Gear guides on what to get for camping with kids. Childrens camping equipment is slightly different, get our tips on everything you need to buy and what you can leave home.
When my son was 8 months old, we brought him camping for the first time, and while we packed everything we needed, and had a great time. My one problem is that I felt I had to keep sneaking into the tent to check on him because I had no way to monitor him. On…
If you want your kids to have a good time hiking, they’ll need good hiking boots or you’ll have frustrated hikers who want to turn back. Hiking with kids is a fun way to get outside and enjoy nature as a family. Before we took our little guy hiking, I began searching for kids hiking…
Sleeping bags are a camping staple. They come in a variety of weights and sizes and are custom to temperature. Not everyone is a fan of a traditional sleeping bag, however, and this is where alternatives to sleeping bags come in handy. Sometimes a sleeping bag is just too much blanket. Here I’ll explain some…
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. Sleep is the most important thing on a camping trip, so be sure that…
We love hiking and being in nature and the minimalist feel it provides. When you’re about to leave camp for the day you need to pack the 10 hiking essentials. 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…
Tent camping is one of my favorite pastimes. There’s nothing quite like spending a night in nature. One of the tools my family picked up when we realized we would be camping frequently is a tent footprint. A tent footprint is a specially designed moisture barrier installed between the ground and your tent. The tent…
Our family loves the water, from camping near rivers, swimming in lakes to boating and beyond. When our son was a baby, it was important to us to find an infant life jacket that fit well and stayed secure throughout water activities. Finding the best infant life jackets can feel a bit overwhelming. There are…
Besides the tent, a good toddler camping bed is the most important thing to buy when going on a family camping trip. There are a ton of portable bed options, so which one is right for you? After all the night games have ended, the campfire is dwindling down it’s time for stories and tucking…
There are many reasons to choose a tent with minimal setup. For single parents juggling a gaggle of kiddos or even just camping with an infant, picking the easiest tent to set up by yourself is a no-brainer. Simple tent designs are also a time saver if you’re nervous about bad weather moving in. As…
Camping enthusiasts are always looking for new campsite lighting ideas. From classic lanterns to fun and festive string lights, the possibilities are endless. Here, we’ll discuss things to consider when choosing camp lights and look at 12 of our top lighting ideas. The Best Multi-Use Light for Camping LuminAid is an amazing company that makes…
