Pass the hot chocolate. You already know that camping during late fall or winter can be chilly, but here you are. Your campsite is reserved, your partner is excited to go, and the kids can’t wait for the adventure. But all you’re thinking about is how cold it is going to be. Cold weather camping can be enjoyable for any family. All you need to know is how to make hot chocolate outsi...
Like many new parents, after we had our firstborn, my husband and I thought our fun was over. For two people who suffer from wanderlust and need an escape every six months, it took four years before we were brave enough to go on a real vacation with a kid in tow. In the meantime, we adjusted with getaways on a much smaller scale. We took weekend trips to surrounding small towns to visit the cou...
A year ago, Hike it Baby launched the 10,000 Women Trail Project, an initiative funded by REI's Force of Nature Grant, in an effort to get more girls and women on trail all across North America. The project offered an opportunity for women to encourage and bring other women and girls to get outside and spend more time in nature.
100 Trailblazers signed on to help get the project started and ke...
When I was younger, in my head, I was going to be a really awesome mom to a daughter one day. We might be best friends, I wasn’t sure, but I was confident she would think I was the best mom in the world. The coolest mom. And we’d never fight. We’d tell each other everything and she’d share all her secrets with me. I would be her Person … her go-to in good and bad times. And there would be laugh...
Looking for that perfect hike in Utah for young children? Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the Hike it Baby community is a valuable resource for finding family hiking trails around the country. In this article, we share three amazing hikes in Utah to explore with babies and young children.
Hiking with young children (under 5 ...
I learned early to layer in the winter. Growing up, I was always cold. Our house was drafty and we played outside a lot in winter. I would always ask my parents to turn up the heat. My father would promptly ask me how many layers I had on. If it was less than three, the answer was a guaranteed no.
Now that I'm a parent, I totally get the layering question. Each kid is different and will need a...
Fall is here! Crisp temperatures, apples and pumpkins, hayrides, corn mazes and more! After a fall-filled day of fun, cuddle up with some good books!
We're Going on a Leaf Hunt by Steve Metzger
Use this book to lead a leaf hike with your branch! In the book, three friends hunt for leaves as they travel over a mountain and through the forest. This book will help get young hikers eager to see wha...
There’s no doubt outdoor gear is expensive. Outfitting yourself in hiking boots, wicking layers, a waterproof jacket, a soft carrier and later a framed carrier can cost upward of $1,000. And that’s not even including gear for your kids, who will likely grow out of that new expensive down jacket before the next season. But there are ways around dropping every penny you’ve made to get outside. We...
One morning late last summer, I took my then-2-year-old to the nearby playground to run off some of his boundless energy. When we got there, he kept pointing to his heel and saying “Owie!” Upon inspection, he had a cut on his heel and his shoe kept rubbing the raw area with every step. I was generally a “we wear shoes when not in our house or yard” kind of parent, but since we were already ther...
Pumpkin spice seems to be taking over the aisles of our grocery stores, but before you start indulging in that fall favorite, find some time for a trip to the apple orchard with your family. Heading straight to the source helps kids see how their food is grown and allows them to have fun too! Here are some tips for a successful trip to the apple orchard and beyond.
Wear your baby
If you have a ...
