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March 8, 2024

The Ultimate Guide to Canoe Camping with Kids

If you’ve ever dreamed of combining your love of canoeing with camping in the wilderness, you’re in for a treat. Today, Anthony Quill (of From Tent to Takeoff), a passionate outdoorsy Minnesota dad, is here sharing his insights and experiences canoe camping with kids. In this comprehensive guide, he’s included everything you need to know about canoe camping with kids, from where to go, what to pack, and tips for keeping the little ones entertained…

New Adventures: Our First Bikepacking Trip with Kids

In BIKE, CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Bikepacking with kids is an opportunity to bond, explore, camp, and create lifelong memories. If you’ve ever dreamt of embarking on a two-wheeled adventure with your little ones in tow, you’re in for a treat. Today, St. Louis mom of three, Steph Hampton, is here to introduce you to the wonderful world of bikepacking with kids and share her family’s first bikepacking experience. She’s included practical tips to ensure a successful and enjoyable journey, advice on how…

Exploring Iceland with Kids: 7-day Camper Van Tour

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Exploring the rugged and wild corners of Iceland is a dream trip for eager travelers. However, it can also seem incredibly daunting to do with young children in tow. But, that’s not the case! We are here to tell you that traveling around Iceland is completely achievable with children and you will make the most wonderful memories together. Today, travel blogger and UK mom of two, Aimee K, is here sharing her family’s 7-day camper…

What I Learned From My First Backpacking Trip with Kids

In CAMP, FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you love camping, hiking, and a challenge, backpacking is the next step! Backpacking with kids can be an exciting and rewarding experience, but it can also be challenging if you’re not adequately prepared. But, where do you even begin? Today, St. Louis mom of three, Steph Hampton is here to share her family’s recent backpacking experience. As a first-time backpacker with kids, Steph learned that planning and preparation are essential to ensure a successful trip,…

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two kids at the trail sign for Oooh Ahh point in the Grand Canyon National Park

December 23, 2022

10 Ideas for Outdoor Family Vacations & Adventure

In FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re looking to bond with your family and have amazing outdoor adventures together, where should you go for the best family vacation? Here at Run Wild My Child, we get asked about outdoor family adventure travel a lot! And we have a lot of ideas on how to plan the perfect adventure for your family. But, what if I told you that it’s not always about where to go, but more about what you…

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September 7, 2022

RV Camping with Kids: Tips for Success from Full-Time RV Moms

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’ve ever been curious about RV camping with your kids and family, this post is for you! We are sharing the top tips for how to have a successful family RV camping experience, from three full-time RV moms. In this post, Leslie Alvis, an Ohio mom of 4, put together a huge post filled with tips from her RV experiences and those of our experts. They’re sharing their tips for how to choose the…

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August 26, 2022

Ultimate Camping Gear List for Families

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PRINTABLES

Packing for a camping trip with the family sounds a bit overwhelming and intimidating. But it doesn’t have to be! Today, Lissy Perna, Cape Cod mom of 2, put together this ultimate family camping gear checklist to help make packing for your next trip quick and easy! She covers everything from the camping essentials to all those little items that are easy to overlook. This printable camping gear packing list for your family is organized…

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August 22, 2022

Ultimate List of Outdoor Gear for Kids

In BIKE, CAMP, FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE

It’s no secret that when it comes to outfitting our kids for the great outdoors, the options are endless, and the choices can get overwhelming. While we all know that a box and a pile of sticks can allow for endless hours of unstructured entertainment, that’s not going to keep kids warm or safe when exploring. When we’re ready to take our adventures past the front yard and to the next level, what outdoor gear…

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July 27, 2022

Roan Mountain Highlands with Kids

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS

The Appalachian Trail and Great Smoky Mountain National Park are both huge touristy areas this time of year. The park is incredible, but the crowds can be intense and overwhelming. However, there is another option for exploring the Appalachian Trail with kids nearby that is family-friendly and way less crowded, with spectacular vistas and stunning wildlife. If you find yourself in Southern Appalachia, check out the Roan Mountain Highlands! The Roan Highlands are quite simply…

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June 21, 2022

Camping with Kids: Best Tents for Families

In CAMP, FAVORITE GEAR, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER

Whether you’re buying your first tent or upgrading to accommodate a growing family, there’s a lot to consider when purchasing a new tent. When camping, your tent is your home away from home. It’s where you’ll spend your evenings when you sleep and possibly hang out during rain or bouts of bad weather. Tents provide privacy, room to hang out, and most importantly, protection from inclement weather, cold, wind, and rain. Your tent can make…

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June 6, 2022

Unique Family-Friendly Camping with Hipcamp

In CAMP, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER

It’s almost summer, which means it’s officially camping season! This summer millions of weary souls will head into the wilderness to refresh, recharge and connect by spending time in nature. We hope that you’ll be one of them! Camping is such an amazing way to bond with your kids, disconnect from your screens, and get a serious dose of Vitamin N (nature). Camping certainly isn’t easy, but it’s always worth it. The first step in…

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The Ultimate Guide to Canoe Camping with Kids

New Adventures: Our First Bikepacking Trip with Kids

Exploring Iceland with Kids: 7-day Camper Van Tour

What I Learned From My First Backpacking Trip with Kids

10 Ideas for Outdoor Family Vacations & Adventure

RV Camping with Kids: Tips for Success from Full-Time RV Moms

Ultimate Camping Gear List for Families

Ultimate List of Outdoor Gear for Kids

Roan Mountain Highlands with Kids

Camping with Kids: Best Tents for Families

Unique Family-Friendly Camping with Hipcamp

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