17 Tips for Hiking with Little Kids (As Shared by Outdoorsy Parents)
Posted in: HikingAs a mom of two, I can tell you that hiking with toddlers or really little kids isn’t always easy. There are a lot of hurdles to overcome and your
As a mom of two, I can tell you that hiking with toddlers or really little kids isn’t always easy. There are a lot of hurdles to overcome and your
Hiking with kids means that you have a lot of extra things to carry (including carrying your kids sometimes!). You are probably eager for your kids to start carrying their
Getting outdoors in cold winter weather is definitely much more of a challenge or, at the very least, a bit of a hassle. But if you are willing to put
As a general rule, kids can hike a ½ to 1 mile per year of age. At around 10 years old, experienced and fit kids can start to go on
As an experienced backpacker and camper, I am prepared for wild animals like bears and snakes. However, cows were not an animal that I really thought much about… Until a
The sun can be your worst enemy when doing certain outdoor activities – like hiking at high altitudes or cycling in summertime. Obviously, you take precautions like wearing sunscreen, a
When hiking or backpacking in freezing weather, you run the risk of your water freezing. Even if the water doesn’t completely freeze, drinking icy-cold water can also cause problems since
Fleece jackets are those revolutionary items which take little space in your pack but come with plenty of comfort and warmth. It’s natural to wonder when and whether fleece jackets
It’s no surprise that people have turned to GPS trackers or hiking apps to navigate new trails. Though some of the more old-school hikers shrug new technology off, preferring to
I never really thought too much about trekking poles. After all, I’m young and have yet to experience any problems with knee or hip pain. And, if the terrain got
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