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Parent and kids enjoy the view from the Rockpile at Moraine Lake in Banff National Park.

Exploring Banff National Park with Kids

In CAMP, CANOE/KAYAK, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re looking for a kid-friendly vacation full of stunning turquoise glacial lakes, rocky peaks, wildlife, waterfalls, and miles of hiking trails, Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada, is the perfect location. You can easily spend a week here (try to plan at least three solid days), and you will meet families from all around the world, taking even longer to soak up the gorgeous scenery. Today, writer, editor, and Kansas City mom of two,…

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Exploring Great Smoky Mountains National Park with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, NATIONAL PARKS

Great Smoky Mountains National Park is the most visited national park in the U.S.  Located within a day’s drive of half of the United States population, the park makes a wonderful natural getaway with easy access. The Great Smoky Mountains feature stunning natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and interesting history to appeal to travelers of all ages. Today, Sara Lesire, mom of two and founder of Midwest Nomad Family, shares the best tips for exploring Great…

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Exploring Iceland with Kids: 7-day Camper Van Tour

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Exploring the rugged and wild corners of Iceland is a dream trip for eager travelers. However, it can also seem incredibly daunting to do with young children in tow. But, that’s not the case! We are here to tell you that traveling around Iceland is completely achievable with children and you will make the most wonderful memories together. Today, travel blogger and UK mom of two, Aimee K, is here sharing her family’s 7-day camper…

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Outdoor Adventures in Destin-Fort Walton Beach with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, FISH, INFORMATION, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

It’s no secret that we love showcasing fun and unique outdoor adventure destinations and locations here at RWMC. We often write about the importance of adventuring together as a family and how much that benefits everyone and solidifies family bonds. But even better than writing about it is getting to experience those bonding moments with my own family and create memories together. So today, I’m excited to share with you a bit about our family’s…

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two kids at the trail sign for Oooh Ahh point in the Grand Canyon National Park

10 Ideas for Outdoor Family Vacations & Adventure

In FAMILY TRAVEL, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

If you’re looking to bond with your family and have amazing outdoor adventures together, where should you go for the best family vacation? Here at Run Wild My Child, we get asked about outdoor family adventure travel a lot! And we have a lot of ideas on how to plan the perfect adventure for your family. But, what if I told you that it’s not always about where to go, but more about what you…

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South Seas Island Resort

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, WATER

Traveling and vacationing with kids is a great way to build core memories while experiencing new things together, but planning trips can also be stressful. Researching where to go, where to stay, and the best things to do can be really overwhelming. Busy moms just don’t have tons of time to spend reading reviews, searching blogs, and hunting down the best deals.  But don’t worry, we’re here to help! Run Wild My Child works to…

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Adventuring as a Solo Mom

In CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SPRING

Here at Run Wild My Child, we’re big fans of moms! We genuinely believe moms can do just about anything they put their minds to. We want to help moms make the most of their time with their kids and make it easier to get outside and make memories together in nature. One of the best ways to do that is through solo adventures with kids. We know that having another parent/adult around might make…

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Top 3 Places to Explore in New Mexico with Kids

In FAMILY TRAVEL, LOCAL GEMS, NATIONAL PARKS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES

Is New Mexico on your “must-see” list? If it’s not, it should be! New Mexico is a beautiful state filled with gorgeous landscapes, rich history, delicious food, fun festivals and so much more! Today, Creative Team member and New Mexico mom of two Lea Reynolds is here sharing her family’s top 3 favorite places to explore in New Mexico with kids. You’re going to want to go check these out right away!  Exploring New Mexico…

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West Coast Road Trip: California to Oregon with Kids

In BEACH, FAMILY TRAVEL, GOOD FOR NATURE, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, SUMMER, WATER

Family road trips are some of my fondest childhood memories and should be experienced by every kid at least once. There’s something extra special about a road trip, where the journey is just as much (if not more) fun and important than the destination. Road trips are wonderful opportunities for families to reconnect and experience new things together. Today, Araceli Gonzalez, a California mom of three, shares her family’s West Coast road trip from Northern…

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7 Family-Friendly Places to Explore in Illinois

In BEACH, BIKE, CAMP, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PARK, SPRING, SUMMER, WATER

Illinois might not be on the very top of your family’s outdoor adventure bucket list. But, this Midwest state just might surprise you with some really incredible hikes and trails, amazing state parks, camping options, lake adventures, and more! Today, Creative Team member Meghan Garriott, Illinois mom of 2 (soon to be 3) shares 7 of her family’s favorite free family-friendly places to explore in Illinois! (try saying that five times fast!) If you’re in…

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Kakadu National Park, Australia with Kids

In ANIMALS/WILDLIFE, FAMILY TRAVEL, HIKE, LOCAL GEMS, NATIONAL PARKS

Kakadu National Park is Australia’s largest terrestrial national park, situated in the Northern Territory’s tropical north.  It would be hard to find a place that is more unique or diverse as this Aboriginal-owned World Heritage-listed National Park. It’s an incredible place. Today, we have Jodie of Territory Mama here to take you along on a trip through Kakadu and give you all the recommendations, tips, and advice you need to plan a trip to Kakadu…

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