Someone recently posted about her search for a good pack. We have two, but now only have one child of carrying size, so one is off to auction. At the risk of...
So, if I read this right your 3-year old carries a partially filled Camelbak Scout, right? Our daughter (also 3) loves Dad's Camelbak so we were thinking this...
Jenny - we ordered a Scout from Campmor (they had them for super-cheap), but our Paul is a solid 3T and the Scout was way too big for him. we have a...
If you are looking for carry gear for (especially!) younger kids, without the need for overnight capacity, I highly recommend going with a lesser-build of...
Ah, that in-between age when they're only just starting to hike and getting a bit heavy to carry for extended periods along with multi- day gear. I definitely...
Wow, thanks so much Stephane! I feel so stupid, but I had actually forgotten about how you can adjust the Caravan to bring the load closer, and I bet that...
Well, Jenny, sounds like there may be a smaller model out there. The Scout is a bit large on our 3 year old, but it doesn't bang on the back of her knees. The...
Hi Ron Thanks for your feedback. We made it back today from our trip and I can actually call it a success! We hiked out yesterday after investing in the...
Glad to hear the trip was a success. We always get back and wonder if it was worth it for the first few days. Then the pictures comes back. The little one...
... that ... Hi Jenny, We have the Camelbak Scout for our son - we bought it for him when he was 4.5 (he's almost 6 now). It is still a bit big for him, ...
If that doesn't work, try a Deuter Kidcomfort - I have a Kidcomfort II, but it has been replaced with the Kidcomfort III (though I've seen the old model still...
Hi all, I'm new to the group and was happy to find a resource that will help get my kids (5 & 8 ) backpacking! We go camping all the time, and I have been...
... ### My kids are in Integral Designs bivys (South Col/ South Wall, but there's a newer name out there... ~19 oz, Tegraltex top, netting, no wire)...
I have used a tarptent squall with my daughter (started when she was 7) in northern california. We haven't had problems with the tent being too breezy for two...
Jenny, i know you were asking about this way back in September, but i thought i'd pass this on. last night at our local Sport Chalet they had the Petzl...
And that's why we need a website dedicated to backpacking with children! Where else will you understand the complexities associated with the 7-year old leg...
Well, pooled x-mas gifts from family have yielded about $250 for the purchase of a new tent! I'm willing to add a bit more to get the right thing. I currently...
go for two tents, More flexibility as the kids get older and bigger which happens all to fast. Also you are then less likely to carry "their" stuff as they...
... We use the Eureka Backcountry (four people) with our 6- and 9-year-olds--it's lightweight, the poles are a good length to fit into the pack, and it has...
If you want to go the two tents route, you don't need to get two *good* tents, but maybe a tarptent for you and Mom for now/later, and a 4# Target cheapie for...
I am watching this thread with interest. We are in a very similar situation with 2 adults and 3 small children. We have a bulky 4 person North Face tent that...
... ### When just starting to backpack again (the boys are 2.5 years old and yell "Up, Mommy! Up, Daddy!" and "Down, Mommy! Down, Daddy!" when they wish in or...
backpackingwithchildren is down below 1,000 members. Man, that explains how quiet it's been, don't it? Methinks our moderators are too tight -- ah! That must...
I have three small kids and like to take them camping and hiking and am thinking about what to do about the bathroom when you're out in the boonies. This...
... ?? are these little ones potty trained or are you concerned about diapers?? If they're toilet trained do what you do walk 100 ft off trail and 200 ft from...
Thank you for that! My guys are all potty trained and we've done nothing but campgrounds since they were born but I'd like to take them out a bit more now...
If you aren't backpacking, but just getting away from places that have an outhouse, it is really easy to make a port-a-potty that is comfortable and works...
That sounds like an excellent system, thank you. Do you bungie it to your backpack to carry it? ... have an ... comfortable and ... attach ... flip the ... I...
... Yes. It is pretty light. I usually put it over the top of my pack too. Although that always weirds my wife out. "Disgusting". But, I figure I line it...
