10 Essentials Your Kids Need to Carry While Hiking
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10 Essentials Your Kids Need to Carry While Hiking

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. This hiking essentials…

Tent Footprint vs Tarp: How to Choose the Best Option

Tent Footprint vs Tarp: How to Choose the Best Option

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…

5 Best Infant Life Jackets to Keep Your Child Safe
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5 Best Infant Life Jackets to Keep Your Child Safe

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…

12 Bright Tent and Campsite Lighting Ideas
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12 Bright Tent and Campsite Lighting Ideas

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…

Best Marshmallow Roasting Sticks for S’mores

Best Marshmallow Roasting Sticks for S’mores

It’s been the perfect camping day, and now you’re last activity before bedtime is roasting some marshmallows over the fire. Creating a perfectly roasted marshmallow is a messy business. Packing the best marshmallow roasting sticks is a game-changer. Once you buy the perfect set, you just need to toss them in the gear box and head…

The Best Warm Weather Sleeping Bags for Summer Camping

The Best Warm Weather Sleeping Bags for Summer Camping

Summertime is a great time for camping! The weather is perfect and there are so many fun things to do. But if you’re not prepared, summer camping can be really uncomfortable and hot. Other times the nights can cool down more than you expect, making at least a lightweight sleeping bag necessary for your packing…