i deeply appreciate the mindset of "it doesn't need to be perfect, just fun and happy memories" reminds me of childhood hiking with mine own father
@BackcountryExposure
Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@markrico1917
2 жыл бұрын
Great video! So many backpacking videos are aimed directly at singles or couples, but that's not many peoples' life situation. Solid choice and keep 'em coming!
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@BryAndJessIRL
Ай бұрын
This place looks beautiful! We're trying to get outside more with our three kids (8, 6 and 4) and we're loving it. They've really taken to camping and trail walking. You're definitely right when you say patience is key! 😅
@platesweightspeaks
2 жыл бұрын
Your baby snuggling you while you're talking is the cutest 💕 I want to take my sister and her kids camping and backpacking someday, this is helpful!!
@dovelyden
Жыл бұрын
Some of the take always: 1. Patience 2. Take it as it comes 3. Don’t get eaten alive by bugs 4. Water filtration 5. Have the right sleeping gear to be together 6. Do what your kids are doing so that you create happier memories 😊
@debbilermond1553
2 жыл бұрын
Your kids are SO blessed to have loving parents who give them the opportunity to experience the back country while they are very young. Chances are, they will still love doing it when they grow up! Have a great time on your adventure in the mountains!
@orangerider530
2 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Im starting to get my littles into hiking for prep for backpacking. It has been emotional and ups and downs lol! I really needed to hear this from you. Thank you!
@playinginthewoods1
2 жыл бұрын
We've been watching for a few years and I take my 6 kids out on our adventures as much as possible. We love to see other families enjoying the outdoors!!!
@DetraDearmas
2 жыл бұрын
We have special needs kids! Adhd, autism for 2 boys and one very active little girl. We've taken them camping for many years now from potty training to 13 for the oldest. We've graduated from a tent to tarps sometimes hammocks. We've had a ball and many memories. Having enough adults was key for us, that's how I got in (granny) for safety. It's amazing the confidence, positive influence, and creativity that comes from backwoods, downriver excursions for these children. Wouldn't change a thing. Did I say GREAT memories? Backpacking for families is awesome!
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this!
@Lv4_o2
2 жыл бұрын
Luv this video, outdoor family life is important. My hubby and I took our 3 critters tent camping 2-3 times, for 7-9 days at a time, every summer…they are all adults now, one has continued the luv for car camping/hiking/backpacking. So many memories for us all!
@karenyoung9996
2 жыл бұрын
Now that’s a workout! So fun :) When my kids were younger we’d play trail games like I-spy or ask This or That questions to distract them. It’s also all about the snacks. Let them each pick out their own favorite snack. Card games in the tent. And last tip I want to share is the Happy Hiker award. Whoever picks up the most trash or has the best attitude or was the best helper, whatever you decide on, gets to pick the treat place on the way home. Chick-fil-a cones tends to win. Wish we had that baby carrier. I made my own but it went on me before the pack did and so the straps under my backpack weren’t very comfortable. Cool someone thought of that new design!
@BackpackingwithBuckley
2 жыл бұрын
The Lifestraws look intriguing. Excellent video my friend. You're creating some incredible memories for the kiddos!
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
😊😊😊
@nicolemyers4584
Жыл бұрын
We have six kids; ages 1 (in carrier), 4, 5, 10, 11, and 12. We do mostly day hiking, usually 4 to 5 miles at a time and front country camp. We do take big trips across the country (to Yellowstone, Badlands, Rocky Mountains, Smoky Mountains, Great Sand Dunes, etc). Our favorite tips are to take earplugs, seriously, everyone gets earplugs so they don’t hear dogs bark, siblings rolling over on mats, coyotes that scare them, etc and eye masks. We sleep in two 6 man tents to keep the chaos down. We cabin camp every few days too to reset. All my kids carry all their water or one of their waters depending on their age. We pack our clothes in dish tubs instead of backpacks, so we can easily see everything and rinse out sand and dirt. The phrase “everyone sleeps better the second night” is always encouraging when the first day is rougher.
@JourneyontheTrail
2 жыл бұрын
Great suggestions when backpacking with the family! My family of 3 use the same Copper Spur when we go out. Patience and not setting high expectations has landed us some of the best family memories we could ask for.
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
😊😊
@DebbieWolfeMusic
2 жыл бұрын
The timing of this video is impeccable! We have done a lot of car camping as a family, but this weekend will be our first backpacking excursion as a family (we have 3 girls-9, 7, and 7). The tip about all sleeping together is the one thing I have been nervous about. The backpacking tent that fits our family doesn’t have a bug net and I know my girls will sleep much better with a bug net- we ordered one in April but unfortunately it hasn’t come yet. Regardless, we’ll figure something out and hopefully this trip will be the first of many as a family!
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Right on! Have a great time!
