Gear That Just Fits: Sensory-Friendly Outdoor Clothing for Kids and Adults
Helping outdoor adventures feel accessible to everyone starts with making sure they can comfortably join us! While some adventures are as simple as neighborhood park visits or walking in the backyard, others take more preparation and that’s when clothing and gear begins to make a huge difference on the overall experience.
Sensory-friendly clothing and gear exists more than ever - this article covers what to keep in mind while shopping for sport-specific activities and sensory needs. Happy adventuring!
Leave No Trace Principles for Your Family
Leave No Trace is a set of 7 principles of outdoor stewardship and ethics for your enjoyment in nature and for future generations’ continued appreciation of natural places. Here’s a quick overview for your family to learn the basics!
Review: Deuter Kid Comfort Series Carrier
Our take on Deuter’s Kid Comfort carriers — the Venture, Active, Active SL, Kid Comfort, and Pro — with notes on fit, storage, the beefy load system (up to 48.5 lbs), warranty, and which ride suited our family best.
Review: Osprey Poco Series Kid Carrier Backpacks
Our years-long take on the Osprey Poco family of kid carriers — the LT, Poco, and Poco Plus — covering fit, comfort, features, the 7-year guarantee, and how it doubled as our stroller on the trail and on the go.
(Podcast) Season 3, Episode 9 - Layering Basics: An Interview with Lawson Glidden of Minus33
Join us as we interview Lawson Glidden of Minus33, makers of soft, warm wool products of all kinds, as we talk about their business and the art of layering for cold weather.
(Podcast) Season 3, Episode 8 - Campsite Cooking for Every Type of Chef
Cooking at the campsite for every kind of chef! What’s on your menu and how are you going to make it?
(Podcast) Season 3, Episode 7 - Adult Weekend Adventures (The Kids Will Be Ok)
Sometimes the adults need to get away and play, too. Kids, it’s time to stay with the grandparents or buddy-sitter… Mom and Dad need to have some reconnection time - it’s healthy for everyone.
(Podcast) Let’s Talk Camping Tents
Season 3, Episode 3: let’s talk camping tents — tent advice, camp furniture, keeping bugs at bay, where to pitch (and hazards to avoid), organization tips, and dad jokes.
(Podcast) Tent Camping Starter: From Living Room to the Backyard
Season 3, Episode 1: tent camping starter — laying the foundation for a great family camping experience, from the living room to the backyard, so the kids are comfortable and the pressure’s off you.