The end of summer is coming all too soon. Make the most of the season and help your kids connect with nature with these simple, free or low-cost activities, suggested by AMC authors, parents, and…
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Hikes for Kids of All Ages
Bogs and orchids. Cascades and ledges. Swamps and lakes. Every hike has particular highlights. At the right time of year, when flowers bloom or snowmelt rages over waterfalls, these attractions are all the more dramatic….
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Sleeping Bags For Kids
How do you fit a kids sleeping bag? What sizes of kids sleeping bags are available? Here’s a quick primer on choosing the right sleeping bag for young campers. Ideally, a kid-sized sleeping bag should…
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Kids’ Clothing Checklist for Cold, Wet, and Wintry Days Outdoors
As the seasons turn, I try to keep ahead of what my 3-year-old needs so that she can enjoy being outdoors. But she grew 4 inches in the past year, so the winter boots we…
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Plan Your Trip with AMC
Plan Your Trip with AMC AMC offers accommodations throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, including everything from a full-service lodge to backcountry campsites. If you’ve got your eyes set on a destination, but you aren’t sure…
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Family Lodge-to-Hut in the White Mountains Itinerary
Remember playing in the woods as a kid? The wilderness felt wilder, the trees taller. Now that you have a family of your own, it may be time to introduce your children (and maybe re-introduce…
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See the Dark
Get Ready to See The Dark The dark gets a bad rap. Some are afraid of it. Many more do everything they can to cast it out. With 99% of the U.S. population living under…
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Major Events at AMC Facilities
Major Events at AMC Facilities As you plan your year, make sure the following events and festivals are on your calendar. These are just a few of the events taking place at AMC destinations in…
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Bring Your Family to the Huts
Bring Your Family to the Huts Adventures for All Ages: AMC’s High Mountain Huts It’s the ultimate adventure—and kids are welcome! Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring wilderness, the Appalachian Mountain Club huts provide families with a…
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