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4 Day Adventure Itinerary in Albuquerque with Kids
The final stop on our epic New Mexico road trip was Albuquerque, New Mexico. The goal by the time we reached Albuquerque was for the kids to be able to spell it. We traveled from Denver to Taos to Santa Fe to Alamogordo to Albuquerque. Yet they still left out some of...
10 Adventurous Things to Do in Alamogordo with Kids
Alamogordo, New Mexico is a beautiful national park town with tons to do for adventurous families beyond the White Sands National Park. Of course, that is a highlight and I’ll be sure to share tips and tricks for visiting the park, but I am also excited to share with...
10 Benefits of Camping with Kids
Spending time together camping is my favorite way to relax and recharge. I find that I parent better when I’m outside and the kids usually “need” me less. They are either occupied with camping fun, meeting new friends, or playing with friends that we invited. I get...
Shop our Favorite Outdoor Kids Gear
Shopping for outdoor kids gear can be overwhelming, so I have compiled my favorite lists of outdoor kids gear that we actually use and love! You can shop right from the links on my Rock Porch lists! This post may contain affiliate link. We make a small commission if...
4 Steps to Prepare for Summer Hiking Season
The temperatures are finally starting to warm here in Colorado and I can feel summer edging closer! School is out next month and that starts the official summer hiking & backpacking season. Before the season is upon us and I am consumed in the neverending packing,...
Adventure Family Travel Guide to Red River, New Mexico in Winter
When planning a trip to a laidback mountain ski town, New Mexico may not be the first to come to...
Raising Hikers Ultimate Gift Guide
Welcome to the most comprehensive gift guide for the outdoorsy person in your life (including your...
What Are The Best Hiking Shoes for Kids?
What are the best hiking shoes for kids? This may be the most asked question I get from new hiking...
Complete Guide to Backpacking Great Sand Dunes National Park with Kids
I am so proud of my kids (and myself!) for surviving our first family backpacking trip! Not only...
4 Day Hiking Itinerary with Kids in Rocky Mountain National Park
Happy National Park Week! To honor this momentous week, I am excited to throw back to our first...
8 Week Training Plan for Hiking – Build Strength for Carrying Kids on Your Back
It’s mid-March so naturally I am having that “oh sh@#!” moment because our first big hiking trip...
What to do When Your Kid Does Not Want to Hike
Most people assume that my kids always enjoy hiking and are excited to hit the trails. While...
What to Pack for a Hike with Kids
Enjoying your time on a hike requires preparation. It also means lugging a few extra items than...
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Hi there! I’m Kristin. I’m obsessed with the outdoors and determined to have kids who love to hike, camp, and adventure! When I’m not in the outdoors, I’m running our family nanny business, singing karaoke, or drinking cold brew by day and IPA by night.
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