Choosing the right apparel for kids to hike in is an important piece of having a good hiking experience! That doesn’t mean it has to be complicated or expensive or ultra-specialized, but following some simple guidelines can increase the likelihood that your kids will enjoy hiking and want to spend more time exploring the great … Read more
Backpacking with Pack Goats Horses, llamas and goats, oh my! Thought to only be used in the backcountry by commercial caravans, pack animals for families is a growing trend. Excited about our expanding family, there were questions looming about how adventures after baby would be different or even possible. Pack goats were the solution for … Read more
Best Hiking Strollers Have you seen people out on local trails with rugged strollers while you’ve been carrying a whining toddler over your shoulder? If that’s been you then perhaps you are wondering how you can join the hiking stroller club so you can more fully enjoy the trails without feeling like you’re in a … Read more
Best Summertime Reads to Get the Whole Family Reading We all know it’s important to keep up with reading during the summer. But we also know it’s ideal to read books that capture the essence of summer and the adventures that families are bound to have. You may be looking for new books to add … Read more
Diapering in the Outdoors Adventuring outdoors with a baby is a lot of fun for both parents and baby. But if you’ve never done it, you might have some questions. For instance, how do you deal with diapering outdoors? For many parents diapering and all the waste that comes with it, is a big concern … Read more
Camping Gear for Kids Camping is one of our families’ favorite activities in the summer and fall. We like to go to local state parks, and then plan longer trips to campground further away. We read blogs and articles with our kids and teens about places we haven’t been, and then decide which new spot … Read more