When Benjamin Franklin famously said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” he was advising his fellow Philadelphians in regard to the dangers of fires in the city. That 18th Century adage is just as true today as it was first uttered almost three hundred years ago.
Regardless of whether you’re adventuring alone in the backcountry or with a myriad of little ones in tow, a little pr...
The trail means many things to many people. Some like to hide from the everyday noise and get some much-needed peace and quiet. Some use that time to escape from the busyness of life and spend time with family and friends to create memories. And some enjoy a different scenery than the hustle and bustle of street cars and office buildings. But everyone agrees that being in nature is refreshing a...
We all know to carry a compass as part of our 10 essentials, but how many of us know how to use it? Until recently, I didn't. Knowing how to use a compass is one of the basic navigation skills and of the utmost importance to safety on trails. If separated from your group or lost in the woods, your compass and a trail map can be your one-way ticket to safety ... if you know how to use it, of...
To many hikers, the idea of wildlife encounters on trail is something of an "urban" myth. But depending on where you live, it may be more than plausible and a matter of when, not if. The good news is that wildlife encounters aren't a reason to avoid the great outdoors. On the contrary, as with all things, being prepared is half the battle. Because while bears, mountain lions, and ...
Whether you’re new to hiking with your baby or toddler, or you’re looking for a new trail to explore, the Hike it Baby community is a valuable resource for finding family hiking trails around the country. In this article, we share three kid-friendly hikes in Indiana to explore with babies and young children.
If you think urban living is incompatible with nature encounters, or that you have to ...
Six years ago this month, Hike it Baby completed its first hike. Since then, the organization has grown tremendously. And for its "birthday" this year, Hike it Baby is teaming up with Deuter and Leave No Trace™ Center for Outdoor Ethics for the Together We Hike trail cleanup event.
Hike it Baby is commemorating its very first hike by focusing on giving back to the trails and the natural spaces...
Summer’s here and that means longer days and better weather for outdoorsy play, and hiking is just one of the many activities that draws people out to enjoy all that nature has to offer. However, if one of your fears is that your dog or child will pick up a tick, you’re not alone -- but you don’t have to let that stop you from enjoying the outdoors. If you’ve been hiking...
Summer is here and that means one thing for many families: road trip! If you’re planning to spend hours on the road this summer, then you already know that you need to find a way to keep the kiddos entertained.
Otherwise, you’ll be answering endless questions like “Are we there yet?” and “When can we stop?” (Pro tip: anytime you stop, make everyone go potty, even if it’s only been 20 minutes. ...
The reasons we love the outdoors are many and varied. For some it may simply be a matter of recreation and exercise. Others enjoy nature and chance encounters with wildlife. Some enjoy relaxing around the campsite, while others challenge themselves on more difficult trails. Many experience healing and reinvigoration by spending time in nature. Many of us want nothing more than to share with our...
Yosemite is an 1,169-square-mile national park in the Sierra Nevada mountains of California. It was first protected by President Lincoln in 1864 before becoming a national park since 1890. It contains an amazing collection of natural wonders, including world-class waterfalls, huge granite features, stunning mountain lakes, giant sequoia trees, famous viewpoints and miles upon miles of trails. Y...
