I have always loved backing. And now that I bring my baby/toddler along, I really have to be careful not to overpack since I have a 20+lb kid to carry too. Here are some easy cut weight when backpacking that won’t cost you anything! *The links shared in this post may be affiliate links meaning …
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I recently went car camping with just my toddler and me. We met up with some friends down in Escalante on some BLM land and had a great time. It was my first time camping without my husband and I had a great experience. I learned a lot and want to share some of my …
Every piece of gear I recommend in my Hiking With Babies Guide listed here. **Some of these links are affiliate links. I really appreciate your support when you shop using my links or discount codes! *Some of the links shared in this post may be affiliate links meaning I make a small commission off of …
Hiking gear can get expensive, no question about it. Finding cheap hiking gear is awesome, and you probably have a lot of things from around your house that you can reuse so you don’t need to go out and buy new gear. *Some of the links shared in this post may be affiliate links meaning …
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I recently brought my 15 month old on a backpacking trip to Buckskin Gulch and Paria Canyon. We hiked 30 miles and spent 2 nights in the canyon. I’m going to share how to sleep with a toddler when backpacking and our exact sleeping arrangements with my husband, toddler, and me. I have a whole …
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I recently got back from a three day backpacking trip down in Southern Utah. We backpacked in Buckskin Gulch, hiking through the Paria River, in and out of shade, and temperatures ranging from 29°F-50°F. I wanted to pack as light as possible because I had to carry my toddler, who is about 20 pounds, so …
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Backpacking Paria Canyon and Buckskin Gulch is a remote experience and completely unforgettable. Paria Canyon is on the Utah/Arizona border. Buckskin Gulch is the longest canyon in the world. There are many different hiking options and trailheads you can take. We decided to start at Wire Pass Trailhead and ended at White House Trailhead. We …
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Sleeping pads may seem like a pretty simple piece of gear. But there’s actually a lot to consider when it comes to being able to choose the best sleeping pad for you. Having a good one can majorly increase your quality of sleep on the trail. And better sleep means a better overall experience. *Some …
Have you ever done a quick google search for “good sleeping bags” and were bombarded with a million options? Or gone into your local outdoor retailer and seen a wall of sleeping bags? Yeah, it can be a little overwhelming so I’m going to break down the basics so you can choose the best sleeping …
If you are new to backpacking, it can be overwhelming when you start to look into all the gear you need. I would definitely recommend borrowing gear for your first trip to make sure it’s something you enjoy. But when you decide backpacking is something you enjoy and want to continue doing, it’s helpful to …
