Let’s face it. Travel may never look the same after the Coronavirus outbreak. And although the guidelines are starting to ease up, many people are still uncomfortable with the idea of traveling too far from home. BUT, there is good news, you don’t have to stay cooped up in your house forever! Exploring the outdoors and hiking with your kids can help ease stress and reduce anxiety during these uncertain times.
As most state and national parks have reopened their gates, I’m seeing more families trading their luxury suites and passports for pop-up tents and hiking boots. Us included! In fact, we recently signed up for the 52 Hike Challenge, a free program where you commit to one hike per week for a whole year. And even though hiking looks a lot different than it did a few months ago, hiking with our kids’ has given us the opportunity to connect with nature, challenge ourselves, and satisfy our thirst for travel.
And while exercise and spending outdoors is important, it’s vital we all adhere to the local rules and regulations, because if we don’t then local trails and parks may be forced to close again.
Ready to hit the trails? Below I’m sharing my top tips on how to approach hiking with kids post-isolation, where to go, what to expect, and how to properly plan for a stress-free, low-risk adventure.
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Like!! Really appreciate you sharing this blog post.Really thank you! Keep writing.
You’re welcome! I’m glad you found it helpful. Stay safe and happy hiking! 🙂
Great ideas! We are planning hikes to a few of our local state parks and am excited to explore them with those tips.
Thanks! And yes, exploring nature with family is one of the best ways to travel right now! Have fun 🙂
YES to number 10! We are so frustrated seeing the litter left behind in our local beauty spots and on the beaches. We love hiking with our kids and can’t wait to explore a little further from home as and when it becomes safe to do so.
I know! It’s terrible! I have noticed much around here (thank goodness), everyone has to do their part! We’re also looking forward to trips a little further from home too. Have fun and be safe 🙂
Such an informative post just right on time. We are venturing out only to nearby parks and woods. Our biggest concern is bathroom facilities.So I am only taking my kids for 1 or 2 hours away, and make sure we come back home before their next loo session!
Absolutely! Public restrooms freaked me out before all of this! Worst case scenario, learning how to use the bathroom responsibly in nature 😉