alyssa · November 13, 2017
A note from my family to yours: Hi friends! Every November comes around and I find myself with less time for outdoor pursuits, and overwhelmed by the impending…
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alyssa · July 27, 2017
- Big Agnes has long been a trusted brand for our family when we are in the backcountry. The Air Core Pads have been our favorites for the last 5-6 years, as…
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alyssa · June 11, 2016
A good pair of water shoes is one of our "family essential items" in the summertime. Whether wearing them just to the pool or waterpark or using them on the…
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alyssa · December 2, 2015
We are eeking out of the bunny-hill years but honestly the most questions we receive regarding teaching kids to ski is about how and when to teach your young…
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alyssa · December 5, 2014
Other than aquiring the gear needed to adventure with kids, the largest obstacle for most parents people is organizing it. Or packing it. Or both. So naturally…
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alyssa · November 25, 2014
"In The Open 2015" consists of the gear we choose, use and abuse every time we step out the door, winter or summer. It is the gear we love and need. The gear…
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alyssa · November 18, 2014
- Kai is my best running buddy. No matter how slow I go, he is always there with a cheerful smile. He doesn't push or pull. He doesn't nag. He doesn't…
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alyssa · November 7, 2014
A few months ago I became acquainted with Skida through the Instagram photos of many of my favorite female skiers, boarders and mountaineers. I guess you could…
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alyssa · September 24, 2014
A good approach shoe will quickly become your most used shoe in your arsenal. Great for easy climbing and scrambling, they \[usually\] are also great for urban…
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alyssa · August 11, 2014
For the last few summers (and winters) we've collected our crew and headed to the Outdoor Retailer show in Salt Lake. The fun part is seeing all the friends…
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alyssa · July 1, 2014
Ok, I should straight up say this review isn't going to be unbias. First, I haven't used any products similar to Lifestraw, with which to compare. But…
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alyssa · June 13, 2014
As our kids get older, we have gotten bolder. Our adventures have migrated from family car camping to multiple backpacking trips a summer. But always the…
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alyssa · May 21, 2014
There are so many great kid carriers on the market. But when it comes to cargo space, the Kelty Pathfinder 3.0 is one of our favorites. Tested in: Nearly…
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christine_kieft · April 1, 2014
Tested in: Hiking, walking, & swimming with 20 lb. Toddler and 40 lb. Preschooler Cost: $65 Availability: Boba provided by GoTikesGo.com Best Use: Short hikes,…
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alyssa · March 17, 2014
A good kid carrier is a must-have for any outdoor family. And having one that suits your needs might not be as straight forward as you think. So we jumped on…
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