9. Hiking and Backpacking with Little Kids
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In today's episode we talk with Stephanie the Backpacking Mom about how to start hiking with little kids when you don't know where to start, even if you're not an "outdoorsy" person. We also dive into the world of backcountry camping and how it might be more doable than you think.
Stephanie is a mom to 3 kiddos, an avid backpacker, and passionate about helping other families get outside with their kids. She started backpacking with her kids when they were babies, and since then she has traveled and hiked far and wide with them.
Find Stephanie:
Instagram: @thebackpackingmom
Links:
(Affiliate Link): KidCo Sleeping Pod
(Affiliate Link): Life Straw water filter
In this episode we discuss:
how to get started with hiking with little kids
what equipment you need for hiking
how to find kid-friendly trails
overcoming the obstacle of packing up and getting all the kids dressed just to get out the door - the mindset that Stephanie always has when it feels like too much work
getting kids to actually enjoy the hike
what backpacking is vs car camping
best gear for backpacking with babies & toddlers
an epic story from one of Stephanie’s backpacking trips
📍 FIND ME AT:
Blog: http://www.emilymkrause.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amomexplores/
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