How to go Beyond Recreational Biking as a Family
CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR FRIENDS AT As parents, many of us remember the wind in our faces and […]
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Gear know-how, product reviews, gear how-tos and more to make sure your family is ready for any outdoor adventure.
Recreational Family Biking
CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR FRIENDS AT As parents, many of us remember the wind in our faces and […]
Beginning Your Family Biking Journey
CREATED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR FRIENDS AT As parents, many of us remember the wind in our faces and […]
6 Easy Ways to Enjoy a Rainy Day Outdoors with Kids
Created in partnership with our friends at Spring is here! For most of us, that means blossoming flowers, warmer […]
5 Gear Essentials for Hiking in the Rain with Kids
Just because you’re outside hiking in the rain doesn’t mean you have to be soaked to the bones. Make sure […]
Preparing for Family Camping Trips
Created in partnership with our friends at It’s not too early to start thinking about spring and summer camping for […]
The Benefits of Merino Wool
Created in partnership with our friends at If you’ve been with us for a while or researched cold-weather hiking […]
Layering for Babywearing in the Winter
Created in partnership with our friends at With so much focus on how to dress baby in the winter, we […]
How to Dress Baby for Cold-Weather Camping
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR FRIENDS AT MORRISON OUTDOORS The term “camping” may bring to mind warm summer nights and hot […]
Guide to Choosing the Right Boots for Your Family
An all-in-one guide to footwear for your family’s winter adventures! In partnership with the awesome team at Merrell We know […]
Layering Basics to Keep the Kids Cozy This Winter
We’ve all heard it before: “It’s too cold to go outside.” However, we believe that getting outside and enjoying nature […]
Hike it Baby’s Holiday Gift Guide 2020
We are heading into the holiday season of what has been one of the most stressful years for many of […]
Top 7 Features to Consider When Choosing Winter Boots for Kids
It’s that time of year again when we start seeking out winter footwear for our kiddos. While many of us […]
Morrison Outdoors Baby Sleeping Bags Upgrade Family Camping Trips
Helping Babies and Kids Sleep Better When Camping The number one thing we are asked at Hike it Baby when […]
10 Things You Wouldn’t Think to Bring On Your Next Camping Adventure But You Should
Are you planning a family camping adventure this season? If so, you have likely seen the extensive gear checklists and […]
Father’s Day Gift Guide 2020
The term “Dad” is synonymous with strength and love for many of us. Whether he is your own father, the […]
8 Wonderful Reasons To Wear Your Wellies all Year
Wellies, galoshes, gumboots, rain boots… regardless of what you call them, they tend to be an essential footwear choice for […]
Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2020
Mother’s Day Gift Recommendations from the Hike it Baby Staff For many of us, the word “Mom” conjures images of […]
Great Companies Giving Back: Lifestraw and the Give Back Program
What makes our earth so unique is the presence of water. This key substance connects every aspect of life on […]
Tips for Staying Properly Hydrated on the Hiking Trail
While the kids in our lives may consider our constant reminders to drink more water an annoying form of nagging, […]
Why And When Your Kid Will Benefit From a Lightweight Hiking Shoe
As we start to see the spring light at the end of the winter tunnel, it’s time to think about […]
How Hike it Baby Families Use Water Filters to Access Clean Water Every day, Everywhere
With the vast majority of our planet’s surface covered in water (over 70%!), drinkable water should be easy to find, […]
Great Companies Giving Back: Turtle Fur and #ProjectWarmth
Here at Hike it Baby, it’s no secret that we love the outdoors. We feel everyone should have the opportunity […]
How to Comfortably Fit a Hard Frame Child Carrier for You and Your Baby
Frame Carrier Advantages One of the greatest advantages of a kid’s hard frame carrier is your ability to carry more […]
How to Use Layers to Keep Your Kids Warm and Happy in All Temperatures
We’ve all been hearing it: “It’s too cold to go outside.” However, we believe that getting outside and enjoying nature […]
How to Adjust a Child Carrier for all Body Types
Finding Your Child Carrier Fit Have you ever put on a child carrier and felt the straps digging into your […]
How to Choose a Winter Boot for Your Little Explorer
Chilly mornings and shorter days are a sure sign winter is approaching. Which also means it’s time to pull out […]
Introducing the Merrell Little Kid’s Bare StepsⓇ Hut Moc in Exclusive Hike it Baby Design
Your little hikers can take big steps in the Merrell Bare Steps Hut Moc, now available in a special edition […]
