How to keep kiddos cool on trail when hiking in summer
“I want to go home!” whined my almost 3-year-old as he sat down in a huff on the trail. My […]
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Ten Easy Outdoors Activities for Toddlers
This post (Activities for Toddlers) is a continuation of our Outdoor Activities series. Our goal with this series is to […]
Kids’ Perspective: 5 things kids like about hiking in the rain and cold
Cooler, wet temperatures and shorter days tend to keep families indoors during this time of year. It’s a lot of […]
Keeping Your Family Warm on the Trail this Winter
As we head into winter and have the added challenge of trying to stay warm, one of the most common […]
5 Winter Hiking Games to Keep Your Kids Motivated on the Trail
Playing in the snow is a lot of fun for kids. But hiking in the snow can be a bit […]
5 Tips to Enjoy the Outdoors in Unfavorable Weather Conditions
Let’s face it. As the temperature drops, so can our motivation to bundle up the family and get outside. The […]
How to Layer Yourself and Your Baby When Babywearing in the Cold
Winter is upon us, and as much as this weather makes us want to hibernate and never leave the house […]
How to hike with kids this winter: family-approved hacks
It’s officially winter! While many people cringe at the thought of trying to convince our kids (and ourselves) to layer […]
Celebrate Babywearing With Hike it Baby’s Top 5 Blog Posts on Babywearing
Happy Babywearing Month! Each year people all over the world celebrate babywearing during the month of October! Not only is […]
How to hike while breastfeeding on trail
Originally posted August 2019 In August 1990, a declaration was signed to promote World Breastfeeding Week (Aug. 1-7) to […]
Simple, Quick and Easy Outdoor Activities for Infants
We all know that it’s great to get kids outside and that nature play has a multitude of benefits, but […]
Tips and Tricks for Applying Insect Repellent
In partnership with Natrapel As parents we have a million things going through our minds at any given moment. So, […]
First time hiking with kids? Helpful tips to get out on trail
Originally posted January 2018. When we start something new, we tend to need extra help. Heck! When my family returns […]
Top Tips for Hiking with Toddlers
Originally posted June 2017. I have gone hiking with my toddler since she was born, and although some aspects of […]
Useful Hiking Tips and Tricks for Busy Families
Originally published August 13, 2018 We live in a busy world. This is even more true for families with children! […]
Your Fool-Proof Guide To Getting Your Family Out the Door This Winter
Your Fool-Proof Guide To Getting Your Family Out the Door This Winter (without all the hassle and sweat!) It’s beautiful […]
Tips for Getting Outside When The Days Get Shorter
The Daylight Hours Are Getting Shorter As the days wind down and head toward the settled nature of winter, as […]
Fall Gear Essentials for Your Next Outdoor Adventure
Fall hiking gets complicated. Going outside in the summer seems easy by comparison. Shorts, a t-shirt, throw on some shoes, […]
How to Take Your First Steps Outside with a New Baby
Having a baby is scary. There, I said it. Whether you gave birth to a baby, watched your partner or […]
Celebrate National Breastfeeding Month 2020 with These Tips and Virtual Events
On August 6, 2011, the United States Breastfeeding Committee officially declared that August is National Breastfeeding Month. Additionally, Native Breastfeeding […]
Tips and Information for Visiting a National Park During COVID-19
COVID-19 quickly ushered in several changes to our daily lives. And now that things are opening back up we all […]
What Dads Are Packing In Their Hiking Packs (And You Should, Too!)
It’s the night before a hike and you’re prepping the bags. We all know the typical things we pack: Water […]
Five Easy Ways to Get Back on Trail Hiking Post Quarantine
COVID-19 disrupted life and left many of us aching to get back out hiking and enjoying nature. And while the […]
Can You Take a “Hike” in the City?
