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Favorite Things: Kids’ Camping Gear

GOING CAMPING WITH CHILDREN doesn’t have to be a nightmare. It doesn’t even have to be a hassle. They need so much stuff, right? Wrong. Well, they don’t need any more stuff than you or I would, at least. Camping with kids is truly wonderful, whether you choose to rent a cabin, take an RV, or set up a tent on the ground. Kids are into it and watching them discover the great outdoors is a beautiful thing. But having the right gear is important for adults and kids alike.

LUCI Color Solar Lantern Buy local: JAX Fort Collins

Why settle for one color when you can have eight? Choose the mood by setting a color, or cycle through them all in sequence. Like all Luci lights, it’s waterproof, lightweight, and completely solar. Kids have fun in the tent, finding their way around the campsite, and event searching for kindling using this fun lantern. It even has a battery level indicator so that you know how much power is left. Weighs 4.4 ounces.

Liberty Mountain Colorful Fire Buy local: Johnstown Scheels

Everything is more fun when it’s a rainbow! Colorful Fire is no ordinary flame colorant! Colorful Fire packets are environmentally friendly and produce no smoke, no odor, and no noxious fumes. It comes in a convenient package that is light, moisture and air resistant, resulting in a tremendously long shelf life.

Osprey Packs Poco Plus Child Carrier Buy from: JAX Fort Collins

A double halo harness features front-facing arm loops for easier loading and buckling. Reviews say it’s comfortable and fits tall and short adults alike. It has a removable drool pad, toy attachment loops, and a zippered lower compartment for extra storage. Other features include a built-in sunshade and loops and pockets that provide your mini me access to toys and their pacifier. It is lightweight (considering) and recommends carrying kids who weigh between 16-48 pounds—so it lasts a few years.

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