We made the mistake of packing too heavily the first few times we backpacked the Appalachian Trail here on the East Coast of the United States. My son and one …
Time for a story. We’ve been hiking with the children for years. And they’ve said they enjoyed it or at least put up with it for our sake. But …
As a rule, hikers shouldn’t drink untreated wild water in streams or springs unless the water source has been marked as “potable,” or drinkable, either on a map you have …
Rain isn’t always such a bad thing when camping. True, it makes the trails squishy and muddy, and we need to wear raincoats and boots. But rain makes forests lush. …
Another wonderful place for children of all ages to visit is the free Cape May CountyPark and Zoo in New Jersey. The zoohas a wide range of interesting animals; like …
Happy New Year, Everyone! We wish you health and fun adventures in 2020. The Stone Harbor, New Jersey, Wetlands Institute teaches people about the need to keep our precious …
The holidays can be such a hectic time of year, so difficult to find that much-needed time to have fun with your family. I mean there are gifts to buy, …
In today’s rush-rush world, it’s so important to remember to take some time for your family. This couldn’t have been made clearer to me than this past week. The …
Autumn is my favorite season. I love the crisp air and the host of brilliant color on deciduous tree leaves. It’s the best time to …
When you plan an unfamiliar road trip with the family, how do you find your way? I’m sure we all agree that you need to know where you are …