If your planning a hiking trip to the Yosemite Valley in Yosemite NP here are some great highlight videos that the National Park Service has
The Sierra Nevada range has so many beautiful little gems hidden within it, it’s really hard to choose where to spend your time. Here is
Point Lobos State Reserve is often referred to as “the crown jewel of California’s state park system”. It attracts over 300,000 visitors each year…and for good reason.
Do you want to experience Yosemite in the summer without the crowds? Here is a beautiful, moderately strenuous 14 mile overnighter that will allow you
Devils Postpile National Monument is one of those places that had been on my list of MUST sees for a while. The internet search results
I have talked to several friends that have young kids and they have asked me when they should start to take their kid(s) hiking? Hiking
This easy 2.8 mile out and back family friendly hike, is a refreshing escape from the heat and the hustle and bustle of Southern California.
Are you looking for a really good tasting Smore alternative? My family was recently turned onto the Campfire Roasted Strawberry recipe, and my daughters absolutely love them. The best part is I don’t feel so guilty letting them eat a [...]
It wasn’t so long ago that there were only a few companies making backpacking meals and the selections they offered were pretty limited. Now you can go to a backpacking specialty store and find a lot of options. Not long [...]
Whether you use it for food preparation or strictly the ambiance, sitting around a campfire is perhaps one of the most memorable experiences of a camping trip… just ask any Smores loving kid, young or old. I don’t know about [...]
Are you sick and tired of the same old camping breakfasts? This one is so tasty and easy you won’t believe your camping. Ingredients: 1/2 C Heavy Cream 1/2 C Milk 4 Eggs 1/4 C Sour Cream 1/2 C Sugar [...]
The National Park Service has selected five entrance fee-free days this year to celebrate National Park Week. During the days of April 22-26, 2013 the National Park Service will not charge an entrance fee to visit the Parks. Explore more than 100 [...]
I’ve owned the Monkey Man Jacket by Mountain Hardwear for a little over 2 years now and I decided a review was long overdue. I wear this jacket alone when I’m tooling around town, hiking, camping, playing in the snow, [...]
So my wife and I have been wanting to get a family camper trailer for quite some time now. The only problem is I want something that I can take off roading. No offense but I’m not a huge fan [...]
Helping keep kids organized can be a huge struggle when traveling or camping. My wife and I have tried several different methods to help keep our daughters things organized on road trips or camping outings.Everything from individual backpacks (which is [...]
Spring is here. What that means if your an REI member is that you should be receiving shortly ( if you haven’t already) your yearly dividend and your 20% off coupon! WHOO HOO! I love REI and I am planning to use [...]
Are you looking for a way to easily make the perfect cup of coffee while your camping or backpacking that tastes and looks completely gourmet? Believe it or not, all you need is instant coffee, sugar and hot water. No [...]