I like to think of campgrounds and state parks as my second backyard. If you’re at all like my family, you probably spend a lot of your summer in a tent or camper. Nature can be unpredictable, so check out the tips in the articles in this section to make sure you’re prepared for anything.
Potty training is exciting for your little one. But what do you do if you have a camping trip planned and you’re right in the middle of potty training your toddler? Do you postpone any trips until she’s fully trained and ready to go? There’s no reason not to go on your trip. It’s important…
Camping. It’s all about family fun time. Setting up the tent, hiking, swimming, and hanging around the open campfire. This is easy if you’ve got older children who know all about campfire safety. But what if your child is a toddler? They’re full of energy and always looking for something new and exciting to explore….
You’ve been an avid and eager camper all your life, braving all kinds of weather. Now, you have a new baby and may be thinking that you’re going to have to put camping on hold until sometime in the future. How are you going to keep your baby warm, especially at night when it can…
Camping is a great way to spend time with your family…sleeping in the tent, roasting marshmallows, and hiking up to the lake. But there’s one tedious part of the camping trip that we all dislike – the packing of all that camping gear! No matter how much room you think you have, and how organized…
Camping is a fun and memorable way to spend time with your family. The tent. The campfire. The nearby lake. But when you’re camping, especially with kids, there are some safety tips you should follow so you can make your trip a great time to remember. Be ready for anything that, without being prepared, might…
If you enjoy going camping in the great outdoors, then chances are that you also love to fish. Fishing in local rivers and streams is a great way to relax and also to catch a few fish to cook for your family. Fish is a nutritious food that’s in plentiful supply at many camping sites….
Hiking can be a lot of fun and many people enjoy it, but choosing the right footwear is very important. Unlike regular walking around the city, hikes often cover uneven and rough terrain. The hiking shoes needed for this job need to be tough, durable, supportive, and comfortable. In fact, hiking boots and shoes really…
Camping in the great outdoors can be a great adventure, but you need to be prepared for the weather. Carrying appropriate sleeping gear can be the difference between getting a good night of sleep and not sleeping much at all. It could be the difference between waking up feeling refreshed and ready to hike, and…
Camping in the great outdoors can be a whole lot of fun, but sometimes you need access to the electrical grid for charging devices and so on. In this day and age, camping with kids and teenagers is often about dealing with the charging time of such devices! Of course, when you’re out camping in…
Taking your family camping is a great way to take a vacation that everyone can enjoy. But just like any vacation there are costs to consider. You’ll need to buy a tent, sleeping bags, and other camping gear. We’ve broken down the average cost of tent camping, and ways to save so you stay within…