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The Ultimate Family Backpacking Checklist

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So you’re ready to step it up a notch and hike your kids into the wild. You want to get away from the car campsite, where RV’s and motor homes wouldn’t dream of reaching. A backpacking adventure with kids is a fantastic way to truly unplug and enjoy nature. Whether you’re an experienced backpacker, or just dipping your toes in at a walk-in campsite, with our family backpacking checklist, you should wander into the trees with confidence.

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December 14, 2019
Great gift ideas for outdoor families
Camping and Hiking Tips, International Travel Tips, Road Trip Tips With Kids, Travel Tips

29 Actually Useful Gift Ideas for Family Travelers

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Do you have an outdoors-loving or jet-setting family member who doesn’t return texts when you ask for ideas for an upcoming birthday or the holidays? We know all about that daughter, or brother, or grandson… because we are guilty as charged. It’s hard to think of gift ideas when we’re building fires, climbing trees, or planning our post-pandemic global adventures! If you or a family member need holiday gift ideas for travelers of all kinds, read along.

We are first and foremost advocates of giving experiences over material gifts. From concert tickets to passes to National Parks, experiences always make the best gifts. But even minimalist families need a few things to support their adventures. These great gift ideas for travelers are our favorite items and items on our wish list this holiday season.

Happy Holidays!

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September 27, 2019
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Camping and Hiking, Camping and Hiking Tips, Travel Tips

Car Camping Menu the Whole Family will Love!

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Camping meal ideas usually go like this:

Hotdogs, smores, potato pockets, PB&J, repeat.

Hotdogs, smores, potato pockets, PB&J, repeat.

C’mon man! Camping meal ideas don’t have to be bland and you don’t have to be a professional chef either. We’ve been testing different options for the past few years and have made your lives easy. Behold our 5 day complete car camping food menu:

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August 17, 2019
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Toddler car camping essentials

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There’s something magical about sleeping under the stars as a child. The unbounded imagination of a toddler runs wild while thinking about the galaxy. Engaging in pretend play with a pile of sticks or scavenger hunting for leaves or animal tracks is hard to top. This is of course except when considering the pure joy of smashing around inside a tent, hiding from mom and dad only to pop out the back entrance. The thought of arranging such an adventure may seem a bit overwhelming, but to ease your anxiety, we’ve come up with an essential guide for car camping with toddlers.

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July 20, 2019
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