#keltykids

[tmizuno519]

最近は行ったり来たりの連続 ・ ・ #休日 #ずっと息子と一緒 #RIMOWA大活躍 #RIMOWA #keltykids #kelty #3歳 #yuta1015 https://www.instagram.com/p/BpjGYi5nxHk/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=14jooaln96tqi

[littleowlarts]

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>>Volume Up<< I’ll do anything to hear that laugh! Before I got the camera out she was laughing hysterically. It makes my heart explode every time! And those little dimples... 😍 . . . #babysmiles #laughingbaby #myfave #loveher #littlelumilove #hikingwithbaby #raisethemoutdoors #naturelovers #keltykids #happybaby @keltybuilt

[malialaka]

Missing that camp life. When your 7 year old lived that nomadic surf travel mountain life for 3 straight years and wants his baby bro to experience it. Little mokos go lolos. Lots of Ola water, kofee drank , and Mahalo nui to Ohana for making these days a bit smoother, wiser, and entertaining. #ohanameansfamily #ohanaisdashit #laniakealove #keltykids #ehawaiiaumauamau #nomads #hapababy #cuzzywuzzy #takesavillage #gottalivealittle #teamwork #alldayeveryday #camplife #mahalofamily #momstrong #oceantherapy #camplife #alohaallianceint @waipa_ohana #kanaka @_kaleolani_ #generallee #almaj #konohikirestoration #nakalaiwaa @namahoekauai @ribg_kauai @kokee_cabins @manaai @lanipofarm @legend.mananalu @maliapapia @hatimj3 @go.lightly @hula_kahuna @husseinelbagoury @juanuglymejican @niuora @14k.cg @laniakea_love @ohanashopkauai @colton_thomas45 @alohaalliance @gromusa @keltybuilt @gammiehomecare @kapiolanimedctr @hawaiipachealth @hawaiianwatermovement (at Kaulana Pali Kai Tours)

[sxuzone]

#kelty #keltykids (at Shanghai Zoo)

[ankawanderlust]

Hiking babes with babies 😋 #adventuremamas #hikeatot #hikelikeawoman #keltykids #reiproject1440 #mountainmama (at City of Rocks State Park)

[runningonreefer]

Morning stroll - rendezvous at Pima Wash Trailhead with the in-laws. Then, Maricopa Trail to National Trail, up and along the southern ridge. . . . #ActivatedAthlete #WeThreeHook #aLifeLessOrdinary #RunningOnReefer #CannabisKeepsMeActive #SouthMountain #KeltyKids #StrawIsATechnicalFabric #DontForgetToStretch http://bit.ly/2Dgp0yj

[jasonbterry]

With weather like this, you can't waste it. Had a great time with #LittleBubba on my back as we covered a few miles this morning. #elevatedads #howtodad #outside #allsmiles #lovemyboys #family #keltykids #hike #hiking #optoutside #peace #freshair (at Forks of the River Wildlife Management Area)

[overlandblackbear]

#twins #hiking #keltykids #pines #puremichigan #fathersdayeveryday

[makingtrailswithbaby]

Perfect nap spot.

[copyright1972]

It's been almost two weeks since I've used the #keltykids backpack to carry #KingZane in. I've really missed using it but I was told by the doctor to take a little break from it. Let's see how the shoulder feels after this morning's walk.

[sxuzone]

#kelty #keltykids (at Shanghai Zoo)

[ankawanderlust]

A beautiful morning spent on trails this morning celebrating @hikeitbaby's 3rd anniversary, an organization that started in Portland 3 years ago, that we passionately support for working so hard to getting people out on trails in a comfortable, non-threatening, non-judgmental, community-like setting for all fitness levels. 🎉 👣🌲 . . . #hikeon #hikeitbaby #hikeitbabyboise #lovelifeoutside #hikingwithkids #keenkids #keepitwild #natureaddict #getoutstayout #ig_kids #outdoorfamilies #goneh #kidsunplugged #idahogram #ig_idaho #idahoexplored #idahome #boiselife #idaholife #daddydoinwork #manhiking #nrthwst #hikersclub #getoutstayout #keltykids #raiseawildchild #theoutdoorfolk #hikeatot #kidswhohike #kidshiking #toddlersofinstagram (at Cottonwood Creek Trail, Boise)

[ankawanderlust]

The child 'chariot' that enables us to adventure with our toddler on board. Bought used, in perfect shape, the best $50 we've ever spent! Now, only if we could fit our tall 35+ lbs tot in it for just one more season before wintertime... . . . #kelty @keltybuilt #keltykids #igkids #raiseawildchild #toddleronboard #toddlerlife #pnw #mountainkids #goadventure #goxplr @nextadventure #builttolast #betheadventure #letsgo #letkidsbekids #waterfall #lewisriver #geartalk #exploremore #lifewithkids #livewashington #lifeofadventure #gooutstayout #familytrails @52hikechallenge #hikeforlife @hikeitbaby @thetrifan #staywild (at Lewis River Falls)

[makingtrailswithbaby]

Short 4-mile local trail for baby’s first real hike.

