This summer, we’re unplugging from life’s distractions and reconnecting with ourselves, with each other, and with the natural world by doing things together

Summer guide menu

Plan together
Let your kids' imaginations run wild
Get out the guidebooks—it's time for a road trip! Give everyone a say in the activities and stops.
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Epic Road Trips of the Americas by Lonely Planet

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National Geographic Guide to Scenic Highways and Byways 5th Edition

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The Next Exit 2024 Edition: USA Interstate Highway Service Guide

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Go together
Cut the small talk, and get to the deep conversation
After all, do you really know someone, or even yourself, until you go camping with them?
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The Complete Guide to the National Parks of the USA

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America's Best Day Hikes by Derek Dellinger

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Wonder Year: A Guide to Long-Term Family Travel

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Find the right vehicle for the trip you all want
Learn together
Cue your curiosity: Everyone can be a big kid outside
Out there, out of our comfort zones, we remember we need each other to survive.
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The Wild Year: A Field Guide for Exploring Nature All Around Us

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Sibley Tree Identification Flash Cards

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Campfire Stories Deck: Prompts for Igniting Stories by the Fire

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Cook together
Set the table: It's a special occasion
Make sending an email or posting on Instagram less of a priority while making a meal with your family.
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Wild Eats: Campsite Cooking by Nick Cote

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Dirty Gourmet Plant Power: Food for Your Outdoor Adventures

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Camping with Kids Cookbook: Fun & Easy Recipes for the Whole Family

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