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Appalachian Trail Kids
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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January 26, 2022

The Best Baby Carriers for Hiking & Outdoor Adventures

In FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE

As outdoorsy mamas (or at least moms that spend a lot of time outside), we get asked a lot about gear recommendations. The Run Wild My Child team that brings you the articles on this website is made up of 30+ writers, all parents on a mission to spend time outside with our kids and help inspire and encourage other parents to do the same. Between us and all our kids, we’ve tried and tested…

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January 27, 2020

Hiking With A Toddler

In FAVORITE GEAR, HIKE, INFORMATION, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Hiking with kids of any age is always an adventure. But, hiking with a toddler (age 1-3) presents its own set of unique challenges and obstacles. However, we believe that hiking with our kids, even in those difficult toddler years, is incredibly beneficial, rewarding and (dare we say) fun! Whether you’re hiking in national parks or on local trails close to home, making the extra effort to go hiking with a toddler is worth it…

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February 26, 2019

How to Be Prepared when Desert Hiking with Kids

In HIKE, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Hiking with kids is one of our all-time favorite activities. It can be done nearly anywhere, doesn’t require fancy gear or weeks of planning and can be adapted for kids of all ages. No wonder it’s one of the first activities that most parents resort to when getting their kids outdoors. And while it may sound (and be) relatively easy, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be prepared…especially when hiking in locations such as the desert….

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January 23, 2018

Hiking with Kids: Galisteo Basin Preserve, Santa Fe

In FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Today’s post is all about hiking Galisteo Basin Preserve in Santa Fe, NM. Photographer, mama and outdoor adventurer Kelli Johansen is taking us along on this gorgeous hike with her family, including her 2 year-old daughter. She’s got some great information on hiking with toddlers, what you need to know before you go and what to pack on your adventure. If you have any questions for Kelli, please leave them in the comments below. Galisteo…

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Hiking the Appalachian Trail
June 21, 2017

Overnight Backpacking on the Appalachian Trail with a Toddler

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE

Hi friends! As you know, Run Wild My Child is all about helping parents get their children outdoors and back into nature, one adventure at a time. While I wish I could quit my day job and spend all my time traveling and outdoor adventuring with my kids so I could share everything with you, I sadly cannot do it all. However, I’m thrilled to announce that in the upcoming months we will be featuring…

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