Backcountry Pancake Lesson
Who doesn’t love a good pancake on a cool camp morning. It’s the perfect meal to begin teaching young campers how to be a camp chef. Check out these tips on camp pancake making.
Finding Johnson Falls: A BWCA Adventure
Drive, paddle, portage, then hike, in that order, to Johnson Falls for a wildly freeing experience in the BWCA. Johnson Falls is an incredible addition to the wilderness experience that the BWCA offers.
S’mores Mash Up Ideas
Happy National Smores Day! Set that campfire ablaze and get toasting! Check out these ideas to mix up your S’more recipe and find your new favorite s’more.
Highlights at Blue Mounds State Park
Get out to Blue Mounds this summer for an amazing variety of landscapes, bison, wildflowers, hiking, and even climbing! This park is a highlight in itself in South Western Minnesota.
Back Country Cast Iron Steak: What You Need to Know
There is something about devouring a steak in the backcountry that makes it taste so much better. Maybe it’s the starvation, hmmmm. Here is what you need to nail it on your backcountry dinner.
7 Fun Hiking Games to Keep Kids Engaged on the Trail
Keeping kids engaged on the hiking trail can be a challenging task. Check out these games for trail entertainment with junior hikers.
How to Wash Dishes in the Backcountry of the BWCA
Washing dishes anywhere is a chore, but it doesn’t have to be a miserable chore. Get a system down and make dishwashing in the backcountry a snap.
Tenting in Theodore Roosevelt National Park
An unforgettable camping adventure awaits in Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The bison roaming, the elk bugling, and the star gazing. Absolutely breathtaking.
Camp Coffee 3 Ways
3 simple, quick ways to make coffee in the backcountry. No coffee press here, just fast and easy coffee to kickstart your wilderness adventures.
Roche-A-Cri State Park, WI
Petroglyphs, 303 stair climb to a vast overlook, hiking and camping. Roche-A-Cri State Park in Wisconsin is packed with adventure!
Tips for Ticks: Adventure Dog Safety
Ticks… feels like they’re all over you just thinking about them. Keep the ticks off your adventure dog this season with the right prevention, know the tick types, and hike on!
BWCA Bootleg Lake- A Slice of Solitude Among Popular Lakes
With it’s growing popularity, it’s hard to find solitude in the BWCA. Bootleg Lake is the key to finding that peace. A waterfall, great fishing, and minimal traffic, it doesn’t get much better than this for solitude in Minnesota’s BWCA.
Custer State Park’s Must See Destinations
Being the top state park in South Dakota, you know Custer has to have endless adventure! Check out the must-see places in Custer and add on to your South Dakota trip this summer. sou
Camping at Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park, South Dakota
Camp at Sylvan Lake at Custer State Park in South Dakota for breath taking views, unique hikes and the stunning Sylvan Lake to explore.
8 Nostalgic 90’s Adventure Movies To Watch with Your Kids
Get geared up for adventure season with these nostalgic 90’s movies chalk full of wild adventures and survival situations. True cinematic adventures!
Camping at Manatee Springs State Park, FL
A fantastic State Park for a northerners winter getaway. Take an escape to the adventure filled Manatee Springs State Park, Florida. You won’t be disappointed in the wildlife, warmth, and new experiences.
Mistakes & Lessons at Cascade River State Park
Not every adventure goes according to plan. Here are the lessons we learned camping at Cascade River State Park. An adventure full of mistakes is an adventure full of lessons.
Cozy Camper Cabins: Weekend Getaway at Jay Cooke State Park
Cozy up in these rustic little cabins scattered about the Minnesota State Parks. The perfect getaway spot for couples or families seeking a secluded winter experience in the woods.
Winter at Jay Cooke State Park
Frozen falls, swinging bridge, and endless adventure awaits at Jay Cooke State Park. Ski, snowshoe, or hike your way to amazing views at this wintery woodland.
Easy BWCA Entry Points for Junior Paddlers Age 2 & Under
Keep your canoe camping trip simple with these four easy, toddler friendly entry points in the BWCA.
Frugal Canoe Camping: Acquiring Gear on a Budget
Get the camping gear you need on a budget with these money saving tips.
Twist on the Phrase: Whatever Floats Your Boat
It’s amazing how many different ways you can spin this simple ‘go with the flow’ phrase. Check these examples and try out your own!
Hiking Eagle Mountain, Minnesota
Hike to one of Minnesota’s coolest vantage points. Every Minnesota Hiker should have Eagle Mountain on their bucket list.
Keep It Simple: How to Rough-It With a Toddler
Camping with toddlers in the backcountry can seem like a daunting task. Read on to learn what you need, what you don’t and how to camp successfully with your toddler.
Best Age to Tackle The Boundary Waters for Kids
What is the right age to bring a child into the BWCA? Short answer: Any age. Long answer: Read about it here.
Bower Trout to Swan Lake: A weekend In-and-Out
Take the journey to Swan Lake for solitude, fishing, and wilderness relaxation. The trek from Bower Trout to Swan Lake is serene and beautiful.
Camping on Kawishiwi: Baby’s First BWCA Trip
Our little guys first Boundary Waters trip was at 10 months old. We chose to camp on Kawishiwi for an easy, fun weekend of family camping.
Don’t Rock the Canoe: Getting Babies & Toddlers on the Water
Being the Minnesotan that I am, one of my favorite activities is canoeing. Being in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, it makes sense! Any parent would understand that sharing your passions with your kids is priceless. But some of our passions are a little more difficult to accomplish with kids in tow. Difficult is not…
Clove Lake: A Boundary Waters Beginner Lake
Check out Clove Lake to see if it’s the perfect lake to get your family out on your next camping adventure in the beautiful Boundary Waters Canoe Area in Minnesota.
Safety Tips for Toddlers in the Wilderness
Camping with your kids is such a rewarding experience! Keeping those munchkins safe while adventuring is key for a fun memorable experience.
Tettegouche: An accidental Trip
Not every trip goes as planned. Our stay at Tettegouche was not planned at all. Our original plan was to camp in the Boundary Waters, but things went awry. Sometimes improvising is your only option.
