The Gift of Shared Experiences
In partnership with LL Bean
If there’s one thing that holds true for everyone in this incredible group of parents at Hike it Baby, its that we feel our children grow so quickly. The years fly by in a blur of happy/tantrumy/unpredictable chaos while we try to juggle work, school, quality family time, and maybe even a few quiet moments for ourselves. No ...
Originally published August 13, 2018
We live in a busy world. This is even more true for families with children! There are multiple schedules to juggle, chores and errands to accomplish, and meltdowns to conquer. This can make getting out of the house, let alone at a specific time, seem like a monumental task. The same rings true for outdoor activities, both scheduled and unscheduled. That&r...
By Karen Francis-McWhite
It looked like a whim. But when I decided to backpack the Wonderland Trail, a 93-mile trek around the highest mountain in Washington state, it was actually a goal years in the making.
I started training in 2005 when I moved to Washington, but only a couple months in I learned I was expecting my first child. I put a pin in my plan, and set a new goal: bac...
Kid complaining that they are bored? Have you tried everything to help get your children out of the house and active? Make something fun for them! This article will provide you with a few ideas to get your children outside and active.
It is a great activity to do with your kids, siblings, or friends, and is fun for all ages! So head outside and have some fun at the park. Avoid boredom by get...
Your Fool-Proof Guide To Getting Your Family Out the Door This Winter (without all the hassle and sweat!)
It’s beautiful out- the sun is finally shining for once and, with the gleam of the sunshine reflected off the freshly fallen snow, you’re just aching to get out and have some fun with the kids. You envision the joy on their faces as they slide down the snow-covered hills or ...
"You never know how or when you'll have an impact, or how important your example can be to someone else." - Denzel Washington
As Black History Month comes to a close, it is important to remember to continue to recognize all the amazing and powerful Black individuals and organizations that are continuously working to better their communities and the world. This is by no means...
Elicia Giffin has served as Office Manager at Hike it Baby for a year. Her main responsibilities are responding to emails, spending time preparing mailings, processing monthly bills, editing documents, and supporting the rest of the amazing HiB team where and when she’s needed. One of the most inspiring parts of Elicia’s job is the team she works with.
What is your favorite quo...
Hike it Baby's Winter Walk with Wox encourages individuals and families to head outside for a ten-minute walk every day in the month of February. The Winter Walk Challenge aims to get people outside during the part of the year where most of us could use extra outdoor time. February brings cold temperatures, more cloudy days, and snow and ice for many parts of the country, making it one of t...
It’s Been Quite a Year
Thanks 2020, it’s been real. Australian bushfires, a long-overdue cry for social justice and reform, Megan and Harry leaving the Royal family, a US Presidential election, and let’s not forget a global pandemic and all of the extra baggage that brought with it. The silver lining is that when we go through tough things it often brings clarity and helps...
Hike it Baby Executive Director, Jessica Carrillo Alatorre, explains Hike it Baby's goal to change what it means to be "outdoorsy" as the first step in ensuring all families have the ability to create a connection with nature.
The Traditional Picture of the Outdoorsy Type
2020 has been a year of reinventing, redefining, and resilience. To that end, I am proud that Hike it Ba...
