Camping with young kids

We recently went tent camping with toddlers. We not only survived, but we actually ENJOYED it! We did everything from hike to campfires to using the “back country” bathroom. Our kids had the best time helping set up the tent, helping collect wood for the campfire and their favorite; roast marshmallo

Essentials for camping with kids for the 1st time. From what tent to sleeping gear, set up and things to take for toddlers. A great list ...

Camping with kids can be hard, especially when it comes time to sleep. But it doesn't have to be. Here are 6 tips to get kids to sleep better when camping.

Camping with toddlers is a great way to introduce them to the world around them.You have to come prepared when camping with toddlers or it can be tough.

These 27 tips for camping with kids are sure to help you have the best camping trip ever! Make sure you read them before you pack!

If you’ve been following along you know we fixed up a camper and are finally getting to put it to use. We’ve only camped a few times now but I’m quickly learning there are tips and tricks you’ll be happy to know if you plan on camping with young kids. Here are my 10 tips for camping with kids 1. Pack extra clothes The first time we camped I packed my boys a shirt and shorts per day plus swim and pajamas. By 9:00am the first morning each kid was a walking mud puddle. I’m not being the fun…

There’s nothing like gathering around the campfire with your little family, roasting marshmallows, and gobbling up smores. Watching your kids trade screentime for exploring nature and running around in the fresh air is so worth the extra work. I’m going to walk you through the steps to planning, preparing for, and packing for a camping trip with babies, toddlers, and little kids.

You know how they say when you travel with kids, you’re taking a TRIP, not a VACATION? I’ve been playing this mom game for 4.5 years, and here’s what I’ve learned – they’re right. Kids can complicate travel. It's more expensive; more flights to book, more people in a hotel room, more activities to pay for, and more food to buy. It can be less relaxing (think hypervigilance at a pool all day as opposed to lounging with a book). Not to mention the packing. Ugh, the packing! But that doesn’t…

Now that Our DIY Camper is almost done (I can’t wait to share the final reveal with you!), we’ve scheduled several camping trips within easy driving distance this summer. While we always like driving into BC to enjoy the mountains and the ocean there, we love exploring our home province of Alberta even more. With help...

What activities can kids do while camping? Get them engaged with their surroundings or playing fun and simple games with the family.