I am not the type of person who handles being cooped up inside well, so it was really important that I could get outside with my daughters even in cold, winter weather. This meant having a very good baby snow suit.
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After five years and over 150 nights of real-world testing across three continents, I can confidently say the Naturehike Cloud Up 2 has become the tent I trust most for backpacking with my daughter Isabel. What started as an experiment with a budget ultralight tent in 2019 has evolved into a comprehensive understanding of
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After 15 years of camping with my daughter Isabel across multiple countries—from the rugged terrain of Scotland to the wilderness of Norway—I’ve learned that you don’t need expensive gear to have amazing outdoor adventures. But there’s one piece of equipment where quality truly matters: your outdoor knife. I’ve tested dozens of budget knives over the
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After having my daughter, I didn’t travel much during the first year. Then, when she was two, I set off on a solo backpacking trip to Romania and Ukraine. Before I had Isabel, I hitchhiked everywhere. When planning this trip, I found myself thinking: “I’m an adult now. I can afford to pay for buses
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About this guide: I’ve been testing jogging strollers on trails, sidewalks, and camping trips for the past six years with my two kids. This guide reflects hands-on experience with multiple models, conversations with other outdoorsy parents, and extensive research into the latest 2025 models. I personally own and have extensively used the BOB Revolution Flex
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How Much GORP to Bring Backpacking? Your Complete Planning Guide After countless backpacking trips with my daughter over the past 10 years – from beginner-friendly day hikes to multi-day wilderness adventures – I’ve learned that getting your GORP portions right can make or break your trail experience. Too little, and you’ll be dreaming of gas
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