What it Means to “Hike” When we think of hiking, most of us envision dramatic mountains covered in deep green […]
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, […]
5 Helpful Articles for a Successful Winter Hiking Experience with Kids
Starting out as a new parent can be daunting enough but trying to get kids outside, especially in the wintertime, […]
How to Overcome These 6 Common Winter Hiking Dangers
Winter hiking can often be more rewarding than summer hiking. After all, it’s easy to get out of the house […]
Top Three Things to Pack On Your Next Winter Hike With Your Toddler
I’m from Wisconsin and though we’ve had a warm winter so far, winter usually means lots of snow, cold temps […]
Hiking in Every Stage of Life
While many of us have outdoor-related goals for the new year, reaching these goals can be a daunting task when […]
5 Tips to Help You Have a Successful First Day Hike
A New Year’s Day Tradition New Year’s Day marks the end of the holiday season. It is the perfect time […]
National Take a Hike Day – Insider Advice to Get Your Family on Trail Successfully with Hike it Baby
Celebrating National Take a Hike Day “Hipsters tend to stick to hiking backcountry rivers. They’re less mainstream.” We at Hike […]
5 Insider Tips to Booking a Stress Free Family Camping Trip
Plan Ahead, They Said. We’ve all been there. After a seemingly endless winter springtime arrives, the weather warms up and […]
Hiking Etiquette Tips for Every Trail
We love this image the National Park Service shared on their Facebook page about hiking etiquette. Although our National Park […]
4 Tips for Pumping on Trail
I had a really hard time taking care of my needs after the birth of my first child. So, when […]
5 Tips to Help Your Family Get Outside After the Kids go Back to School
The closing of another summer season can bring both excitement for a new school year and disappointment that the long […]
3 Breathtaking kid-friendly trails in Montana
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
How to enjoy nature safely during wildfire season
When I was a teenager, the Hayman Fire of 2002 broke out dangerously close to my hometown of Colorado Springs. […]
The Science Behind Wildfires: The Good and the Bad
While summertime can bring gorgeous weather and a plethora of outdoor adventures, it also provides the perfect weather for fire […]
15 Fun Things to do with Kids in Lake Tahoe in the Summer
The clear, crystal blue colors of Lake Tahoe’s waters beckon the call of outdoor enthusiasts nationwide. The nation’s second deepest […]
3 Wonderful hiking venues in Virginia for families with kids
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
What to in pack your medical kit for the trail
When Benjamin Franklin famously said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” he was advising his fellow […]
4 Ways to give back to the trails
The trail means many things to many people. Some like to hide from the everyday noise and get some much-needed […]
Learning Basic Navigation Skills: Don’t get lost, get going
We all know to carry a compass as part of our 10 essentials, but how many of us know how […]
How to be prepared for wildlife encounters on the trail
To many hikers, the idea of wildlife encounters on trail is something of an “urban” myth. But depending on where […]
7 Tips for Safety on Trail With Kids
We adventure with our kids to make memories, but many fear about safety on the trail. The good news is, […]
3 Beautiful Hikes for Families With Kids in Indiana
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
5 Effective steps to prevent Lyme Disease while outdoors
Summer’s here and that means longer days and better weather for outdoorsy play, and hiking is just one of the […]
5 of the best historic places for hiking
The reasons we love the outdoors are many and varied. For some it may simply be a matter of recreation […]
12 adventures in Yosemite National Park for families with kids
Yosemite is an 1,169-square-mile national park in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. It was first protected by President Lincoln in […]
5 ways to make camping extra fun for kids
Camping trips are a summer staple. While hiking, swimming, fishing and campfires are memorable, you can also add in some […]
How to plan the ultimate beach camping adventure
Children’s laughter ringing out while they build sandcastles. The sea breeze blowing against your skin. That hypnotizing sound of the […]
Cooking by fire: fun and kid-friendly camping recipes
From warming your hands by the flames on a chilly morning to falling asleep to the soft sound of crackling […]
How to plan for camping in summer with kids
With the hot weather approaching, camping in summer can be a challenge when you’re trying to keep cool while also […]
3 Unique places to take kids in Oklahoma
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
Pros and cons: car camping vs tent camping
“And Into The Forest I Go, To Lose My Mind And Find My Soul” ~ John Muir Camping with kids […]
What to look for in a kid-friendly camping site
Are you thinking about taking a family camping adventure? Besides thinking about what to pack and what campground to visit, […]
How to have a budget-friendly camping adventure
Camping season is here and sometimes buying all the gear needed for a camping trip can add up — especially […]
3 Great adventures in Minnesota for families with young kids
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
Things to Know for Your First Camping Trip
Camping can be a great escape from the ordinary. A chance to see things from a different perspective, like the […]
10 Unforgettable things to do in Glacier National Park with kids
Glacier National Park is aptly known as the Crown of the Continent. Its rugged mountains, turquoise lakes and ancient forests […]
