Cut Down a Wild Christmas Tree in Your National Forest
Does your family celebrate Christmas with a decked-out, real, live Christmas tree? Did you know that you can head into your local national forest to …
Outside Activities with Kids
Do you love getting outside with your kids, but don’t know where to start? Here’s an overview of our favorite outside activities for kids. No matter the season. No matter the weather. It’s always fun to get outside with your kiddos!
How to Plan a Ski Trip You’ll Never Forget
Is this the year you pack up your crew and head to the mountains for that long-anticipated winter vacation on the slopes? If yes, …
Incredible Winter Family Vacations for Non Skiers
Want to plan an epic winter vacation this year without spending a fortune at a ski resort? Skiing may be the most popular winter sport, …
Awesome and Affordable Outdoor Gifts for Teens: 2024 Edition
If you raise outdoor kids, there’s a good chance they’ll grow up to be outdoor teens and adults, and if you’re anything like me, you’ll …
The Best Winter Layers for Babies and Toddlers
Is there a secret to helping your kiddos enjoy the outdoors in the winter? Besides making sure they get out in all types of weather, …
The Most Amazing Living History Museums in the USA
As most parents know, traveling with kids can be totally awesome or totally catastrophic. Our secret recipe for success when traveling with kids involves two …
Follow these Golden Rules to Make Hiking with Kids More Fun
In a world that is constantly plugged in, raising outdoor kids takes a bit of extra effort, but I promise you — it’s more than …
7 Family-Friendly Wildflower Hikes in the USA
Wildflower hikes might just be my favorite way to enjoy spring — they’re usually more like meanders and often include a picnic blanket, field guide, …
The 10 Easiest Car Camping Meals for Families on the Go
Camping has always been one of my favorite ways to go on vacation, and over the years, we have done some serious compromising when it …
What to Pack for Winter Hiking with Kids
Let’s face it. Getting outside is just harder in the winter, and when you’re hiking with kids in the winter, the secret is to be …