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The "Unplugged" Family Challenge

In partnership with our friends at Retrospec What is Earth Day? Earth Day found its start in 1970 as a call for increased protection for our planet. It grew to be a global movement in 1990, mobilizing 200 million people in 141 countries. Today, this movement has grown tremendously, mobilizing 1 billion individuals for action every Earth Day. This is mainly due to increased digital and soc...

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How to Choose a Baby-Friendly Campsite

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR FRIENDS AT MORRISON OUTDOORS Camping while your kiddos are babies can be an incredible experience, making memories and starting traditions that last for years to come. However, the preparation and execution of a camping trip with a baby in tow can be daunting. Everything from how to dress your baby, what gear to bring, and even what to eat can get overwhelming. Luckil...

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How to Take a Sensory Bike Ride

In partnership with our friends at Burley Going for a bike ride can be a great way to engage your kiddos in nature! Whether you are riding along with your bike trailer and kids in tow, rolling along with a new bike rider on a balance bike, cruising around the neighborhood with your kid on their training wheels, or watching a big kid pedal with ease, riding a bike offers so many benefits. Get...

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Water and Wetlands Initiative

A collaboration for Early Environmental Awareness between Hike it Baby and Joules. Together we can raise the next generation to love and care for our planet. The Earth, as it turns out, is kinda like a giant drop of water floating out in space, and just about everything and everyone inside depends on it to survive. For example, what we eat, how we grow what we eat, the soil in which we grow...

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Babywearing in the Rain

Does the thought of babywearing on rainy days sound like a daunting, seemingly impossible task? You’re not alone. When I was a Hike it Baby Branch Ambassador in the Pacific Northwest, we always saw a steep decline in participation once the rainy season started. However, once we started posting photos of hiking in the rain with a baby strapped to us, we started getting questions about how ...

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5 Gear Essentials for Hiking in the Rain with Kids

Just because you're outside hiking in the rain doesn’t mean you have to be soaked to the bones. Make sure you are covering yourself and your kiddo from head to toe in waterproof gear. With careful planning and the right accessories to keep you warm and dry, you and your kiddo can enjoy your hikes and play in the rain longer. 1. Go beyond the raincoat When dressing your child, a ...

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Growing Up Outdoors (Part 3)

WELCOME TO THE THIRD AND FINAL POST OF A THREE PART SERIES FROM OUR GUEST BLOGGER, MARY FINLEY! MARY SHARES HER STORY OF RAISING HER KIDS TO BE OUTDOORSY THROUGH ALL OF THE CHALLENGES AND CHANGES THAT LIFE HAS THROWN THEIR WAY. Check out Part 1 and Part 2 first! Shortly before my fortieth birthday, after having spent several years raising two kids and recovering from a serious injury, I f...

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Kids' Perspective: 5 things kids like about hiking in the rain and cold

Cooler, wet temperatures and shorter days tend to keep families indoors during this time of year. It’s a lot of work to bundle the kids up to go hiking in the rain and cold. And less hours of sunlight makes it harder to find time with busy schedules to intentionally get out and play. But you don’t have to let these obstacles stop you from getting out with your kids … they nee...

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We Got Your Back: Madison WI

Hike it Baby recently participated in an open house with the Nelson Institute of Environmental Studies at the University of Wisconsin, with the help of our Advisory Board member James Edward Mills. The Nelson Institute event included a screening of the film "Breaking Trail," a film which follows Emily Ford as she becomes the first woman and person of color to embark on a thru-hike o...

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Guide to Choosing the Right Boots for Your Family

An all-in-one guide to footwear for your family's winter adventures! In partnership with the awesome team at Merrell We know that time in nature is good for the mind, body, and soul all year round. However, uncomfortable kiddos (and their adults) make for a less-than-enjoyable experience for everyone. While choosing the right clothing layers is extremely important (check out this art...

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