by Deirdre Davys - There’s something special about arriving by boat. You see the island far away in the distance. It looks tiny, then as you get nearer you begin to make out the cliffs and the tiny white dots of houses clinging to the hill tops. Picking up and dropping off passengers at other islands on the way out from Athens has already made you feel special. You are the ones … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2017
Backpacking with Kids – Expert Advice for Backcountry Camping
by Karen Ung - Backpacking with kids is the perfect way to share your admiration of the great outdoors with the people you love most. While hauling everything on your back may seem daunting at first, just a bit of practice and these expert tips, will have you planning a family backpacking trip over a family car camping trip every time. The stars shine brighter in the … [Read more...]
Great Gear: Kid’s Mittens Stay Put Thanks to Cubbies
by Mae Kiggins - Keeping kids warm during the winter months is a challenge for any parent and kids are experts at undoing our hard work, even when we spend money on specialized gear. How many times do your kids take off their mittens, hats, and scarfs? How often do you find yourself trying to convince, or bribe them to keep them on? Thankfully the designers of Cubbies offer a … [Read more...]
Hiking Food: 7 Delicious Kid-Approved Hiking Snacks
If you've spent any time at all on the trail with kids, you have discovered that delicious hiking food is a great motivator for tiny feet. In an effort to save you time and provide nourishment for your babes, we have complied seven of our favorite, kid-approved trail snack ideas, so you can get outside and have fun. ~ The OFM Editorial Team Healthy, Kid-Approved … [Read more...]
