I've had a few friends ask me lately for recommendations on infant/toddler carriers for hiking - urban & backcountry. While I haven't taken Eliot overnight yet, we have done a fair amount of walking. There are several good brands out there: Sherpani, Kelty, Ergo, Beco, Moby ... & the differences between them can be subtle but important.



Here are a few key differences to get you started ...



For a sturdy framed "pack" try Sherpani or Kelty (several outfitters have… Continue

Thinking of taking your kids to the Daks for a little hike? Consider tackling Cascade Mt. It's a great day hike right off the road, and it's a 4000 footer! It's also the classified as the easiest 4000 footer in the Adirondacks, so it's a great test to see how your kids will respond to hiking. If they love it, you're on your way to hiking all 46 of them. Go in the fall. Great for the leaf peeping!



Directions to Hike

Exit 31 (Elizabethtown) from I-87. Take 9N north, continue on 9N… Continue

I wanted to post the importance of the "leave no trace" movement, but after spending some time on http://www.lnt.org/index there is a TON of great stuff on here. Get involved! Maybe participate in The Leave No Trace Bigfoot Challenge.

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Came across a really great web-page with frequently asked questions on canoe camping with kids. If you've been considering going, than definitely read this! I can tell you that canoe camping is probably one of the best outdoor activities you can do with younger kids... Great resource! -B



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Tried out JUSTIN'S NUT BUTTER PACKETS on a recent climb in the Adirondacks... awesome stuff and very packable! -B