At this time of year, when the mercury drops, I know that I need access to a wider range of clothing and gear than at other times of the year. That way, I can tailor my layering system to meet the demands of the activity and terrain that I’m taking on. Although I wouldn’t be…
Skiing is one of my favourite winter outdoor activities. I was so keen to get Jesse learning to ski that he had his first lesson at the Chill Factore in Manchester two weeks after his third birthday. Consequently, we’re now looking at possible resorts for our first ski trip with kids in tow. Technically, it…
Brand: Stonz Product: Infant Mittz Sizes: age 0-2, 2-4 and 4-8 Price: £25 The Stonz Booties were undoubtedly one of our top outdoor baby wear finds of 2016. Few companies offer genuine outdoor performance and practicality in infant sizes. So, when a company comes along and exceeds all expectation with one product, you just hope…
Brand: Regatta Product: Giant II Jacket Price: Currently £29.95 (RRP: £60) When you go on as many outdoor adventures as we do, you need solid, reliable kit to keep you safe and warm. You see, our adventures don’t stop when the summer months end. Yes, I miss the summer sun’s warmth on my face,…
Wow! Two whole months have passed since our very first #pottyadventures Instagram community weekly roundup. And yet, as I sit here typing, I’m aware that this is one of the things I most look forward to in the weekly life of my blog. The reason I look forward to it so much is because…
Brand: Stonz Product: Infant Booties Price: £28 (the optional liners are £10) Sizes: 0 – 2.5 years (available in a range of styles for both boys and girls) Regular readers of our blog will know only too well how difficult we’ve found it to find good quality outdoor specific footwear for our kids. Now…
Hiking with kids at any time of the year is brilliant and rewarding but it can also be problematic. Even during warm summer months with long hours of sunshine on your back kids can be fickle. They can become irritable and bored at the drop of a hat, which can make planning and executing longer…
