Introduction

     I'm a mother to four daughters, two adult, two teenagers, originally from Brooklyn, New York. As a child growing up in the city, my father always tried to bring us out to nature as much as possible - from day trips to camping. I spent several years as a single mother and I wanted to introduce my children to the joy of nature as well. 
     I am now remarried and we have gone on several camping trips, but I have also gone camping as the only adult, and I have camped with other (spouseless) mothers. To ensure a successful camping trip with children, whether you have another adult with you or not, involves careful planning and work. It is totally worth the effort as the experience you can have bonding in nature with your children will stay with them for a lifetime.

     In my life before I gave birth to my twins, I would take my two older girls on road trips to Boston, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. After the twins came around, it became more difficult to afford the road trips so I decided to try camping as an alternative to our old family vacations. We've had many fun trips, and I take particular pride in trying to go beyond the "burgers & dogs" menu by cooking gourmet meals on the campsite.

     Now I have many seasons of camping under my belt - primarily car camping and I have learned a great deal. I hope to share my experience and expertise in future posts to help guide and inspire any reluctant mom's out there who are thinking of taking their kids to the great outdoors.