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.
Sleeping in a tent doesn’t feel like your bed at home, but it can still be comfy. 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 years. Air mattresses aren’t for everyone. Air Mattress Alternatives These are some…
The Roar baby monitor is an awesome piece of camping gear and I was very excited to review it for you all! 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…
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…
What is a tent footprint? A tent footprint is a specially designed moisture barrier that you put between the ground and the floor of your tent. The tent footprint protects the bottom of your tent from getting damp, dirty, or damaged. It’s also called a ground cloth or a ground sheet. When it comes to tent footprint or tarp which is…
Our family loves the water, from camping near rivers, swimming in lakes, swimming pools 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…
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…
Camping in the rain can either be a memorable adventure or a wild disaster. It all depends on how prepared you are. When you’re camping with kids, preparedness for rainy conditions is vital. That’s why we wanted to talk about the rain gear we recommend for kids. The right stuff will be lightweight, breathable, fast-drying,…