[ankawanderlust]

Best example of dads getting out and moving during a hiking party! ♥

 (at Tryon Creek State Natural Area)

Love Hike it Baby? Spread the word! We have kicked off an Indiegogo and it’s an uphill climb! Give us a hand.

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[ankawanderlust]

Hiking.With.Children Tips - part THREE {last part}

How far your child can hike

That depends on how old your child is and whether you carry her, push her, or let her walk by herself – and how energetic you both feel that day.

Newborns:

We started hiking with our newborn baby when he was 3 weeks and for a hike that generally takes 45 minutes RT, it took us double that time, but that again because we made sure to take plenty of rest stops due to my recent surgery. The hike was also in the forest, therefore in the shade and we made sure our baby is protected from sun at all times.

Babies that young need to be kept out of direct sunlight as much as possible. If the sun is unavoidable, sunscreen is safe – in small amounts – for babies under 6 months. Bug repellent isn't recommended for children younger than 2 months, so it's best to keep your infant covered with clothes and a hat.

1 to 6-month-olds:

How long a hike you can take depends, again, on your stamina and your baby's. A front carrier is a good idea for babies this age for head and neck support.

For the first 6 months, we used the Baby Bjorn front carrier and our baby enjoyed the front view the most! I've never seen him more happy than when we were out on a trail.

We just made sure to take a break every 30-60 min and take him out of the carrier to move freely for a few minutes.

6 to 14-month-olds:

The key here is a good back carrier. Our best investment was in a light-weight Kelty Kids back carrier with sun protection. There are many different manufactures out there and my advice is to try a few different ones before you commit to one, as they can get pretty pricey.  It's safe to start using this kind of carrier when your child is able to sit up on her own – usually when she weighs at least 15 pounds and is 6 months old.

On shorter 2-4 miles hikes I also use the Ergo baby carrier, but my husband will always prefer the Kelty Kids over the Ergo.

  14 months to 4 years:

We're not there yet, but as we have already been experiencing with our 14 month son, once your child starts walking with some confidence, you really need to adjust your expectations. You can still put her in a back carrier if you've invested in a good one with a wide age and weight range (up to 60 pounds), but we all know that toddlers like to get out periodically to walk by themselves and that will slow you to a snail's pace.

What to pack

Snacks and drinks

If there's something we always over pack, is water and snacks. I never want to be caught half-way on some trail without any water left. That is even more important when you have children with you. Children can get dehydrated even if they're only passengers.

Our rule for water is a bottle for every person hiking for every mile hiked. And that rule changes to a bottle and a half for every mile hiked if we know there's a very steep assent awaiting, which you'd know based on the elevation gain listed information for any particular hike.

For the baby, our go to snacks are the organic baby food pouches. I'd have a variety of  fruit and vegetables kind, although our baby prefers vegetables over any sweet fruit ones.

Gear

Pack a small compass, a GPS (phones have one built in and if you're using any trekking app, it would get activated automatically), flashlight, emergency blanket, rain poncho or jacket, whistle, lightweight first-aid kit, water purification device (for example Life Straw), knife, pepper spray, small trash bag, sunscreen, insect repellent, change of clothes - especially for the baby, diapers and wet wipes, a fully-charged cell phone in case of an emergency - although more often than not there's no cellular coverage in the woods, reason why you need to be as prepared as possible.

Your time on the trail can be a fine adventure, but overachieving can lead to overtiredness, which can become quite an adversary on a day hike. Infants in carriers are self-regulating; they sleep when they're tired. But toddlers are another story: If they get tired, bored, or grumpy, it might be time to head for home.

Be flexible, have fun and remember to enjoy the fresh air, the beautiful nature and lastly but not least the unforgettable bonding experience you're having.

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Anka is a full-time Portland, OR working mom that treasures the most the special moments spent outdoors with her husband and 14-month old son, Apollo. In weekends you will always find them hiking or biking in the beautiful Pacific Northwest and later blog about their son's adventures on their personal blog: http://hike-a-tot.tumblr.com/.