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How to climb trees with kids
Dad knowledge, Family adventures

11 tips for climbing trees with kids

The Outdoor Dad / December 1, 2020

Climbing trees with kids is fun, adventurous and simple. All you need is the right tree and a head for heights – and you’re off!

Why famnily adventures don't always need to be epic
Dad knowledge

Why family adventures don’t have to be epic

The Outdoor Dad / February 20, 2020

You don’t need to plan a massive expedition or spend a fortune on getting your kids outside. Simply open your door and start exploring!

Family walk, Stanage Edge
Family adventures

Family walk: Stanage Edge, Peak District

The Outdoor Dad / January 20, 2020

The gritstone escarpment of Stanage Edge in the Peak District is one of Britain’s most iconic landmarks – and the perfect place to walk with kids. 

kids should spend AT LEAST an hour a day outside
Dad knowledge

Why kids should spend an hour a day outside

The Outdoor Dad / November 11, 2019

I read a brilliant report the other day highlighting the many benefits of getting kids outside – like learning new skills, boosting confidence and making friends. Just an hour a day makes a huge difference!

Thurso Surf Prodigy Junior SUP
Product reviews

Review: Thurso Surf Prodigy Junior SUP

The Outdoor Dad / October 16, 2019

If you’re looking for a paddleboard that will ease your kids into this awesome activity, the Thurso Surf Prodigy Junior SUP is a simple to use and great looking piece of kit.

Family camping checklist
Dad knowledge

Family camping checklist – 18 essentials to pack

The Outdoor Dad / September 18, 2019

So you’ve decided to sleep in a tent with your kids (you must be crazy!), but what should be on your family camping checklist? Here are 18 gear essentials we recommend for every trip.

walking with babies and toddlers
Dad knowledge, Family adventures

8 tips for walking with babies and toddlers

The Outdoor Dad / August 8, 2019

So all of a sudden we’ve got two young kids, but it hasn’t stopped us getting outdoors as a family. Here are our top eight tips for walking with babies and toddlers – it’s tough, but not impossible!

Outwell family sleeping bags
Product reviews

Review: Outwell Family Sleeping Bags

The Outdoor Dad / July 29, 2019

We took a combo of adult and junior Outwell sleeping bags on our latest family camping trip – and they finally helped us achieve the impossible dream of a decent night’s sleep in a tent! 

Best outdoor activity shoes for toddlers
Product reviews

Best outdoor activity shoes for toddlers

The Outdoor Dad / July 9, 2019

We’ve spent the first few weeks of summer testing out the best outdoor activity shoes for toddlers and here’s our pick of the bunch – from sandals and wellies to football boots and aqua shoes.

Go Ape Nets Kingdom
Family adventures

Family days out: Go Ape Nets Kingdom

The Outdoor Dad / June 16, 2019

Go Ape Nets Kingdom is an awesome adventure playground set 30 feet above the forest floor, full of treehouses, netted walkways, slides and inflatable balls. And it’s perfect for young kids.

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The handsome little guys on the right are Sonny and Dougie, and the big ugly guy is their dad, Oli. This blog is all about our family adventures, plus we test the latest outdoor gear for kids so you don’t have to. We hope you enjoy it!

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