125. The Gear Breakdown Every Parent Needs with Karissa and Kailey Tuthill

In episode 125 of the Outdoor Minimalist podcast, we return to the world of epic parenting. At least that's what I call it because outdoor parents are badass, and I have to say it. I've only had one other episode dedicated to bringing kids outside and on outdoor adventures, and actually, that came out just a few weeks ago: episode 121– how having a baby changed the way I play outside with Jocey Newman.

This current episode can be seen as building on that topic and expanding into a bit more detail about not only how to get outside but also how to take care of yourself as a new mom in the outdoors and hone in on the items you actually need to pack for your kids along the way. I know I say new moms, but this episode is appropriate for any parent or anyone who knows a new parent or parent new to getting their kids into outdoor sports.

To help me do this, I had to sit down and chat with a couple of moms who make every day an epic adventure with their kids: Karissa and Kailey Tuthill.

Raised in the mountains of Colorado, sisters Karissa and Kailey found their playground in the wilderness, where every day held a new adventure. Fast forward to motherhood in the variable climates of Jackson, Wyoming, they faced a new challenge: finding sustainable, all-season clothing for their growing families. This led to the creation of Iksplor (phonetic spelling of 'explore'), a line of 100% merino wool adventure essentials for the whole family, and the first 100% merino wool nursing layer in the U.S.

Through their brand and clothing line, Karissa and Kailey are honored to make getting outside with your kids easier every day of the year. Iksplor is more than clothing; it's a commitment to sustainable outdoor adventures. The Iksplor More program reflects this, allowing parents to sell back their kids' outgrown layers for cash or credit for the next size up, promoting a cycle of use that's all about the base (layer), not waste.

Karissa and Kailey's commitment to the outdoors shines through in their personal lives, from backpacking excursions to celebrating each of their children's birthdays with an outdoor adventure instead of a Pinterest-perfect party.

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Original music by Alex Carney and Ethan Wiese