Hiking with kids

I'm ready for my kids to be long distance hikers. I realize they are still little (8, 6, and 4 years old) but I MISS hiking. Pre-kid and even when Rachel was little and would fit in a backpack, we would take a Saturday and do 8-13 mile hikes OVER mountain passes. It was glorious. Even better will be…

Here are the ten hiking essentials that every family needs to be well prepared for any outdoor adventure, no matter how big or small.

Get kids happy and excited for hiking by trying these hiking activities on your family's next outdoor adventure. Hikes are a great way to get outside and enjoy nature as a whole family.

While I love sharing everything I've learned about hiking with kids, I decided it was time to get input from other moms who take their kids out hiking as well.

Going from the phase of carrying your kid the entire hike to them walking on their own can be a big adjustment, for both child and parent. I know it was a little hard for me as my toddler didn't want to be in the carrier, but didn't want to hike either. Mostly he just

Make your kids love the trails as much as you do

Pack well and wisely with this list of eco-friendly gear and more ideas for safe and happy hiking!

Want to get your family out in nature, but tired of the complaints? Try out these 10 activities that will make hiking fun for kids (and grown-ups, too).

The Best Tips + Packing List for Hiking with Kids and Babies - Living the Sweet Wife

If you’re new to hiking with your kids, you may be wondering the simple question: How far can kids hike? The answer, of course, depends on many factors – their age, their overall athlelticism, the elevation, the weather, etc. But despite all these factors, a rough estimate can still be helpful when planning a hike.

Hiking with kids doesn't have to be just an uphill walk. Curb the boredom with these 8 kid-approved ideas and get them excited for the next family hike. #hiking #hikingwithkids #hikingtips

Climb the steep trail up King Creek Ridge in Kananaskis and you'll feel as if you've been magically whisked away to the Swiss Alps.

Hiking is a great activity to do with your toddler. Here are some tips for how to do it in an easy, manageable way.

Have a blast with your kids on the trail & help them build outdoor confidence with these tips for hiking with kids written by an expert outdoor mom.

Learn why camelbaks for kids have been a game changer for our family's hiking! The hydration packs for kids are our top kids hiking gear recommendation.

Getting kids motivated to hike doesn't have to be a challenge. Check out these 20 ideas for motivating kids on a hike!

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Ready to hit the trail? These kids hiking essentials will ensure they are prepared for a fun day trekking and exploring.