We often get asked how hiking with a kid might impact how far you can hike, or trip objectives, compared to hiking before kids. I have taken some rough numbers to illustrate our experience.
Tag: Family Hiking
PCT gear with 2 kids: shakedown trip
We tested our new gear front country camping at Porteau Cove Provincial Park and learned a few things about how our gear works
MYOG tent bathtub floor
We changed our shelter system when our baby Lil' Flier was born in anticipation for our PCT LASH with two kids under 5 years old. As part of that shelter system, we rely on a bathtub floor to keep the kids clean, dry and off the ground. I made the bathtub floor myself in my … Continue reading MYOG tent bathtub floor
PCT Gear Highlight: Locus Gear Khafra 4P
This is a story about how I bought another tent.
MYOG toddler carrier
Toothless, the author's child, requires less frequent carrying on hikes over time. They initially relied on bulky soft carriers but sought a lighter, efficient solution. The author designed a custom carrier using available materials, emphasizing safety, comfort, and ease of packing. Testing confirmed its effectiveness and suitability for their hiking needs.
And that’s why they (me) call me daddy long legs
I have been reflecting on all of the kid hauling I have done as a parent in the last 4+ years. GDT: My legs were absolute tree trunks. Hiking the GDT with an infant was peak fitness for me. I got out of carrying Toothless during our Howse Floodplain hike the following year but I … Continue reading And that’s why they (me) call me daddy long legs
PCT 2025 with two kids under 5
Hey remember this? Trip Planning: Pandemic Options with a Baby In August 2024, we welcomed a new baby girl to our family. I call her Lil' Flier since she just flew into this world without a pause. We've been looking for an opportunity to spend some time on the PCT for years. We did some short … Continue reading PCT 2025 with two kids under 5
Brazeau Loop with a Toddler: Day 3
Mileage: 11.9 km The storm that is due starts overnight with an impressive show of thunder and lightning. It is still raining by the time we get up, so we get everyone bundled up in rain gear and then pack up and hike off into the rain. By the time we reached Brazeau Lake, it … Continue reading Brazeau Loop with a Toddler: Day 3
Brazeau Loop with a Toddler: Day 2
Mileage: 18.6 km After tucking into bed last night, I was happy to discover we had pitched the tent in a way that did not result in anyone sliding around during the night. The tent sites in Jasper tend to be lumpy and slanted, so it is always a "fun" puzzle trying to figure out … Continue reading Brazeau Loop with a Toddler: Day 2
Brazeau Loop with a Toddler: Day 1
Gear List Mileage: 10.7 km At the Icefields Campground, we pack up the Jeep and then drive the 10 minutes to the trailhead. The parking lot is pretty full, so I wiggle the Jeep between a pair of vehicles on the side. Kyle and I go through our mental checklist to ensure we have everything, … Continue reading Brazeau Loop with a Toddler: Day 1
Backpacks & Bike Racks 