Since campfires are an essential part of the family camping experience, campfire safety for kids is an integral part of any camp experience. As avid family campers, we’ve talked with our son about the dos and don’ts of fire safety many times. Go Over the Rules Every Time How many times do you need to…
Are you looking for some fun and engaging activities to keep your kids entertained during your camping adventure? Here are some ideas that will help keep them busy and having fun! Active Camping Games Active games are perfect camping activities for younger kids who have a lot of energy to burn. Here are some ideas…
The best way to prepare before you head out on the trail, is to go through a checklist of the 10 essentials for kids. Both adults in our family of 3 were scouts, so we’re more comfortable when we’re well prepared on either a hiking or camping trip. Safety is our priority. What are the…
Having a baby monitor while camping will give you confidence and peace of mind while camping. Relax at the camp fire or go check on your camping neighbors without worrying about the baby.
When you’re packing for a camping trip with young kids, you might wonder, “Does my toddler need their own sleeping bag?” The answer according to me, is yes, it’s best to get a youth or toddler sleeping bag for your kids. It’s important to choose sleeping bags designed for your child’s size, rather than just…
There are a lot of “best headlamp reviews” pages out there and I promise you, I own all of these headlamps and I’m giving you my honest review. 6 Best Headlamps for Kids Here are our choices for the best kids headlamps, in order. 1. Black Diamond Wiz Best Kid-Proof Headlamp, Best All Around Headlamp…
We have the ultimate list of couples camping activities because as parents, it’s easy to get lost in the daily grind. Taking time for each other is essential and a romantic camping getaway is just what you need. Romantic Couple’s Camping Ideas If you’re seeking some new ways to turn up the romance, check out…
The easiest way to make your tent more comfortable and add warmth is to add padding to the floor. Going on camping adventures with your family doesn’t have to be dirty and uncomfortable. Padding the floor adds warmth, comfort and protection in an instant. You can easily turn your tent into a cozy slumber party…
One of my least favorite camping activities is starting a fire with wet wood. Starting a fire with damp wood isn’t great either. Starting a fire with wet wood can be a challenging task, but it’s not impossible. Knowing how to do so may come in handy in emergency situations when dry wood is scarce, such as after a…
If you go camping, you’ll eventually camp in rain, and investing in the best tent waterproofing spray will keep you from waking up in a puddle with your gear floating around the tent. I’ve had the misfortune of camping in rainy weather with a tent that had lost it’s waterproofing, and we paid the price….
