You can picture it now, you’re quickly making breakfast on the campstove while your children are seemingly occupied with sticks and rocks nearby, but then you hear it “AGGGHHHHH, GROSS! GET IT OFF! SMASH IT!” Creepy crawlies – those tiny, multi-legged creatures that traverse our gardens, forests, and imaginations. As outdoor enthusiasts, we recognize their … Read more
Without a doubt, the most stressful part of camping for me is the meal planning and grocery shopping. This is especially true if we are camping for more than just the weekend. Whether you choose to follow our meal plans to a T, or pick and choose meals that work for you, we know that these plans will save you so much time and hassle.
Mother’s Day and Father’s Day are 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 … Read more
We moms are often the connoisseurs of gift-giving, except when it comes to trying to come up with ideas for others to give us! Inevitably, without actual ideas written down, it’s easy to just end up asking for a restaurant gift card–which, don’t get me wrong, can be a great gift! But gifts for outdoor … Read more
The number one question we get about camping as a family is how to get babies and kids to sleep. Parents of young children are usually sleep deprived to some degree even at home, so thinking about adding extra challenges to getting sleep can be a huge barrier to overcome to get out and camp … Read more
My family of seven children loves to spend hours on hiking, camping, backpacking, biking, and other outdoor activities. My five oldest kids also spend about 5-10 hours a week between November and March playing competitive basketball. Balancing organized sports and outdoor time has been a constant challenge for us. As my kids have grown and … Read more