Kids

Hiking

We Thought Having a Baby Meant the End of Hiking. Then We Tried These Child Carriers.

From steep climbs to sleepy descents, these child carriers make hiking with a kid more manageable—and comfortable.

News and Analysis

The Country's First Nature Library Lets You Check Out Camping Gear For Free

This first-of-its-kind 15-acre "nature library" near Denver lets you borrow more than 650 outdoors-related items for free and features hands-on play spaces designed to combat screen fatigue.

Gear News

From Toddler Snowsuits to College Backpacks: 18 Back-to-School Deals for Every Kid on Your List

Whether you’re the parent of an elementary schooler or a college student, these 18 back-to-school bargains are worth checking out.

Gear

We Asked Parents What's Missing from Camp Packing Lists—and One Item Came up Over and Over Again

Official packing lists often miss the things that keep kids comfortable in hot cabins and rustic tents. We asked seasoned camp parents to share the unlisted gear that saves their children from bugs, heat, and bad weather.

Biking

With This Zippy E-Bike, I Can Go Weeks Without Driving My Car

The Aventon Abound SR made me realize how little I actually need four wheels in the city.

Gear

I Bought Way Too Much Baby Gear. This Is the One Thing I Actually Use.

Like many new parents, I was overwhelmed by my registry and the pressure to buy everything. After a year of travel and heavy snow, one "overkill" purchase became my daily lifesaver.

Hiking

It’s Only February. Why Do I Have to Sign My Kid Up for Summer Camp Now?

Our articles editor takes a deep dive into the hellish and stressful mid-winter ritual of registering your kiddo for summer camp.

Books & Media

“Being Good at This Doesn’t Come Easy”: Watch This 10-Year-Old Freerider Crush Pro Bikers

Wes Lukens showcases his determination and skills as a freerider in the short film 'Launch,' produced by Scott Gaffney

Gear

This Back-to-School Gear Will Make Your Life Easier (Trust Me, I Have 4 Kids)

These seven items are my top picks for helping busy families stay organized and prepared

Hiking

This After-School Program Is Turning High Schoolers into Mountaineers

The kids of the Mountaineers Adventure Club are tackling serious peaks—all between classes and homework

Tools & Tech

What I Love (And Don't Love) About This $699 Wagon for Kids

The Veer All-Terrain Cruiser is billed as a wagon that handles like a premium stroller. I tested it for 11 months to see if it's worth the price.

Snow Sports

These Boots Are the Hottest Gear on Facebook Marketplace. Here’s Why.

A writer explains his love of Bogs kids’ boots, which are made to last longer than your kid can fit into them. The boots support a thriving online community of re-sellers and buyers.

Opinion

A Mom Was Arrested for Letting Her 10-Year-Old Walk a Mile from Home. How Free Should Kids Be?

After seeing yet another parent in legal trouble for allowing their child freedom, I worry more about the societal or legal repercussions of letting my kid roam the neighborhood unsupervised than I do about some stranger snatching her up

Love & Humor

What’s the Secret to Vacationing with Young Kids?

The answer to your problems isn’t an endless supply of chocolate or a personal nanny. Our Tough Love columnist shares advice on how to prevent tantrums and meltdowns.

Active Families

Building Resilience

Apparel

The Best Kids’ Gear for Summer Adventures

Maximize family time outdoors with these smart kid picks

Tools & Tech

What Adventurous Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day

Spoiler alert: It’s not aromatherapy candles or a trendy diaper bag

Opinion

Should We Bring Our Nanny to the Crag?

Outside’s ethics guru on which outdoor activities make sense for young kids

Wellness

School Fitness Testing Is a Nightmare. Should We Get Rid of It?

Schools have been measuring kids’ fitness for decades, using now-controversial metrics like body mass index. California thinks there’s a better way.

Wellness

Don’t Project Your Mountain-Town Envy onto Your Kids

The 1,000 Hours Outside challenge wants to encourage kids to spend more time outside. But what about those of us who don’t have easy access to nature?