CASCADE MOUNTAIN TECH BLOG
(Words and Photos: Jennifer Allen) “Hiking with special needs kids.” Does that sound like an oxymoron, or an insurmountable task? You know what it’s like. You have a vision of what your life will look like - the adventures you’ll...
While the idea of stepping out into the unknown with special needs can feel daunting (at best), the benefits far outweigh the challenges. I’m sure you know how research has shown the benefits of the outdoors physically, mentally, socially -...
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(Words and Photos: Jennifer Allen) Hiking with kids was a given. The fresh air, the exercise, the perspective shift as we step away from all that bogs us down: what’s not to love? It was only natural that we would...
I share Cascade Mountain Tech’s heart for achievable adventure, and the strong belief that the outdoors should be accessible for everyone. I’m excited to contribute to their family hiking resources by sharing how you can make a difference in inclusion on the...
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(Words and Photos: Michelle Gigger) Ever since our son was a baby he’s been drawn to the outdoors. He longs for the water, begs for days spent digging in the dirt, sleeping under the stars, and running barefoot in nature....
After spending the last couple years getting outdoors with our son and testing out a bunch of camping gear for kids. We’ve figured out what gear works, what doesn’t, what he prefers and what we can leave at home or...
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Contributed by Jill Johns “Let’s go for a hike!” is a declaration my kids usually don’t want to hear. They’ve been drug out on hikes and marched down trails since our twins were 10 weeks old (Washington’s Lake Lillian hike...
“Let’s go for a hike!” is a declaration my kids usually don’t want to hear. They’ve been drug out on hikes and marched down trails since our twins were 10 weeks old (Washington’s Lake Lillian hike was their first ascent,...
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Words by Shanti Hodges – Top photo by Deanna Curry Not a day goes by where people don’t remark on social media or in real life to my family about how “adventurous” we seem. Honestly, if you looked at our...
Honestly, if you looked at our Instagram or Facebook, you would probably think that every day over the last six years with our son was one big hiking adventure where we were always having a blast. Nope. Not even close. Want to know how...
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