We have been living in Kotor, Montenegro for 2 months and have our kids in school here. We are here with a program called Boundless life. (I’ll have more information about our whole Boundless Experience, here! Or you can lear about it here.) Our kids had a week off of school and we found round …
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If you’re planning a trip to Japan with kids, this post is full of ideas for family-friendly things to do in Tokyo and Kyoto. Logan and I had always dreamed of visiting Japan, and this year we finally made it happen with our 5-year-old, 3-year-old, and 4-month-old in tow. It was our first big international …
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If there’s one easy gear swap that can totally change your comfort level on the trail, it’s upgrading to Merino wool socks. Here are my favorite best merino wool socks for the whole family. Unlike traditional wool, Merino wool fibers are much thinner and smoother, which makes them comfortable directly against your skin. No itch, …
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Honest Ergobaby Omni Breeze review after 4 years of use with multiple kids. See why this breathable baby carrier is my go-to for our family adventures. I’ve been babywearing since I had my first baby over 5 years ago. I’ve worn my kids through airports, on hundreds of hikes, grocery runs, and plenty of everyday …
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Looking for the best fall baby clothes for your little adventurer? Here’s how I layer my baby for crisp fall hikes. From cozy merino wool base layers to warm jumpsuits and accessories that keep tiny hands, feet, and heads toasty on the trail. Fall is my absolute favorite time of year to hike. I love …
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Looking for the best gift ideas for 6 year old boys? Here are some fun, practical, and creativity-sparking gifts my son loved for his 6th birthday. My son is turning 6 this year! We’ve kept up our tradition of celebrating his birthday in the summer even though his actual birthday is in December, and I …
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Microspikes for hiking in the winter are an absolute essential. In this guide I’ll cover what they are, when to use them, and my top picks for families who want to enjoy the trails all year long. I grew up in Las Vegas, so winter hiking wasn’t even on my radar. Cold, snowy trails just …
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I gathered up the Yoto cards my son has been listening to on repeak and put together a list of the best Yoto cards for 5 year olds! As a long time user of the Yoto Player and Yoto Mini (about 4 years now!), we have accumulated many cards. It’s been fun to watch my …
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Traveling with kids? Here are the family travel essentials I never leave home without—tested on flights and trips across multiple countries. Traveling is one of my favorite things in the world and I feel lucky I’ve been able to do it as much as I have. But it’s definitely something I like to feel prepared …
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From budget-friendly beginner models to ultralight carbon fiber poles, this guide covers everything you need to know about picking the right trekking poles. Trekking poles are some of the the most useful pieces of gear—yet can be overlooked and underrated. They add stability on uneven trails, help ease strain on your knees, and make carrying …
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