers in your life that won’t be just thrown away in a couple weeks? We’ve got …
Gifts for Outdoorsy Kids for Learning
When we play outside we are having fun and learning at the same time! Play is serious business and learning …
KidORCA Over the Knee Rain Boot Review
Every kid eventually finds that puddle that is a little too deep and then fills their rain boots. But …
lululemon for Outdoorsy Women
“lululemon, isn’t that a fruit?” are the first words I remember my husband uttering after hearing of lululemon for the first time. …
Jan and Jul Rain Gear Review
It’s mud season. We aren’t quite ready to bring out the snow gear yet here in the Pacific Northwest, but …
Best Puffy Jackets for Kids
A great way to help keep kids warm in the winter is a puffy jacket, filled with either a down or …
Best Winter Boots for Kids 2021
Over the past 12 years we have had SO many kid boots come through this house. Some have been fantastic …
Best Rain Gear For Kids
All too often a wet day is an excuse to stay inside if you don’t have the right gear to keep …
Best Family and Kids Camping Chairs
Having a comfy spot to sit after adventuring all day is the best. Keep reading for some of our …
Sleeping well is practically a quest for the Holy Grail when we camp with our kids. My husband particularly struggles to sleep well, even when …
Best UPF Clothing for Kids
Ultraviolet Protection Factor (or UPF for short) is protection against both UVA and UVB rays. We LOVE UPF clothing because it …
Best camping mats for the whole family
None of us like the feeling of waking up on a flat air mattress in the middle of the …
Best Hiking Gear for Kids
As much as we may like to admit it, kids do benefit from proper hiking gear just like adults. The goal …
Best Water Shoes for Kids
It’s summer time. You’ve reached that glorious season of parenting when your kids (hopefully) want nothing more than to be …
Best Water Bottles for Kids
Water bottles have been on my mind. It happens every year when spring is on the horizon and warm, sunny days …