7 WAYS TO MOTIVATE YOUR KIDS TO HIKE

As parents we look forward to passing our love of the outdoors onto our children.  Many of us strap our kiddos into a baby carrier very early in their lives and hope they fall in love with all the new experiences they are having!  We also really look forward to when our little ones are […]

PLANNING YOUR FIRST CAR CAMPING TRIP

Car camping is one of the easiest ways to get started camping whether it’s by yourself, with a group of friends or your family.  Having your car parked at your campsite gives you an easy base to work from and it allows you to bring a few extra ‘comforts’ of home to make your trip […]

4 EASY WAYS TO ELEVATE CAMPING BREAKFASTS

Cooking at the campsite can be many things.  It can be quick or drawn-out. It can be a fun bonding moment or it can be a chore.  It can even be all those things and more at once leading you to being intimidated and a bit too conservative in your meal planning which is why […]

FINDING THE IDEAL SPOT TO PITCH YOUR TENT

Whether you reserved your campsite 6 months ago or at the last minute found a fabulous First-Come-First-Served site, campers often have no idea how the actual layout of their site will be until you’re standing right in front of it.  Your site may have a severe slope or the fire ring and picnic table are […]

ESSENTIAL CAMPING CHECKLIST

Do you want to get outdoors and take your family on their first camping trip but aren’t quite sure where to start? Or maybe you’ve camped before but need a reminder of what to pack on your next trip? Either way, this essential camping checklist is for you. We want to make it as easy […]

FIRST COME FIRST SERVED CAMPING TIPS

Growing up as a child, my parents would plan our trips months in advance.  It felt as every detail was thought out and we were prepared for anything that could occur.  My husband, on the contrary, grew up having his dad come home from work and on a whim saying “Kids let’s get in the […]

CAMPGROUND ETIQUETTE

The campground is much like any other public space, we are sharing it with other campers and should be considerate of everyone’s experience and enjoyment.  Whether you are a novice or experienced camper, these common courtesies apply to all and will ensure you and your family have as fantastic a time as your campground neighbors.  […]