Adventuring with kids is hard. And friends make everything more enjoyable! When you have friends that have kids with similar ages as your own, tag team on the adventures! You may be thinking, “But HOW do I get my friends to adventure with me? I don’t think they’ve ever camped in their life. Or, they’re just not the adventurous type.” No worries! I’ll show you how to get your friends with kids to adventure with you.

1. Get Them Excited

This is where those dreamy, picture-perfect Pinterest post comes out. Show them the beauty of kids swimming in a natural pool of water, or running in a field of wildflowers. Share those dreamy pictures of French Press coffee around a campfire, while the kids are snuggled up in a blanket.

Okay, so the point here is not to be dishonest in any way, but to show them the real thrills and joys that come from adventuring together with your kids. And so yes, the highlights must be chosen! But be completely honest as well.

Tell them it will be hard at times. Some days don’t go as planned, and sometimes there’s more tears than one could imagine. But the memories made and the experiences shared together are so worth the stress and work that come with it. Get your friends excited to see all the potential opportunities in adventuring together with your kids. 

2. Plan Together

Once you have them jumping with excitement to go, set a time to plan adventures together. Brainstorm about all the places you want to see, visit, and experience with your crews. Plan days and times that work for both of your schedules. Are mornings best due to naptimes? Or weekends when you have the help of your spouses?

Plan events that will be of interest to both parties, and of course for all the little ones involved. Don’t forget to share your tips and tricks with your friends of what’s needed if you’ve been at this for awhile, and she’s joining you for the first time.