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Camping with kids: The right gear can make it easier

For some parents, it can be Or consider the Piggyback
plenty challenging just to take Rider, a lightweight yet sturdy
young children on a trip to the strap-on carrier that lets kids
mall. Then there are those who two years and older — up to 50
take their tiny hikers into the pounds — stand on a bar while
wilderness. they’re securely strapped to your
The outdoor gear industry is back.
ready to help with a wide range When the day’s adventures
of easily packed camping items are over, next up is mealtime and
that both parents and kiddos some rest.
can enjoy. Sleeping bags that provide a
Not that you need lots of warm, safe and size-appropri-
gear. New Yorkers Amy and This photo provided by REI shows REI’s Kindercone sleeping bag. An anti-snag ate snuggle spot are easy to find
Paolo Marini, both avid rock zipper, lightweight synthetic insulation and adjustable size make it a good now. Kalee Thompson, senior
climbers, have camped in the option for little ones to grow into. The outdoor gear industry offers a wide editor for product-review site
Catskills with their five-year- The Wirecutter and a longtime
old, Lorenzo, and family friends range of easily packed camping items that both parents and kids can enjoy. camper with her two boys, test-
with five and two year olds. Just (The Associated Press) ed several bags over a couple
getting a leafy site by water pro- kids, she advises packing a Elite as a carrier. Adjustable of weekends, with her kids and
vides ready entertainment, Amy pair of trekking poles, as back- and well-padded, the pack has several others ranging from in-
said. pack-style baby carriers can a built-in reservoir sleeve and fant to nine years old.
“Little more is needed other throw off your centre of gravity. lots of pockets for phone, snacks She gave REI’s Kindercone
than swimsuits, butterfly nets Vermont-based writer, pho- and diapers. Plus, says Broudy, top marks: “It’s inexpensive and
and maybe water shoes to guar- tographer and outdoor enthu- “Kid-focused features include warm, comes in cool colours,
antee hours of afternoon fun,” siast Berne Broudy, who blogs a sunshade to keep your cargo and should last all the way from
she said. about hiking and camping, cool, and a mirror to monitor toddler to tween.”
For hikes with very young recommends the Thule Sapling your passenger’s mood.” » The Associated Press

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