The Best Sun Hats for Kids and Babies
Summer is winding down and kids are headed back to school, but that doesn’t mean the warm weather is going […]
Deuter launches first women’s fit hiking kid carrier
As a hiking family, there’s arguably one piece of gear that’s essential — a carrier. Choosing the right carrier can […]
Shoes for all Your Outdoor Summer Adventures
Summer is here! That means school is out, the temperatures are rising, the days are longer and adventures abound! That […]
6 Outdoor essentials every guy needs in his hiking pack
Hiking, backpacking and adventure travel all require an array of gear. From the outdoor essentials to the luxury items, […]
Father’s Day Gift Guide 2019
2019 Father’s Day Gift Ideas Here at Hike it Baby, we love dads. Whether he is our own father, the […]
Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2019
Here at Hike it Baby, we love moms. Whether she is the woman who gave birth to us, the mother […]
How to Pack for a Hiking Vacation
Spring break is right around the corner. All that’s standing in your way now is packing for your trip, which […]
Fitness Trackers: Finding the right one for you
For many of us, January is a time when we set new goals for the coming year to improve and […]
How to keep your family warm on trail in winter
As we head into winter and have the added challenge of trying to stay warm, one of the most common […]
2018 Holiday Gift Guide for the Outdoor Family
It’s that time again for our annual holiday gift guide to help give you ideas for the outdoor adventurers on […]
How to find the right fit with a frame carrier
Finding a hard-frame carrier that fits mama (or daddy!) and her little one can be confusing and overwhelming to both […]
Love the Layer You’re in: Cold Weather Camping
I learned early to layer in the winter. Growing up, I was always cold. Our house was drafty and we […]
How to save money on outdoor gear
There’s no doubt outdoor gear is expensive. Outfitting yourself in hiking boots, wicking layers, a waterproof jacket, a soft carrier […]
Choosing the right shoes for your beginner walker
One of the most exciting milestones for a parent is watching their little one take their first wobbling, awkward steps. […]
How to enhance your lifestyle and well-being with electric bikes
This summer, due to various circumstances, we decided to become a one-car family, temporarily, from early summer until fall. We […]
How hats help keep families safe outside
When my son, Mason, was born, I didn’t have very many friends with kids, so like many new moms, I […]
5 Hiking essentials that are worth your money
When my family relocated to Vermont in the Spring of 2017, we suddenly found ourselves with a ton of free […]
Types of Water Treatment for Hiking and Backpacking
I’m a big believer that some of the best family memories occur outside. When I think back to my own […]
Raincoats review: Staying dry on the trails
As we head into summer, one thing we need to prep for while out hiking is the surprise shower. When […]
Backpacking with the Family: Four-Man Tent Review
Backpacking with the family is a combination of good planning, patience and carrying the right gear with you. After a […]
Balance Bikes vs. Training Wheels
Teaching your child to ride a bike can be one of the most exciting experiences for you and your little […]
Sleep Soundly – Review of Kids Sleeping Bags
If your family is gearing up to go camping with kids this summer, finding the right kids sleeping bags will […]
Gourmet on the Go – Trail Meals for Families
Whether you want to take a trip into the back country for a few days or want to hike all […]
2018 Mother’s Day Gift Guide
We often talk about inspiring wellness here at Hike it Baby. It’s so important that it is one of our […]
Outdoor Family Gear: New Brands Roundup
This past January, our Hike it Baby team ventured to Outdoor Retailer to meet with companies and organizations serving outdoor […]
Snuggle Up – Comparison of Double Sleeping Bags
When you start to think about backpacking, you start to research gear. A lot of gear. To me, there are […]
Light it Up: Headlamp Reviews
In this roundup of headlamp reviews, Shanti tests out six headlamps for hiking and camping with the whole family. I’m […]
The Ultimate Guide to Camping with Kids
Camping is one of those outdoor adventures that leaves lasting memories and provides stories for years to come. Camping with […]
Down for Adventure – Comparison of 7 Lightweight Jackets
I am a hot hiker. No, not a supermodel, y’all; I mean I get HOT when I hike. But I […]
Caring for Your Down Jacket
So you have a snazzy new down jacket and you want to get the most life out of it you […]
The New Era of the Family Camping Tents
As your family grows, it’s common for your family’s tent needs to grow, too. For us, life before Mason was […]
5 Sports Bras for the Active Woman
Boobs, the twins, the ladies, our bust – we’ve probably all got quite a few names we like to use. And, […]
