Having the right gear can make or break a backpacking trip.  But, as a parent on a limited budget, I have a big issue with buying kids’ backpacking gear: I

Now for all those who have tried using trekking poles will attest to the fact that it’s not child’s play. However, they will also attest to the fact that having

As much as I love Mother Nature, I also know that she isn’t always kind.  Even if you are completely prepared, bad things can happen.  Nobody is immune to injury, sickness,

Not every hike is the same, nor is every hiker the same.  So, any two packing lists for hiking you see could be completely different.

The first time I went backpacking with my daughter, my pack weighed over 20kg.  That’s nearly 40lbs for those of you on the imperial system.

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

Not sure what kids hiking gear to pack? In addition to all the gear you should always bring hiking, you probably need a few extra items to make the hike

If you want to go camping or backpacking and don’t have the money to buy your own gear, then consider borrowing gear. Personally, I love it when people ask to