Olympic National Park is incredibly diverse with ecosystems ranging from glacier-capped mountains to old-growth temperate rainforests. Add that to over 70 miles of wild coastline and there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy. The park is open year-round, with fun activities in all seasons such as skiing and tubing in winter at Hurricane ridge and incredible wildlife-viewing in spri...
We love being an aunt and uncle. We get to swoop in and pick up our nieces and nephews, take them on incredible outdoor adventures, and bring them back home filled with awesome stories to tell their friends. You see, we travel full-time in our RV and have been on the road for 2.5 years. Kids LOVE RVs and our nieces and nephews are no exception. We recently decided to take each one on an RV trip...
When Social Anxiety Hits
Everyone begins walking down the trail. Parents are asking each other questions and swapping stories. You tell yourself you should join the conversation, get to know some of the other parents. After all, look at your child – chattering with a group of kids, becoming fast friends. But the idea of jumping in is overwhelming. According to Jenn Granneman, author of...
I’m from Wisconsin and though we’ve had a warm winter so far, winter usually means lots of snow, cold temps and short days. I’ve been an avid hiker for much of my life and thought I knew what I was doing out there, but then, I had a kid! Making sure a toddler is warm and dry on the trail is something I never accounted for and frankly don’t wish on anyone, but if you are ...
While many of us have outdoor-related goals for the new year, reaching these goals can be a daunting task when faced with the demands of life. Maybe you don’t know how to get started when you have a baby or toddler in tow. Or maybe you are a grandparent, unsure if hiking will be right for you. Here’s the thing: Hiking is an “everybody” sport. The mental and physical bene...
Our kids grow up, and it happens fast. Faster, in fact, than we as parents can anticipate, and certainly faster than we want. However, it does happen, and even though Hike it Baby welcomes people of all ages and abilities, there comes a time when our families begin to age out of Hike it Baby.
Are You Aging Out of Hike it Baby?
If any of the following apply to you, you may have started ...
Looking for hiking challenges to motivate you to get outside all year round? We’ve compiled a list of awesome, family-friendly outdoor and hiking challenges for you. Challenge yourself this year to increase health, decrease stress and spend quality time making memories with your loved ones. (Did we miss a hiking challenge you participate in? Comment below!)
52 Hike Challenge
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Inspiration for the Outdoor Family
There is a wide range of amazing outdoor families on Instagram that will make you want to lace up your hiking boots, throw on your backpack, and hit the dirt. It was hard to narrow it down to a shortlist! We're thankful for the outdoor families that share their journey and the vision that shows, with a little planning and perseverance, you can take your...
A New Year's Day Tradition
New Year's Day marks the end of the holiday season. It is the perfect time to start reaping the benefits of nature to help us let go of that holiday stress and get back to the balance of life. That’s where First Day Hikes come in. What started as a local movement in Massachusetts in 1992 grew into a nationwide program in 2012. On New Year’s Day,...
Parenthood is an Adventure. Bring it Outside.
Shanti Hodges, founder of Hike it Baby, just wanted to get outside after giving birth to her son six years ago.
“When I had Mason, I knew it would feel isolating,” she says, “but I didn’t expect to feel like I had no friends or that I couldn’t get out into nature.”
Hodges knew about various acti...
