Frequently Asked Questions
What is Keyword Adventure?
Keyword Adventure is a family-based outdoor adventure lifestyle website. We blog, podcast, and create videos for education and entertainment, as well as create products that we hope helps you and your family pursue new adventures with fun, comfort, curiosity, and safety in mind.
Who’s behind it?
We’re a family of life-long outdoor adventure enthusiasts. Our backgrounds are varied and extensive, so please come meet us on the About page!
Do you really test the gear you review?
Yes. Our reviews come from real use on real trips. We feature gear items that we enjoy and use, so if you see affiliate links, please know that we make a small commission at no extra cost to you. We want to share the gear that works for us!
Is your content good for beginners?
Absolutely. Our Learn section - Getting Started, Skills & Safety, Family/Kids/Pets, Gear Guides, and Lifestyle - is built to help you take the first step, whatever your experience level. Sometimes even seasoned adventurers can use some tips when their families/life grows and changes.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
Our podcast follows our adventures and discussions. You can find them on any podcast provider.
How do I stay in the loop?
Sign up for our newsletter for news updates. We don’t like spam and promise not to resemble it. We would like to promise a consistent schedule, but… life. You can sign up here!
How can I contact you or work together?
Visit our Contact page for questions, collaboration, sponsorship, and more.
Getting Started
How do I get my family started with outdoor adventures?
Start small and close to home — a short local hike or an easy overnight camping trip is enough to test what your family enjoys. Our Learn section's Getting Started guides can help you plan that first trip.
What's the easiest outdoor activity to start with as a family?
Hiking and camping are usually the easiest entry points — low gear investment, flexible trip length, and forgiving if plans change. Browse our Hiking & Camping adventures and gear guides to find a trip that matches your family's experience level.
Gear & Safety
How can I save money on outdoor gear?
To save money on outdoor gear, shop discount sites like Steep and Cheap and REI Outlet, check Facebook Marketplace and gear rental services, hit consignment stores while traveling, watch gear shop sale racks year-round, and use Patagonia Worn Wear or REI Re/Supply for quality used gear at a steal. Read the full guide →
Is GORE-TEX worth it for family outdoor gear?
GORE-TEX is worth using whenever weather turns wet, cold, or windy: it's a waterproof, breathable, windproof membrane best for hiking, paddling, and sailing jackets you'll reuse for years. For casual errands it's overkill, but for unpredictable conditions or layering against brutal cold, its durability and performance pay for themselves. Read the full guide →
Do I need special safety gear for family outdoor trips?
The right gear depends on the activity and season, but our Learn section's Skills & Safety guides cover the specifics for each type of trip, and our gear reviews only feature items we've actually used and trust.
Family Adventures
How do I take a sensory-sensitive kid on their first outdoor adventure?
Solve friction and temperature ahead of time with seamless socks and light layers, talk through what to expect before you leave, keep the route short, flat, and close to the car, and treat an early turnaround as a win so they'll want to go again. Read the full guide →
What age can kids start hiking or camping?
There's no single right age — it's more about matching the trip to your kid's comfort level than hitting a number. Short, familiar, close-to-the-car outings build a good first association no matter how old they are.
Can I bring pets on outdoor adventures?
Many of our adventures are pet-friendly — check the Family, Kids & Pets section under Learn for tips, and always confirm pet policies for the specific trail, campground, or park before you go.
How do I make a long family road trip more bearable?
Focus on four essentials: quality coffee, energy-steady snacks, plenty of water, and a full tank of fuel with a plan for roadside assistance. Skipping big meals and sugary snacks in favor of these keeps you alert and cuts down on pit stops. Read the full guide →
Lifestyle
How do I find time for more adventures with a busy family schedule?
To make time for more outdoor adventures, build a repeatable system — group gear by activity, keep a packing checklist, stage gear the weekend before, do laundry and meal plan early, arrange pet care ahead, and reset your gear after each trip so it's ready for next time. Read the full guide →