Beware of Ticks When Hiking or Camping
Two tools of tick prevention: long socks and tape lint rollers. Find tick identification photos at the web links in post. Oh, breathe in that fresh spring air! It makes …
When a National Park Temporarily Closes a Trail
If National Park rangers close a trail, they are not trying to ruin your vacation no matter how much mom complains. *Ahem!* The trail is closed for a reason. Case …
Understanding the Temperature of Water
High-elevation lakes run deep and can be quite still. But they arebeautiful! The best part of camping with the family is learning something new, together. It’s true. We usually camp …
Hiking in Springtime
Finding the mountains through the clouds! This was early on in our camping adventures. Back when I couldn’t convince the children to come in …
Not All Who Wander Are Lost
Exploring a new beach in Maine “Mommy,” one of the twins asked, “why do we go some place different every summer?” I guessed, rightly, that she was referring to …
Animals You Find on the Trail: The Importance of Maintaining Distance
Into the woods on another adventure This can be more difficult than it seems depending upon the beast. Sometimes you don’t notice them until you’re in front of them. We’ve …
The Importance of Water and Snacks When Hiking
The top of Mt. Franey Trail From Peggy’s Cove, where our daughter learned not to dunk her new camera into the salt water while climbing on the rocks—too late, unfortunately—to …
How to Plan a Camping Trip Part 2
One of our campsites When planning any road trip, it’s important to remember driving distances and travel times. Time zones or ferry schedules need to be considered in addition to …
How to Plan a Camping Trip Part 1
Camping at a Primitive site Start planning your trip before the campgrounds open for the season. Meet with the family to get everyone’s input. Determine the type of camping experience …
A Real Live Giant: The Mighty Sequoias
On the Trail in the Valley of the Giants Peak your children’s interest in family vacations with attention-grabbing questions. Like a math equation, you need to factor in the age of …