“Fill your life with adventures, not things. Have stories to tell, not stuff to show.”
– Unknown
If family camping trips are always competing with video games and time with friends, you are not alone. Or maybe your teen just isn’t sure what to expect. But it’s one of the best ways to get family time outdoors and everyone away from their phones and other electronic devices, so we were determined to …
Camping with Teens: 9 Tips for a Frustration-Free Adventure Read More »
Camping is one of our favorite ways to get outside with the family. But the perfect camping experience just doesn’t seem complete without a great camping chair. But if you’re shopping for camping chairs for heavy people or ones that will hold up to the kids, not just any old chair will do. You want …
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It’s already time to start thinking about those summer camping trips! And that means thinking about those delicious meals that seem to taste so much better in the outdoors. After all of the cooking and washing up the dishes at the campground, I always want dessert to be quick and easy, so we can get …
15 Make-Ahead Camping Desserts that are Both Easy and Delicious Read More »
Whether it’s a day at the beach or at the pool, it’s one of our favorite ways to get outside in the summertime. And one of the most essential items for a family beach vacation, a day at the pool, or lake day is a perfect bag to carry all the gear. From the beach …
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Mosquitoes are a sure-fire way to make camping trips a less-than-enjoyable experience. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to keep these annoying insects at bay. With these 17 easy methods and solutions, from natural repellents to how to keep mosquitoes away from your campsite, you just might have a chance to head home without a …
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We always talk about getting out for a hiking adventure with the family, but why not make it a romantic hike and leave the kids at home? After all, is there anything more romantic than being surrounded by the beauty of nature on a hiking date? There are many ways to pull off a date …
How to Add a Little Romance and Excitement with a Hiking Date Read More »
My college camping days were cheap. We had a small tent from an outlet center, a blanket and pillow from home, and hot dogs and beer for dinner. The night away was less than $20 on BLM land in Arizona. Everyone always says camping is a low-cost way to take that weekend getaway. Then everyone …
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It can be intimidating trying to figure out all of the ski lingo and snowboard phrases and terms when you’re new to the slopes. The snowboarding and skiing scene is unique, with its own vocabulary and slang. This list of 53 phrases will get you talking like a seasoned pro in no time at all! …
The Beginner’s Guide to Ski Lingo and Snowboard Slang: 53 Terms You Should Know Read More »
Fingers always seem to be the first place you feel the chill on a snowy, cold weather day in the mountains. Finding the proper protection for your hands is key to staying comfortable on the slopes. And since we’re outfitting the kids for new gear this year, we’ve done all the homework and found the …
The 17 Best Snowboarding Gloves to Keep You Toasty Warm This Season Read More »
Sometimes all it takes is a little inspiration to get our next adventure started, whether it’s hitting the road, camping for the first time, or planning a national park adventure. We’ve found 31 great outdoors quotes and captions that are perfect motivations for another outdoorsy day. 1. “I could never resist the call of the …
31 Great Outdoors Quotes and Nature Captions to Inspire Adventure Read More »
