Here you’ll read all about taking kids camping and hiking. You’ll find gear reviews, camping tips and guides, camping recipes, inspiration, and more.
Hiking is a great way to spend quality time with family while also getting out for fresh air and exercise. But let’s be real, even the most picturesque trail can get a bit boring after a while! …. especially for kids that may not have wanted to head out in the first place. So, that’s […]
17 hiking games for your next family hike – no more bored kids! Read More »
Believe it or not, we love road trips! Experience has taught us what to bring on a road trip in order to enjoy our time together in our small space on wheels. In fact, we’ve made some memories I’m rather fond of in the car. “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey,” right?
Family road trip tips (all the essentials you don’t want to forget!) Read More »
Roadschooler, worldschooler, homeschooler, parent, traveller, learner… do any of these titles describe you? There are so many ways to educate our children these days and so many different tools, philosophies, ideals, and systems to lean to in order to push our children into the learning we feel they should have. We’re one such family that
The Great Canadian Adventure Review (using it homeschooling and camping) Read More »
The day we bought our trailer was bitter sweet. It was exciting to be getting a camper trailer, but there was that small voice inside saying we’ve sold out… we’ve failed… moving from a tent to a trailer. Will we still be roughin’ it? Can we still call ourselves campers? Funny isn’t it, how we
How we squeeze a family of 5 into our old, tiny trailer! Read More »
Camping is a favorite hobby of many, especially in the summer. But when the weather turns chilly, especially at night, sometimes you have to get creative in the way you stay warm. When your camper doesn’t have electricity, how do you heat it? We don’t winter camping, but we do get cold weather when we’re
How we heat our camper without electricity Read More »
Nothing can ruin a camping trip quite as quickly as being cold at night. Staying warm in a sleeping bag can be a bit of a tricky endeavor, but having the proper gear and knowing how to use it all is probably the best way to ensure a warm night’s sleep. Read on for tips,
All Secrets Revealed: How to stay warm in a sleeping bag! Read More »
Whether you’re new to camping or have been camping for years, it’s always a good idea to have a basic camping gear list on hand. Make up your own or use this camping gear list to make sure you’ve got everything you need! Use it when you’re checking your gear at the beginning of the
Printable camping gear list for families: get organized! Read More »
It doesn’t have to take you three days to pack for a two day camping trip. Gather up all those random scraps of paper and camping lists and grab these camping with kids checklists instead! I’ll tell you a secret: your kids don’t care if you bring the foldable kitchen or if there’s a table
Camping with kids packing list & tips for stress-free family camping! Read More »
There are a few basic bear safety rules for keeping yourself and your kids safe around bears. Below, you’ll find various information, tips, and tidbits gathered from reliable North American sources. These are some of the topics we’ll discuss: The intention of this article is to arm you, not alarm you. Should we be worried
Bear safety tips you need to know (for families!) Read More »
If you’re adventuring outdoors in bear country it is best practice to carry a can of bear spray with you. But, if the need arose, would you actually know how to use your bear spray? Believe me, if you find yourself face to face with a mamma bear, you won’t have time to read the
Bear spray: why you need it and how to use it Read More »