@Lfomod1Dubstep
2 жыл бұрын
That is awesome! I remember as a kid my parents took me and my sisters out in nature each weekend and vacation. That was all we needed to be happy basically, and still today I need nature to cope and balance my life. Hopefully your kids will appreciate this too and keep wanting to go out in nature in the future :)
@LostAgainwithJim
2 жыл бұрын
This is so great. I wish I’d had these kinds of experiences as kid. We did a lot of car camping, but not really hiking and certainly not backpacking.
@dustyc324
2 жыл бұрын
I am trying to get a friend of mine and his teenage boy out for an overnight. I dont have any kids, and I didn't backpack until I was an adult. I car camped and summer camped and scout camped and such my whole life. I always wanted to do it but couldn't find anyone to do it with. I just solo now Kids would benefit greatly from backpacking experiences
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jim! I just hope years from now my kids look back on these times as good times together as a family. 😊
@Packsalot
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome adventure Devin. Great setup for a comfortable adventure. Well done on your suggestions to keeping it fun for the kids and about the kids. So cool. Looks like everyone was having a great time. How about your daughter, the teepee builder. Heck yeah. She will be teaching Bushcraft before you know it. Great trip. Have a wonderful day.
@Seashellsbytheseashore21
Жыл бұрын
you guys are badass. i'm getting ready to take my 6 and 8 year old out to some campground by myself and hoping it goes well. LOL. i'm hoping we can graduate to backpacking. we will see!
@amandagroszkruger4956
2 жыл бұрын
Inspiring. Just “backpacked” into our local county conservation area for an overnight trip with smashing success. Excited for more. What kind of table are you using in the video?
@dennisTHEmenac3
Жыл бұрын
Great video! What are your thoughts on the zenbivy double sleeping pad? There isn’t much review information on the webs.
@tonybabcock655
2 жыл бұрын
With 7 kids it was always a challenge. It’s really easy to get focused on the destination and not the journey. This weekend I’m taking my youngest daughter (14) on her first backpacking trip. Thanks to @backpackingwithbuckley for the pointers on Black Elk Wilderness. Family hiked are always memorable. All of my adult children go without me now. Utah, Nevada, Oregon, Minnesota, Tennessee Papua New Guinea. Grandkids soon!!!
@karenroya2378
2 жыл бұрын
I would love to see what you pack for your family? We canoe camp to remote locations with our kids (9 and 11) and would love to try backpack with them but the gear we need for 4 is so heavy!
@PisgahGravelProject
Жыл бұрын
Great parenting! I wish I could take my nieces and nephews. Many times in scouts and with my dad, we'd go hiking and backpacking and tbh, I didn't appreciate it. Mainly bc my gear (or lack there of) was not adequate. Parents: make sure you're kids have good footwear and a comfortable pack. It'll make their experience rememberable -in a good way. In my early 20s (20some years ago) I got back into backpacking and haven't looked back. As a matter of fact, I moved from the upper Midwest to western NC just for the backpacking opportunities. Haven't looked back. As a matter of fact, I am currently training my upcoming AT flip flop. Starting at clingmans dome nobo to Baxter. Fly to Charlotte and drive down to GA and head nobo to clingmans dome starting February 10th. If clingmans dome road is closed I'll just start at I-40. My idea behind that schedule/starting point would be to be able to start near home, and be able to start and finish at the highest point of the trail
@lazylearner967
2 жыл бұрын
Great Video! I remember taking my kids out solo backpacking at ages 3 and 4 respectively. Great times. I am looking for a new filter that is less fussy. That Life Straw looks like a really good product. Thank you!
@StacySalmans
2 жыл бұрын
Love it. What a great family outing.
@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy
8 ай бұрын
This is great info Devin I’m taking my son on his first trip this summer. I’m having a hard time finding him a good but not super high priced pad / bag. I do t wanna break the bank incase he’s not at all about it.
@BackcountryExposure
8 ай бұрын
If you've got the space to pack it, then the Big Agnes Little Red is a solid option, and pair it with the Paria Recharge Short pad.
@Fizzyfuzzybignbuzzy
8 ай бұрын
@@BackcountryExposure just watched the new video and seen that thanks dude!!!
@Kactoily
Ай бұрын
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@YourFriendJeff
Жыл бұрын
Do you have a full gear list of what went in your bags? It would be helpful to know what you, your wife, and your kids packed!
@Mike-ih7gq
5 ай бұрын
Awesome video with great suggestions, what was the location of this hike in this video?
@BackcountryExposure
5 ай бұрын
Western Uintas. Thanks!
@Wondering_Fireball
2 жыл бұрын
My hats off to you! Been there done that.
