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THE EXPLORER BLOG
This is where education meets experience. Inside our blog, you’ll find real life outdoor guidance, trail tested advice, and inspiration to help you raise kids outside with confidence.


Where to Hike in Mount Rainier National Park With Kids: Hiking Mom Hike List
While traveling by camper van to a charity hike, we planned a meaningful stop at Mount Rainier National Park with our kids. This guide shares our favourite kid friendly and stroller friendly hikes, including trail distances and practical tips for families.
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Your Complete Guide to Ice Cleats (Micro Spikes) for Winter Hiking Safety: Baby Wearing in the Winter and Kids Ice Cleats Gear Recommendations
Ice cleats are a year round essential in the Canadian Rockies. I start using them as early as September and keep them on hand through winter and well into spring. They keep every step steady while babywearing and help toddlers and older kids stay safe on icy or muddy trails. With the right traction, families can explore confidently in every season.
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Leave No Trace: 7 Simple Ways Families Can Protect Nature
7 leave no trace principles for families to help encourage kids to protect nature with tips to get kids connected to the mission to keep nature wild.
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Hiking with a Baby Packing List: Everything You Need for Baby on a Day Hike
This is a packing list for everything that you need with your baby when going on a hike.
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Everything You Need to Know about Hiking in the Summer Heat with a Baby
A need to read if you're hiking with your baby this summer. You will see 11 tips to make your hikes more enjoyable.
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7 Tips for Hiking with a Baby in the Winter
There is magic in the winter months whether you’re embracing the weather and hiking or getting cozy indoors. *Disclaimer: use your own...
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