Seattle ICO Gets Girls to Annette Lake
Two hours in and we were barely halfway to Annette Lake. It was time to take a pulse check and see how the group of[Read More…]
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When Kids Get Lost: Preparing Your Child to be Safe Outside
There are a lot of eventualities that I prepare for when I go outside, even if the likelihood of them occurring is slim. I have[Read More…]
Tips for Hiking While Pregnant
For real, I love being active when I’m expecting. Hiking while pregnant is a fantastic way for me to stay in shape, bond with my kid[Read More…]
11 Tips for Hiking With Babies & Toddlers
Many first time parents are under the impression that once they add a baby to the family, adventures will suddenly come to a screeching halt.[Read More…]
Gearing Up for Backpacking with Young Kids
When you have three kids, buying them all expensive synthetic clothing is out of the question. Sure, I’d love for them to all be walking the trail with merino on their backs and zip-off pants. However, the cost mixed with the fact that they will grow out of it in less than a year, makes it impractical.
Hiking Table Mountain – Mt Baker
If your idea of a summit is sharp and pointy Table Mountain is neither; rather, it is more akin to a mesa or broad plateau with several easily accessible highpoints with views in all directions.
Hiking with Kids – Selecting a Trail
How do you know what trail is best for children to hike? Maybe you may live near a park or national forest and pass a trail on your way to work or when running errands. You may have overheard other hikers or parents talking about them. Even then, you probably don’t know much about those trails or if they’re right for you and your family.
Do Your Kids Love to Hike or is it a Four-Letter-Word?
Unfortunately “H-I-K-E” to kids can all-too-easily become a “four-letter-word” they run from. It means a rapid pace, no break from mom and dad’s nagging and[Read More…]
Slot Canyons with Kids
People sometimes ask me whether I ever worry about my children’s safety when we go on wilderness adventures. My answer is, yes, of course. All parents worry; it comes with the territory. But I worry much more that they will not spend enough time outdoors. We live in a society today where everyone spends less and less time in nature, especially children, who will glue themselves to an electronic screen for several hours a day if permitted to do so. My kids are no different.
Flaming Geyser State Park
This flat, 2.5-mile loop hike is a great choice for family hikers, and those simply interested in exploring one of the area’s most curious natural attractions.
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