Welcome to our summer mini-series all about camping.

In these bonus episodes, we're going beyond the standard tent and campsite setup,

from bike packing and rafting to camping with kids and dispersed car camping.

Over the next four weeks, we're talking to people who are camping their own way,

sharing what works, what doesn't, and how you can try it too.

I'm Shelby Stanger, and this is Wild Ideas Worth Living, an REI Co-Op Studios production, presented

by Capital One and the REI Co-Op MasterCard.

Camping and Hiking with Kids can sound daunting, but it's also one of the most rewarding

ways to spend time as a family. It's a chance to unplug, explore, and bond. Sure, it comes

with serious challenges, like planning meals for picky eaters or getting toddlers to sleep before sunset.

But it's all part of the adventure.

That's why we've brought in an expert to share tips that make it easier and more fun for the whole family.

Haley Terry is a mom of three young kids who shares her family's outdoor adventures online.

As a content creator, Haley shows that getting

outside isn't just for adults or even teenagers. With a little preparation and a go-with-the-flow

mindset, camping with younger kids can be both manageable and magical. Haley Terry, welcome to Wild Ideas Worth Living. I'm really excited to talk to you about camping

with kiddos. Yeah, I'm excited to be here. Thanks for having me. So what was your relationship

with camping growing up? We went frequently. My parents both grew up camping. So we as a family, we would drive up to Zion and camp

there or we'd go to California. I have lots of good memories camping as a kid. Cool. So you learned

young. Like this is just part of your DNA. Yes. So then obviously introducing your kids to the outdoors

was just like a non-negotiable for you, I'm guessing.

Pretty much. I mean, I've always loved the outdoors. And so it wasn't really a, ooh, should I take my

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