TheOutdoorChild.com: Family Camping and HikingBig Four Trail Review & Trip Report
Trip Report for Big Four Ice Caves on 01/31/2011 Last weekend we headed out hiking to end the old year and break in the new. It was a superb, dry Saturday that promised crisp air and great views! We decided on the Big Four Ice Caves off of Mt. Loop Highway near Granite Falls, WA. [...]
Hike with Kids: Big Four Ice Caves
Big Four Ice Caves Location: Mt. Loop Highway, North Cascade Mountains Ranger District: Darrington Ranger District Required Pass: Northwest Forest Pass Trail Length: 2.2 miles roundtrip Elevation Gain: 200 feet Highest Elevation: 1900 feet Pets: Dogs allowed on leash. Expect: Trail traffic, slippery bridges. Snow in winter (snowshoeing); beware of avalanche dangers around the ice caves all [...]
Hike with Kids: Lake Twenty-Two (Lake 22)
Lake Twenty-Two (Lake 22) Location: Mt. Loop Highway, North Cascade Mountains Ranger District: Darrington Ranger District Required Pass: Northwest Forest Pass Trail Length: 5.4 miles roundtrip Elevation Gain: 1350 feet Highest Elevation: 2400 feet Pets: Dogs allowed on leash. Expect: Trail traffic, loose rock, possible mud holes. Snow in winter (snowshoeing); beware of avalanche dangers [...]
Hike With Kids: Franklin Falls
Franklin Falls Location: Snoqualmie Pass, Cascade Mountains Ranger District: Snoqualmie Ranger District Required Pass: Northwest Forest Pass Trail Length: 2.0 miles roundtrip Elevation Gain: 400 feet Highest Elevation: 2600 feet Pets: Dogs allowed on leash. Expect: Snow in winter. Directions: From Seattle/Bellevue: East I-90 to exit 47 (Denny Creek exit). Turn left then cross the [...]
Hike With Kids: Old Robe Canyon Trail
Old Robe Canyon Location: North Cascade Mountains Directions: From Granite Falls, follow Mountain Loop Highway for about 7 miles. Trailhead is located on the south side of Mountain Loop Highway, just across from Forest Road 41. Trailhead is marked by a very old brick structure with a small sign on it; it can be easy [...]
Raising Eco-Conscious, Nature-Loving Kids
So, you want to raise eco-conscious, nature-loving children? Well, these building blocks are a good place to start, but it doesn’t end here. Long before your children can comprehend the concepts outlined below, your good example will show them what’s important. Children, even as young as toddlers, can learn to revere nature. If you hope [...]
Organic Dehydrated Apple Chips (Rings)
Apples are one of my favorite foods to dehydrate; they are delicious and practically fool-proof! Apple chips are perfect for camping and/or hiking because they are packed with nutrients and very portable. So, let’s get started!! I have four trays for my dehydrator, so I can get away with dehydrating about 4-5 apples at a [...]
5 Ways for Adults & Kids to Cope with HOLIDAY STRESS
5 Ways for Adults & Kids to Cope with HOLIDAY STRESS Take a long, deep breath. Relax. Repeat. This time of year is stressful. It’s not all about the bad kind of stress, either, even the excitement can get a little overwhelming –for everyone, including kids. I recently read an article in USA Today that [...]
Guide to Car Camping with Kids
What you need to know to get started Car Camping with KIds! Are you ready to go outside and play? Whether you’re a newbie to car camping with kids or an expert looking for new ideas, we hope that you will enjoy these tips and find them useful. Planning. Camping, especially with kids, requires planning. [...]
Top 10 Holiday Gifts for Outdoor Explorers (Ages 5-8)
This is an age group that loves to explore! The whole world is full of mystery and wonder to them! Help your Explorer embark on discovering the amazing world we live in! We recommend you purchase high-quality, name-brand outdoor gear, because you deserve peace-of-mind that your outdoor gear will withstand the rugged outdoors, year after [...]
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