@STho205
2 жыл бұрын
I've short trekked the AT with a baby. She did only weigh 6 lbs (7 mos)...she weighed less than our tent. (Granddaughter while my daughter was doing finals) We used to hike and camp with my daughter 3 to 18....she did fine.
@STho205
2 жыл бұрын
Sleeping with the baby was fun. She'd try to crawl away at night (we had an open flap tent). Grab her leg...she's escaping. One cold night with my daughter almost 20 years ago. She went to bed early (about 5). When we went to bed she realized she was on the outside of the bedding. She pronounced BABY GOES IN THE MIDDLE and climbed over my wife. Good times.
@jamesanyang2980
7 ай бұрын
I hiked last year and was 60km was done in 4 days and kids are 5 and 7 this year we are doing 270km but have 30 days to travel the trails.
@taragatorade
2 жыл бұрын
So adorable when the baby is looking up at you while you speak to the camera. I'm curious how heavy both of your (you and wife) packs were?
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
He’s awesome! My pack was about 36 pounds and my wife was 24.
@taragatorade
2 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryExposure wow! I need better gear. thanks!
@michaelstoddard1606
7 ай бұрын
I e seen several comments asking about a gear list, but I’d highly recommend a follow up video showing how you packed all that gear into the packs - especially considering you packed in that sizable tent! Please-please-please show us how you pack the packs. 😵💫
@ChristianPaulPhotography
2 жыл бұрын
Good stuff man! Your family is adorable!
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christian!
@GTxJakobix
7 ай бұрын
Do you have a video breaking down everything I need to buy to start backpacking with my family???
@BackcountryExposure
7 ай бұрын
Not really. But that’s a good idea. Feel free to email me with questions. Happy to help out! Backcountryexposure@gmail.com
@chipkk7868
2 жыл бұрын
Dream come true for sure. Might be neater with a Half-Mile my friend on those two delightful girls proudly carrying their gear. Just saying sir 😁......neat sleeping systems for kid and a great use of a hammock. Great family and loving parrents.
@woodchip2782
2 жыл бұрын
You two are Saints go go out there with toddlers!😁 Mine we’re monsters until 8 years old.
@RedZerstorer
2 жыл бұрын
You are the coolest dad! way to go. Way is this lake called??
@playarabbit
Жыл бұрын
We just went 12 miles in Texas I forgot my charging cord so might have to go back for shots😂
@mradamnichols
Жыл бұрын
I agree - that looks like the dream! Random (maybe weird) question - Any tips on helping / teaching kids to poop in the backcountry?
@mradamnichols
Жыл бұрын
Also - where did the little one sleep? In the double with y’all? Or a separate pad?
@DMSAdventures
2 жыл бұрын
Yeeeees! Love it Dude!! That is a lot of work right there!! But some of the most rewarding work for sure! Hahaha May did to you what Rugged Mountain Mister always does to me!! Won't talk to the camera. He always wants to make faces and be goofy on camera till i WANT him to say something! Man that copper spur looks awesome... but man the price! 😞 Everybody listen to Devin and take your young kids out into the backcountry, it's AWESOME!!
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
😊😊😊 thank you! That tent is worth it!
@johnjustice2978
9 ай бұрын
Great video and def gave me some courage
@BackcountryExposure
8 ай бұрын
I'm so glad!
@defy763df
11 ай бұрын
Love the border collie 😍
@BackcountryExposure
11 ай бұрын
He’s a good boy!
@KevinSmith-wr1sy
2 жыл бұрын
Love this video Dad!
@veganbcurry3396
2 жыл бұрын
What was your go-to video gear and microphone? Editing software used?
@maverickrodriguez7213
2 жыл бұрын
Good video but im surprised you took a very young kid. The diaper change weight must have been a killer to whoever was hauling it haha. What did you used for packing the diapers out?
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Nah it’s totally worth it. We used the Big Agnes Trash Can.
@maverickrodriguez7213
2 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryExposure i didnt even knew that was a thing. I knew about sea to summit though. Thats crazy! Im guessing zip plock bags for the diapers?
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
@@maverickrodriguez7213 for 💩 diapers yeah that’s helpful. Fortunately no poopy diapers on this overnight.
@averymountjoy4227
2 жыл бұрын
What kids of baby carrier is that?
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
Trail Magik Kid Carrier.
@ELMANTEC
11 ай бұрын
How old are you kids? :)
@lifeisbeautiful7421
Жыл бұрын
if you wear a hat, baby should be wearing a hat
@firestarter8202
2 жыл бұрын
I’d rather have an inoperable tumor on my spine than strap a baby to my backpack. Nobody goes into the sticks with me unless they’re old enough to talk and walk.
@BackcountryExposure
2 жыл бұрын
That’s intense…
@firestarter8202
2 жыл бұрын
@@BackcountryExposure 😜 I face plant about twice a year, don’t even wanna think about that one!
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