Unplug the i-Pod and Plug Into Nature
We love the idea of “plugging” kids into nature and thought these organic tee-shirt designs were super cute so we contacted our friend Jen Rieke Taylor, Founder and Global Brand manager of Mountain Sprouts, to ask her some questions and learn more about their Plug Into Nature campaign.
Great American Backyard Campout: Part Two
There is a lot to be said about camping in the backyard for many reasons. No need to pack and unpack the car. No need to prepare breakfast out of a cooler on a picnic table, among other things. But one of the biggest advantages to camping in your own backyard is when it rains. And rains. And rains…
REI Passport to Adventure for Kids
The REI Passport to Adventure Program is aimed at kids ages 5-12 years and encourages them to document and record their outdoor adventures. By doing so, kids learn more about the natural world and take the first steps towards a lifetime of outdoor fun and recreation.
Great American Backyard Campout
OK campers! Gather your tents, sleeping bags, marshmallows and headlamps, we’re off to the great outdoors! We’re off to the backyard! No really, what better way to get your little ones ready for the camping season than a fun, low-key backyard campout that doesn’t require any long car rides or that you bring your own […]
Nalgene for Kids Now BPA Free
Nalgene, the leader in portable plastic water bottles has long been helping outdoor adventurers reach new summits. About a year ago, they turned their attention to the ultimate outdoor challenge - toddlers. The Nalgene Grip-n-Gulp bottle is a convenient, odor-resistant, leakproof bottle with a sippy spout top designed just for thirsty little bodies.
Recently, Nalgene announced the introduction of a new BPA-free Grip-n-Gulp bottle design […]
Baby Banz Sunglasses Top Award Winner
Baby Banz was recently awarded a 2008 iParenting Media Award for their Australian designed infant and child sunglasses. Baby Banz offer 100% UV protection for little eyes with a unique wrap-around design that is easy to fit and wear. Their sunglasses also feature a neoprene strap that is stretchy and soft on little heads.
We have been using […]

