by Stephanie Harper - Having the safety and comfort knowing your kids are doing great whether during a hike or on vacation is something as parents, we don’t take for granted. That’s why investing in a two-way radio system, aka walkie talkies, can be both a beneficial and fun way for kids to build their self-confidence and communication skills outdoors. Deciding which walkie … [Read more...]
10 Best Kids Water Shoes Under $50 | 2018 Expert Buying Guide
Looking for the best kids water shoes on the market today? Look no further! We have carefully and thoughtfully reviewed more than 30 different brands and boiled it down to these top 10 best kids water shoes for all the adventurous infants, toddlers, and older children in your family because quality outdoor gear is a gift worth giving. All kids love jumping in rain puddles, … [Read more...]
[Great Gear] Sustain Supply’s Emergency Survival Kit Review
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by Kate Spiller - How prepared are you for an emergency or natural disaster? Do you have an emergency survival kit? Admittedly, we were not as ready as we should been. It's difficult to think about the emergency possibilities that can cause us to be without the essentials and necessities of life. However with a few simple steps, we can be better safe (and prepared) than … [Read more...]
[Great Gear] Play Line Slackline Balances Independence and Fun
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by Kate Spiller - You just want to kick back and relax while enjoying the outdoors, and your kids are either bored or running amok. Does that sound familiar at all? For me, the campground scenario comes to mind (but this also just applies to hanging out in the backyard or at a local park). You want to get to all the fun and adventuring that comes along with spending a few days … [Read more...]
[Great Gear] TreePod’s Portable Treehouse
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by Melissa Edge - For any nature-loving kid there is something immediately appealing and imagination-igniting about a tent that is suspended in mid-air. No hard ground beneath their bum, no easy access for creepy crawlers; just top-secret hideout bliss. Such is the idea behind the TreePod portable treehouse, a quick and easy playtime structure that can be erected without … [Read more...]
Great Gear: Chasing Windmills Merino Wool Apparel
By Kate Spiller - In our ever changing world, it’s more important than ever to find ways to simplify, live purposefully, and practice sustainability. One way that we can strive toward this is through our clothing choices. As an outdoor family, we need garments that fit with our lifestyle. We’re out adventuring in all seasons, and in all kinds of weather, which is why the merino … [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...]
