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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Some people buy a fancy new sports car for their midlife crisis. I decided to become an outdoor travel blogger and content creator at 41 after leaving my decade+ long career as a professor. I’m not sure which of us is more delusional. 😂

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Today is the first day since I was 3 that I haven’t been a student, a teacher, a homeschool mom (or on maternity leave). The first day of school hits differently when I’m on this side of things!

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

After years of resisting all things video, I've started a YouTube channel! My goal is to create complementary videos for my blog posts, so if you're not into reading long itineraries, you can now watch them instead. :) Give me at follow at www.youtube.com/@campingkiddos

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Camping Kiddos

Let's get you out there! Find easy, accessible guides on kid-friendly hiking trails, family campgrounds, and national parks itineraries, as well as road trip routes, camping and hiking tips, and outdo...

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Thank you so much for sharing! :)

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

There are 8 weekends left between now and Labor Day. And that means 8 more opportunities to go camping with your kids before the season ends. #familytravel #camping

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Summer camp? Nah. Summer camping? Definitely.

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

Looking for an easier trail in Yellowstone that still packs plenty of interest? Add the Artists Paintpots Trail to your itinerary. You’ll see milky blue hot springs, iron red steam vents, vats of mud pots + long range views of the mountains. www.campingkiddos.com/blog/artists... #nationalpark

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Artists Paint Pots Trail Guide in Yellowstone National Park

This comprehensive trail guide breaks down the Artists Paint Pot trail, one of the best easy hikes in Yellowstone, with tips and suggestions for a great visit.

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

Looking for a road trip idea for your next family adventure? Head to New England! Suggested route: Boston, MA > Portland, ME > Boothbay, ME > Bar Harbor, ME > Woodstock, NH > Woodstock, VT > Boston #roadtrip #familytravel

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Yes! We did one of those while we were there, and it was amazing! Thanks for the reminder. :)

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Thinking about visiting Glacier NP with your kids this summer? Here's a quick overview of what's changed recently and the kid-friendly must-dos while you're there. #familytravel #nationalparks

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Visiting Glacier in 2026: What's Changed and What's Staying the Same

Or, why Glacier absolutely needs to be on your family's radar

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Hope it's a great one for you!

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Did you know that you're standing on top of a super volcano when you visit Yellowstone National Park? That's the reason that Yellowstone is home to about half of the entire world's active geysers! #nationalpark #parkchat #familytravel

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Sequoia National Park perfect for kids who want to see BIG trees, and go hiking and camping. You can visit the 2 largest trees on Earth, explore underground on the Crystal Cave tour, walk through house-sized trees, get your Junior Ranger badge, and learn at the Giant Forest Museum. #familytravel

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Whether you're a biological dad, stepdad, grandpa, uncle, foster parent, or guardian, Happy Father's Day to all of those outdoorsy guys who are helping instill a love of nature in the next generation! #familytravel #happyfathersday

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

We've camped all over the U.S., but one of our favorite places to camp is at Oconee State Park near Walhalla, South Carolina. There are over a hundred sites for RV/tent camping. The property has a lake, trails, paddleboats, swimming area, a playground & even line dancing in the summer! #camping

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

This week's kid-friendly trail takes us to Victor, CO, where you can go on a troll hunt for the Rita the Rock Planter sculpture. The easy 0.5 mile trail leads to the recycled art piece by Thomas Dambo. Have you seen any of the Dambo trolls? If so, which one? #familytravel #hiking

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Summer feels like adventure to me. Where you are heading out to explore soon? #familytravel #outdoors

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

A2 We love a good summer road trip with our kids! We take longer ones each summer with the longest being 8 weeks from SC to CO, UT, ID, MT, and SD. We just got back from a 2 week road trip through central CA to see 4 more national parks! #parkchat #roadtrip

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

I’m currently in that post-adventure state where I’m reeling from the beauty of the places we saw + the incredible family time we had, but also sad that it’s all over and itching to start planning another trip. It’s a complicated emotion. (Picture at Pinnacles NP, CA) #parkchat #nationalparks

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

That is incredible! We've only done Grand Canyon once, but I'd love to go back! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

That's a spring break that I can get behind! How was the weather that time of the year in Grand Canyon? #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Thank you so much! I had a blast! :)

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Yes! There is something so special about those quiet moments on the trail and in the NPs that we just haven't been able to duplicate anywhere else on our travels. #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Loved it! Thank you so much for chatting with me! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I had a blast, and I am ready to visit a bunch of new NPS sites for every spring break going forward (and Nebraska!). #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Thanks so much! The former professor in me really loved organizing all of the questions and getting them all timed out. And doing a lot of typing. :) #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Thanks for a great #parkchat tonight, everyone! Mark your calendars for next week’s chat at 9 PM.

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Those are all incredible! I am obsessed with owls, so I would've loved to see the owlets! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Those are gorgeous! I would love to visit Shawnee NF to check it out! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Historic accommodations with a bonus stream fording?! Say no more!! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Thank you so much! I'm ready to host again whenever y'all are ready! :) #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Hahaha I cannot imagine what Death Valley would be like in the summer! My 9 year old is obsessed with world records, so he wants to go when it is really, really hot to see the temps, but I think we can probably just read about that and go a different time. #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Q12: Finally, if you were convincing a friend or your family members to try a spring national park trip instead of a traditional beach retreat, what would your pitch be? #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Q11: Have you ever visited the same national park in spring and another season? What felt completely different between the two visits? #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Thank you! My husband's been asking to go to Nebraska for years (I have no idea why, but he must be onto something!). Time to actually plan that trip, I think! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Had a great time chatting with you! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

We love spotting a cute turtle or two on our travels! We don't have the best luck with wildlife spotting, so we tend to get overexcited about seeing anything. 😂 #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Looks like I need to plan another trip now! If I'd known what was off of the interstate, I wouldn't have blasted through Nebraska! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Those are both gorgeous! We've driven parts of the BRP, but I don't recall ever going in the spring. Definitely need to change that! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Q10: What are some unique opportunities (hikes, programs, experiences, etc.) that you can ONLY have in the national parks in the spring time? #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I kind of asked this question for selfish reasons as I want to take my kids to an NP or two for next spring break! 😂 #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Oh, my gosh! Baby bison! What an incredible capture. #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Did you just luck up and see them or did you go out purposefully to find bears? #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

I was blown away by how incredible New Mexico was. Adding the Pecos Wilderness to our next visit! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Having only driven straight through the state once, I had no idea that Nebraska looked like that. GORGEOUS! #parkchat

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Natalie @campingkiddos.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

High Point is so pretty! We love exploring NC for short trips! #parkchat

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