7 Tips For Backpacking With Kids

So here are some tips I've cobbled together over a year of backpacking with the kids. It doesn't take long to figure out what they need and although every kid is different... some things are nearly universal. I hope this is helpful to anyone looking to start taking their kids out into the backcountry as it can be a supremely rewarding experience that creates memories and hopefully pass along a love of the outdoors! Tip #1 - Patience Tip #2 - Planning Tip #3 - Pack Weights Tip #4 - Plenty of Snacks Tip #5 - Posh Items (Luxuries) Tip #6 - Pauses a.k.a. Breaks Tip #7 - Positivity