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Ultimate Colorado Travel Guide for Glenwood Springs with Kids
Perhaps you’ve driven by this little Colorado mountain town on the side of I-70 that smells of sulfur and wondered, “what is there to do in Glenwood Springs?” There is SO MUCH to do that planning a trip can be overwhelming. In this complete travel guide I will share...
How to Dress Kids for Winter Hikes – from Head to Toe
Snow has officially graced the mountains of Colorado! I am both mourning the quick fall, but also excited for the ski season, snowshoeing, sledding, and the winter hiking season. With all of these winter activities, the key to happy kids is warm kids and the key to...
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Hello! One way Raising Hikers website and the content I provide on social media platforms is funded is through brand partnerships like the ones below. As a thank you for purchasing through my affiliate links or engaging with my content, I have secured these discount...
Our 4 Favorite Kid Carriers for Hiking – from Infant to Preschool Age
We have been carrying kids on hikes for 6 straight years—from our daughter’s first hike when she was 8 weeks old to last weekend when my son needed a short lift. Our kids are 5 years old and 6 years old and we still occasionally carry them on hikes. Yes, I know that...
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...
About Me
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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How to Dress Kids for Winter Hikes – from Head to Toe
Snow has officially graced the mountains of Colorado! I am both mourning the quick fall, but also...
Top 5 Kid Hikes in Roxborough State Park
Roxborough State Park is located in Littleton, Colorado, just 40 minutes south of Denver. It is...
Frozen Waterfall Hike with Kids Near Denver
While spring is around the corner, I am still trying to embrace the winter in Colorado and all it...
Red Rocks Amphitheater – Denver Kid Hike
When we are seeking an easy yet beautiful outing, our favorite Denver kid hike is the Trading Post...
Eagle’s View Trail at Reynold’s Park – Denver Kid Hike
Today we were seeking a “forest hike” within an hour of Denver, Colorado and we found just the...
Hiking the Colorado Paint Mines Responsibly
Since we are forced to be inside much of the week due to our full time jobs, we are usually...