dailyprompt – Treks, Trails & Travel

How Campervan Life Opened the Door to Family Mountain Biking and other Family Adventures

Two children and an adult with mountain bikes, standing on a gravel trail surrounded by trees.

Discover how our campervan Vangelina transformed our family adventures. From engine troubles to mountain biking magic, she opened the door to a whole new world.

Beach vs Mountains: The Best Free and Budget-Friendly Activities for Families All Year Round

Discover why families don’t have to choose between the beach or the mountains. Both offer free, year-round adventures for kids. Get budget-friendly ideas, seasonal activity tips, and simple ways to explore nature together without spending a fortune.

Affordable Family Adventures: Why You Don’t Need to Spend a Fortune to Explore the Outdoors

A man and child in bright waterproofs huddle in front of the Devils Arse cave entrance

Discover how our family finds adventure on a budget. Free, fun, and full of memories – proof you don’t need to spend a fortune to make memories.

Testing Our New DJI Osmo Action 4 at Cannock Chase – Family Mountain Biking Adventures on the Red Route!

2 children on mountain bikes on a singletrack trail, viewed first person over another set of handlebars

We took our brand-new DJI Osmo Action 4 for its first spin at Cannock Chase! Find out how our family mountain biking adventures are evolving – with laughter, muddy trails, and a bit of creative chaos behind the camera.

Family Adventures We’re Looking Forward To This Summer

2 boys and a man read a sign for St Abbs Head Nature Reserve

We’re not looking years ahead — just a few months into a summer of family walks, biking, a trip to Scotland, and maybe even a night away in the campervan… Here’s what we’re most excited about for the season ahead!

Sustainable Travel with Kids: 10 Eco‑Friendly Family Adventure Tips

2 boys in high vis jackets holding litter pickers and picking litter with a man holding a refuse sack

Discover 10 eco-friendly tips for sustainable travel with kids – from low-waste snacks to van life habits that help protect the places you explore.

The Secret to a Good Life: Family, Fresh Air, and Conversations That Matter

a boy and a man walk along a paved path on the ridge of a hill mam tor wearing outdoor gear and backpacks

What makes a good life? For us, it’s simple: quality time outdoors as a family, making memories, having real conversations, and staying connected—without spending a fortune.

Leaving a Legacy of Muddy Boots & Fresh Air: Why Outdoor Adventures Matter for Families

2 boys and a man look toward an old lighthouse and horn on a cliff

Why I started this blog? To raise kids who love nature, to help families discover outdoor adventures on a budget, and to leave a legacy of muddy boots and fresh air.

Our 2025 Family National Park Road Trip: Exploring 3 Countries in One Year

Our 2025 resolution to visit one national park in each country of Great Britain – will we do it?

Losing Yourself in the Walk: How Nature Helps Families Reconnect

Discover how family walks in nature help you disconnect from daily chaos, reduce stress, and reconnect with what matters most—each other. One step at a time.