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Best Outdoor Apps for Families
In the spirit and inevitability of embracing technology outside, we have created a list of our favorite outdoor apps for families.
Potty Training on Trail: The Art of Getting Your Kids to Go Outside
Our three-year-old twin boys have had a lot of transitions over this past year, including potty training. Like most parents, I had anxiety about taking my twin boys out once they no longer wore diapers. Also like most adventurous parents, I did not want to let potty training get in the way of taking my kids outside on adventures.
WildKind Holiday Guide: Best Gifts for Outdoor Families
Here at WildKind, we have strong opinions about the gear our families use when we adventure outdoors. What parent doesn’t? If you’re searching for a special gift for the outdoor family in your life, we’ve got you covered.
Tips for Teaching Your Kids to Snowshoe
Looking for an easy, fun, outdoor winter activity as a family? Teach your kids to snowshoe! A versatile winter activity for the whole family, you can snowshoe anywhere. You just need snowshoes and snow: no mountains or frozen ponds required.
Trail Games: How to Make Hiking Fun for Kids
As a parent of three-year-old twins, I know first-hand how challenging it can be to keep things fun for kids while hiking. I have found that keeping my kids motivated through imaginative play and games helps us smile, avoid meltdowns, and complete our hikes. I have created a list of ways my kids and I keep things happy on trail to share with you so you can keep hiking fun for your kids too.
Best Hiking Shoes for Kids: Selecting the Perfect Adventure Shoe
The best pair of hiking shoes for your kid will: match their style, provide comfort and age appropriate support, have ample grip, be easy to use by themselves, and be breathable, washable, and durable.
Changing Scenery: Escaping the Big City
Don’t waste time over-thinking something as simple as going outside because you live in a big city, have small kids, or you are tired. I know these struggles well, but I never regret doing what I love. Hiking allows me a short time to recuperate and to feel free. And it gives my nephew an outlet for wonderful adventures.
Predators of the Sky: Raptors of North America
Raptors: you see them soaring high in the air riding thermal winds, or perched atop a tree waiting for their next tasty treat.
Three Essential Layering Pieces
Whether you are camping in the summer or skiing in the winter, your layering system should look just about the same.
Ahem, excuse me? “Layering system”?
That’s right, instead of having multiple jackets that work on different types of days, we suggest having a dynamic layering system for your kids …