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Trailblazers: A Guide to Hiking with Kids
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Planning to hike with kids means a few extra items, and tips to make sure you all have a safe and fun hike!
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Kids Hiking essentials
 
Hiking attire for kids
 
Little Explorers
 
Little Hungry Hikers

Kids Hiking essentials

Keep your kids safe on the trails with these great items!
 
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Don't let those pesky bugs get ya! These will help keep them away and perfect for kids to wear!
Cliganic 10 Pack Mosquito Repellent Bracelets
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Awesome little headlamp to keep your kids safe on the trails if the sun goes down.
EverBrite 5 Pack Kids Headlamp with Red Light
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Must have for all the little outdoor enthusiast!
LuxoGear Emergency Whistles with Lanyard 2 Pack
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Best water Filter for those unexpected emergencies!
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter for Hiking, Camping
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Hiking attire for kids

Keep your kids comfortable while tackling all those adventures!

 
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Great stylish sunglasses to help protect those little eyes while enjoying the great outdoors!
RIVBOS Kids Polarized UV Sunglasses RBK004
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Awesome Camelback Backpack for those long hikes!
CamelBak Mini M.U.L.E. Kids Hydration Pack, 50 oz
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Great hikers need great shoes and these are perfect for those little feet to stay comfortable on their hikes!
Merrell Unisex-Child Trail Chaser Hiking Sneaker
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Little Explorers

Tips and advice for parents or guardians who want to take their little ones on hiking adventures.

 
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Great tips for hiking with toddlers/kids and having fun!
Hiking with Kids
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Fun and great ideas to keep your kids engaged and excited about being in nature and having fun on hikes!
Hiking Activities for Kids
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Get out and explore! And with these awesome ideas you and your kids will be learning about nature and having fun too!
10 Ideas to Get You and Your Child Exploring Outdoors
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Find the BEST and SAFEST trails to take your kids on while enjoying the breathtaking views in Yellowstone!
Best Kid Friendly Trails in West Yellowstone
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Awesome advice to help kids safe in the great outdoors!
Hiking with Kids: How to Keep Them "Safe and Found" on a Hike
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VERY important information if you're planning any outdoor adventure where an animal encounter is possible! Be Prepared for anything!
How to Handle Animal Encounters - The Thousand Miler
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Excellent guide and learning tool to help you and your kids be on the lookout for animals big and small.
Cute to ferocious: The coolest animals you might spot on ...
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Teach your little explorers to love and appreciate nature and what makes it thrive!
Explore Together (outdoors): Outdoor Plant Walk
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Great advice to help keep the bugs of you and your kids all while learning about them too!
Bothersome Bugs
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Great advice if you want to know how much your kids can safely pack on a hike.
How Far Can Kids Hike, and How Much Can They Carry?
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Little Hungry Hikers

Keep your little hikers' tummies full with these awesome ideas!

 
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Best snack ideas for all those hikes and outings with kids!
Trail-Tested Kid-Approved Hiking Snacks
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Delicious Fruit rolls to pack for a hiking snack your kids will love!
BEAR Real Fruit Snack Rolls - Strawberry, 12 Pack
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Great little snack pack to keep your kids moving!
Kar’s Nuts Sweet ‘N Salty Trail Mix, 1.5 oz, 18 Pack
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