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Welcome to the community…
WildKind
Our group of moms put our unwashed heads together and created a Colorado-based community for outdoor families. Hiking? Biking? Backpacking? Skiing? Paddling? It’s all on the schedule. We want to support your family’s experiential growth with outdoor escapades and Type-II adventures.
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers—inside our community. Through monthly outdoor experiences, organized bucket-list adventures, comprehensive virtual courses on camping and skiing, and exclusive rolling discounts and gear giveaways from our favorite outdoor brands….we’ve got what you need.
Ready to join us? Read below!
membership perks
events
Summit members gain access to included events like family hikes, ski touring adventures, camping excursions, and kid-friendly lake SUPs. Plus: you’ll also snag a DEEP discount on WildKind retreats such as backcountry hut trips and moms-only backcountry skiing days!
virtual courses
Parents are busy and we don’t always have time to research the 742 blog posts that pop up when we Google “how to sleep in a tent with a baby.” Our online courses (Camping with Kids and Virtual Ski School) take the guesswork out of those activities and allow you to get immediate answers—on your own schedule.
money savings
We know gear is expensive. And, if you find the money, you don’t know what to get! Not only do our members have exclusive access to discount codes with various outdoor brands (think: North Face, Merrell, GoPro), but our resident gear pro can help you make educated decisions.
Member testimonials
“We just switched to a kid carrier, and thanks to WildKind’s thorough video walk-through, I knew exactly which one we wanted!”
— Allison
“Snowy season, here we come! WildKind has absolutely changed how this family does winter—and we’re HERE for it.”
— Cecily
“I’m in the thick of full-time work, motherhood, and finding life balance, and WildKind has been the highlight. This community is my bright spot.”
— Vanessa
Here’s what your membership Gets You…
Summit Membership
🌳 Included member-only experiences in Colorado and Utah like organized family camping trips, backpacking experiences, and community hikes
🌳 Heavily discounted rates on WildKind retreats and festivals like our upcoming moms getaway overnight hike from Aspen to Crested Butte (and back again!) or our family backpacking festival
🌳 Exclusive WildKind rolling discounts to top outdoor brands like GoPro, The North Face, Reima, Kelty, Dometic, Merrell, Morrison Outdoors, and more
🌳 Special Pricing on the Ikon Ski Pass and the Ikon Base Pass for your entire family
🌳 Automatic entry to win rolling gear giveaways from our partnering outdoor brands
🌳 Included enrollment in WildKind’s entire virtual course library for the duration of your membership. Currently, this includes both Camping with Kids and Virtual Ski School
🌳 Immediate enrollment in our video archive that includes all past video content to be watched on replay
🌳 A supportive community of outdoor families where you will build friendships for your next adventures
🌳 Member forum via Mighty Networks where you can ask our founders, ambassadors, and other members any questions
we want you to be 100% stoked with your WildKind Membership.
If you don't boost your outdoor knowledge and community, we'll give you your money back- guaranteed.
Have we met?
Hi! We’re Heather and Brooke, two outdoor women-turned-mothers who believe that life is best lived outside.
We’ve both personally experienced the rejuvenating and healing powers of Mother Nature. Now, we can’t wait to help you and your family learn that we can do hard things—and like it.
Heather is a writer and author in the outdoor industry with a decade of experience covering outdoor gear. If you want to talk boot midsoles or nylon denier, she is your gal.
Brooke is a genetic researcher-turned-content creator who routinely works with brands like Nordica and Merrell to help families feel less intimidated outside.
We both believe outdoor adventure doesn’t stop when family starts. But, we also know that the “new normal” logistics can feel daunting. We want to help, and we’re so excited to have you in our community!
Eight Ways to Know IF WildKind is For You:
🌲 You’re ready to take your winter adventure to the next level, but aren’t sure where to start
🌲 You need some new gear, and want to save a little cash
🌲 You keep Googling phrases like, “How to formula feed at camp” or “How can my baby sleep in a tent”
🌲 You’re sick of hearing people tell you that those adventures are over now that you are a parent
🌲 You want to learn more about Mother Earth so you can be an active participant and teach your children land stewarship
🌲 You’re busy and want easy, direct guidance to help you get outside faster
🌲 You’re a beginner outdoorist who is trying to navigate through the confusion so your kids can enjoy outdoor recreation
Still Unsure? You Might Be Wondering…
We’re beginners. Will this membership be too much for us to understand?
Absolutely not! WildKind is for all ability levels. If your family has yet to put foot-to-trail, we’re for you. If your family is considering Everest next summer, we’re for you. (Well…..maybe.)
Why are we learning about outdoor activities from a computer screen?
We know that parents are BUSY. Digital resources allow you to learn and focus on your schedule and with your time. We’ll be here for you whenever you need us.
We don’t live in Colorado. Is that a problem for the membership?
Not at all! The majority of events are in Colorado and Utah, but you can still enjoy all the discounts, giveaways, and virtual resources from anywhere.
How can I find members in my area?
We have three groups set up for members in Colorado, Utah, and Northern California (the bulk of our members). This make it easy for you to search through our membership platform and find new friends in your area.
Is WildKind right for my family?
Time outdoors is great for all of us yet American children don’t get outside nearly enough. Families are often nervous to dabble with outdoor adventure so we want to remove the guesswork and provide you with the skills needed to find your wild.
Who is WildKind NOT right for?
We’re the type of people who would rather pee outside than in a gas station restroom. If you think dirt is gross and wearing the same outfit for two days is even grosser, we may not be the best fit for you. But: we’re willing for you to prove us wrong!