Last fall, our family decided to sell our beloved 1993 VW Eurovan Campervan, Dusty. It was sad to say goodbye because we have so many memories packed into that van. We’ve owned that van for seven years! We bought it when our youngest was only a few weeks old and it has taken us across…
Are you looking to get some fun and excitement on your next camping trip with teens? Teens are incredibly fun to camp with because unlike younger kids who need a lot of hand holding, teens usually just need a little direction to turn any outing into a full on party. Full Disclosure: This post contains…
The West Coast Trail, located on the traditional territory of the Huu-ay-aht, Ditidaht, and Pacheedaht First Nations, is one of Canada’s most challenging hiking trails. Ladders a few stories high to climb, tide tables to manage, roots that will twist your ankle, and boulders as large as vans to scale. It also is one of…
Backcountry camping with kids, car camping in a tent with kids, front country camping in a camper van with kids, and living the van life as a family… we have done it all! Your Guide to Camping with Kids Van life with kids When I was pregnant with our second daughter, I became obsessed with…
Finding a quality 4 man tent to sleep in as a family is important. But first, you need to decide if you want to have a bit more space? Is cost a factor? Do you want a 4 person tent that will also double as a backcountry tent for your family? Does the early morning…
Some people do not feel that it is possible to go camping with a baby. Not only is it possible, but it can be a great way to bond together as a family. Also, babies can sleep better in the outdoors and certain individuals believe that it is even is good for their health. Start…
I am very excited to share with you the first of many activities that will come out with these little animals. I just felt that these animals were too cute to only have as ‘decorations’ on the activity calendars. After writing the Hiking Guide for Families, I knew that I wanted to write more posts…
Camping is something that we love to do as a family. We usually start going on the occasional trip in April or May depending on the weather. I love that camping brings us closer together. Some of my favourite moments while camping are around the campfire. Even when we were off living the vanlife, I…
I was beyond nervous the first time we decided to drive 10 hours straight with two little kids. I thought for sure my sanity would be lost somewhere on the highway. In order to survive the trip I immediately decided we would need an Ipad. Then, I worried that if I let them watch a…
Our family has officially started our 3 month Van trip with Dusty our VW van. He is a 1993 VW Eurovan with lots of character and is a big part of our family. I am writing this in Yahk, BC while the kids sleep in the van that is parked near the river on our…
