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I’ve said it before: camping has gotten so competitive. We’ve been turned away from first come- first serve campgrounds several times. In both Moab and Grand Teton National Park we’ve been left scrambling for somewhere to spend the night. Now, I stick to campgrounds where I can make a reservation. That’s how we ended up …
Camping on San Juan Island San Juan County Park Campground is perched on the edge of the Puget Sound on the west side of San Juan Island. The campground overlooks Haro Strait with views to the Strait of San Juan de Fuca. During the day, we watched ferries, looked for orcas, and gazed at the Olympic …
Update 28 June 2019: LifeStraw water bottles are on sale right now on Amazon. And back to the original article. I love hiking by water. Creeks, streams, rivers, waterfalls, ponds, lakes, ocean…well, you probably know what water is. The bummer about water today, even in the mountains of Montana, is that you can’t drink it …
I was recently chosen to be part of Acorn’s Spring Review Crew and given a pair of their cute Vista Wedge Ankle sandals to try out. (Read to the bottom to find out how you can join the Review Crew.) So far, I love them! I’m generally a sports sandals and minimalist running shoes kind …
I have to be honest, I debate whether snowshoeing is a good family activity. Sure, it’s great to be outside together, playing in the snow and wandering through the trees. It’s good exercise and good bonding time. Anyone who can walk can snowshoe; it’s technically very easy. But snowshoeing can be slow and cumbersome, especially …
Snowshoeing: Are we there, yet? (And Keen Boot review) Read More »
Sierra Designs Lightning HT2 review When I head into the mountains on a backpacking trip with my favorite six-year-old, I know I am going to be carrying most of our gear myself, so I want our essentials to be as light as possible. I also want them to work well. At three pounds and 14 …
The Slope & City jacket looks good and works great. The exterior is made with wind and waterproof fabric to keep the elements away from your kids body. The fleece interior is soft and snuggly (and non-pilling). The jacket works for Montana-formal occasions as well as playing in the snow. This super adjustable jacket can …
My first backpack was a Kelty external frame pack. Way back then, it seemed everyone was switching to internal frames, and I soon did, too. While an internal frame pack is great for dodging through bushes and tight situations, I still missed my external frame. Until last summer when I got a new and improved …
Whether running along Peets Hill or strolling down Last Chance Gulch, a good stroller can makes an outdoor outing more pleasant. The Speedster Swivel Deluxe has a secure five-point, adjustable harness and an adjustable-height handle so it fits both you and your kid. The fully padded seat and frame keep your rider comfortable and safe. …
My trusty Wizbang hat playing in the snow. I’ve loved my Wizbang hat for a long time. It’s lightweight, it’s cute, and it’s perfect for cold weather activities when you aren’t super cold. You know what I mean–it’s snowy or cold, but you’re running or skiing or otherwise keeping warm. You need something on your …
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