You’re going to need to know how to treat your clothes with permethrin if you’re going camping in tick country. Lyme disease is no joke, so if we’re in the woods, we’re wearing permethrin-treated clothing. Permethrin treated clothing is the main thing we use for tick and insect repellent. We’ve found that there is only…
Sleeping in a tent doesn’t feel like your bed at home, but it can still be comfy. There are many ways to create a cozy bedtime experience while camping. While the go-to for most is an air mattress, some campers don’t find them comfortable. Our family has experimented with many different camp beds over the…
On a chilly camping trip, packing the best hot drinks to enjoy around the campfire can be a game-changer. Firstly, we’ll explore some classic options that are not only delicious, but also practical and easy to prepare in an outdoor setting. From hot chocolate with a twist to a toasty chai latte, prepare to elevate…
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You don’t have to have pinterest worthy campground activities planned for your kids to have fun this summer. From hiking and fishing to roasting marshmallows around the campfire, there’s something for everyone at the campground. Many campgrounds also offer organized activities for kids, such as nature walks, scavenger hunts, and arts and crafts. These camping…
When you’re camping and your crew needs quick food fast, you’d better know how to light a Jetboil stove. We love our JetBoil Flash and take it on every camping trip. Even if we bring other stoves like our Coleman or even the Blackstone, we always have our trusty jetboil flash. The rule at our…
Since campfires are an essential part of the family camping experience, campfire safety for kids is an integral part of any camp experience. We’ve only been camping without a campfire once and it was an odd experience not being able to be roasting marshmallows every night. As avid family campers, we’ve talked with our little…
Looking for the best headlamps for kids? You’re in luck! 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. A headlamp is a must-have for campers, hikers, and adventurers of all ages. Children need their own…
Hiking with toddlers is an adventure all its own. Getting toddlers hiking early in their lives is a great way to spend time outdoors with your family. The average child over six needs a minimum of one hour of physical activity a day. Children six and under need three! That’s a lot of physical activity…
Rainy day tent camping activities are essential for every camping family. Imagine this, you’ve scouted out the perfect campsite, set everything up and have just finished lunch when an unexpected storm rolls in. The kids are getting cranky and whiny, what are you going to do to save the trip? Don’t let a little wet…
