How To Hike With Your Kids

Dress infants extra warmly in cold weather. Because you will be carrying them, they won’t generate body heat through physical exertion. In hot weather, be sure to keep them cool.

Make sure children are kept well-hydrated and eat regularly.

Be alert for signs of sunburn, overheating, rashes, and hypothermia. Don’t forget to protect kids with sunblock.

Exercise good sense when hiking with kids. Keep them away from potentially dangerous terrain, such as rocky riverbanks and cliffs.

Make sure the kids have proper footwear. Remember that their feet are growing rapidly, and a pair of shoes that fit on the last hike may already be too small on this one.

Have a plan for the entire family in case any one gets lost. Equip the kids with fanny packs that include a jacket, snack, drink, and emergency whistle.