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 […]
Trail Tips
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. […]
How to hike while breastfeeding on trail
In August 1990, a declaration was signed to promote World Breastfeeding Week (Aug. 1-7) to encourage moms to breastfeed […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Ways to get back on the trail after having a baby
A woman’s body is an incredible thing. We’re able to grow and nurture another human being while also sustaining our […]
3 Perfect South Dakota Trails for Families With Young Children
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
How to keep hiking throughout your pregnancy
We weren’t a mile into our hike midway up a steep, rocky incline when my chest started to tighten and […]
How to prevent clogged ducts on trail
Clogged ducts is a phrase no breastfeeding parent wants to hear – especially when it becomes a chronic issue. It […]
3 Great Hikes for Families With Kids in New Hampshire
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
How to babywear in the rain
Oregon means rain. And a lot of it. Like six months or more of it. There is no escaping it. […]
Fun Things to do with Kids from San Antonio to Dallas
Texas is the second largest state in the U.S. with a landscape that varies from the Gulf Coast, plains, mountains […]
3 Fun Family-Friendly Hikes in Maine
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Backpacking with Babies – part 3: 5 Things We Wish We Knew Before Our First Trip
The picture above was taken when our son, Squeaks, was fitted with his pack for the first time. It […]
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Backpacking with Babies – Part 2: Gear List
In our first part of this series, we discussed the backpacking basics with a baby on board. In Part 2, […]
Useful tips for hiking in the rain with kids
My son and I just got done hiking in the rain. I’m pulling cold, soggy socks off my 2-year-old in […]
The age gap: How siblings help each other on trail
As children, our siblings had a role in helping mold us into who we are today. They made a big […]
How to celebrate the start of spring
Daylight Saving and spring are officially here, and in most places, the snow is quickly being replaced with spring showers […]
3 Exciting trails in Texas to explore with young children
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to Backpacking with Babies: The Basics
Walking deep into the mountains, along rivers to their origins in high alpine meadows where the land meets the […]
15 Fun Things to do with Kids in Colorado Springs
Between the mild, mainly sunny climate and the close proximity to the scenic Front Range Rocky Mountain landscape, Colorado Springs […]
3 Hikes for families with young children in Florida
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
Celebrating the Changing Seasons: The Spring Equinox
What is the Spring Equinox? Also called the vernal equinox, the spring equinox marks the beginning of spring in the […]
3 Family-Friendly Hikes in Arizona
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
Sun Protection: Don’t Forget Your Hat
With Daylight Saving approaching, it’s another reminder that this wild winter weather will soon be behind us. And while some […]
10 places to visit in Acadia National Park with kids
Acadia National Park protects the natural beauty of the highest rocky headlands along the Atlantic coastline of the United States. […]
3 Great Hikes for Families with young children in Alabama
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
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 […]
How to teach your kids to be kind in nature
“Random Acts of Kindness” is a phrase everyone knows. It’s in our culture and our vocabulary. But how does it […]
3 Unforgettable hikes in Arkansas 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 […]
Night Hiking 101: How to hike safely in the dark
Winter can be tough for people like us who love the outdoors. When the sun sets early and temperatures plunge, […]
3 Hikes for Families with Young Children in West Virginia
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
8 Ways to Motivate your Family to Get Outside All Year
Depending on where you live, it can be difficult to get your family and friends motivated to get outside in […]
3 Trails in Nebraska young children will enjoy exploring
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
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 […]
How to Start Hiking Regardless of Fitness Level
It can be a never-ending cycle. You want to hike, but you don’t feel “fit” enough to hike. Yet you […]
3 Hikes for Families with Young Children in Michigan
Looking for that perfect hike in Michigan for young children? Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, […]
8 Unique Ways to Take Advantage of the Long Nights of Winter
This year, Dec. 21, not only marks the first day of winter, but also the winter solstice, which is the […]
8 ways to get out and enjoy winter with kids
If you love to hike but run short on ideas when the snow starts to fly, here are some great […]
10 Tips to raise the next generation of adventurers in a high-tech world
In a society where technology has become commonplace, people sit in restaurants and coffee shops, whether with friends or family, […]
3 Memorable Trails to Explore with Children in Maryland
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the […]
