For the past few years, I’ve been using a cheap gas stove for camping and backpacking. The actual stove costs just 900 dinars ($7.50) at my local market. It uses refill puncture-style gas cartridges and these cost less than a dollar. Yes, the cheap gas stove is big and bulky, but it goes to show […]
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When I grew up, they taught kids a program called “Stranger Danger.” The goal of stranger danger was to warn kids that bad people are lurking around every corner so you should never get into a car with strangers, take candy from someone you don’t know, or even speak to strangers on the street because
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I’ll admit it – I’m one of those weird moms who actually likes snakes. While other parents are shrieking and pulling their kids away, I’m the one pointing out how cool it is that they can swim on top of water (seriously, have you seen that?). But here’s the thing: whether you love them or
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If you want to go backpacking in the great outdoors, then a backpack is one of the most essential pieces of gear you need to have (duh; backpack is in the name! 🙂). After 15+ years of backpacking with my daughter and helping dozens of friends choose their first packs, I’ve learned that buying your
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How Much Water to Bring Hiking: A Complete Guide Last Updated on 09/2025 by Mom Goes Camping After hundreds of family hiking adventures—from desert trails in Arizona to mountain paths in the Rockies—I’ve learned that getting your water planning right can make or break a hike. Too little water leads to cranky kids and safety
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When I was a kid, I once got lost in the woods when I was camping with my parents. They never found out about the situation because I managed to find my way back and didn’t tell them I’d been lost (I didn’t want them to revoke my wandering privileges). However, I now know that
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