**Registration is NOW OPEN! Email bendracingor@gmail.com for payment options and to get a form to fill out.
Do you dream about getting outside with your kids but aren’t sure where to start? Or maybe you already love camping and adventuring, but you’d like to connect with other families who share the same passion? That’s exactly what Endurance Mama Adventure Family Trips are all about.
Thanks to our background in map reading and adventure racing (Bendracing.com) , we spend hours pouring over maps to find the hidden gems—places with little to no people, waterfalls, secret caves, and trails that feel wild and untouched, the kind of spots most people only dream about. These are the special secret places we love to take our own kids, and now we’re excited to share them with you.
Who We Are
We’re an adventure couple with a combined history of over 60 years of wilderness experience. Taking our kids on fun missions into the outdoors is what grounds us, connects us and lets us go a little feral at the same time.
Every trip we offer has been vetted by us and scaled to a level that builds success and stoke for everyone. Sure, there’s sometimes a little resistance (and the occasional bit of whining), but that’s part of the process. What comes out of it? Kids and parents alike learning resilience, adaptability, and the joy of outdoor adventure together.
In 2026, we’re opening up two opportunities for families to come adventure with us. These aren’t guided trips in the traditional sense—there’s no rigid itinerary, no tour company feel. Instead, think of them as hands-on learning experiences and community-building adventures. We’ll be there alongside you, sharing what we’ve learned through years of outdoor play, training, and expeditions as a family.
What’s Happening in 2026
- 3-Day Backpacking Trip – Learn the art of packing light but smart, setting up camp, and pacing your days so the whole family can thrive on the trail.
- 3-Day Packrafting Trip – Explore the water together! We’ll cover the basics of paddling with kids, packing boats, keeping gear dry, and balancing safety with play.
Trip Details
🌲 Family Backpacking Adventure
Dates: June 11-13
Where: A beautiful family-friendly wilderness trail (location announced closer to trip)
What You’ll Learn/ Get
- How to pack for multi-day backpacking with kids
- A gear consult call where we will go over any questions about gear, the trip, and any concerns
- Gear essentials vs. nice-to-haves
- Camp setup and backcountry cooking
- How to pace your family on the trail
- Games, play, and fun ways to keep kids engaged
- Special discounts on our favorite family must have gear pieces
- A swag bag full of goodies you will actually use
🌊 Family Packrafting Adventure
Dates: July 29- 31
Where: Class I and II sections of a scenic river (location announced closer to trip)
What You’ll Learn/Get:
- Packrafting basics for parents and kids
- Gear Consult call that will also go over the trip and any questions
- Packing boats and keeping gear dry
- River safety and comfort with water
- Combining paddling and camping
- Balancing challenge with fun
- Codes to some of our favorite outdoor companies
- A swag bag full of goodies you will actually use
Who These Trips Are For
- Families who want to build confidence outdoors.
- Parents looking to learn practical skills for camping, hiking, and paddling with kids.
- Kids who love exploring and meeting other adventurous families.
- Anyone who wants to make adventure feel more like play.
Some experience necessary for the packrafting trip— But mostly just bring your curiosity, willingness to learn, and sense of adventure!
What’s Included
✅ Community of like-minded families
✅ Learning from our real-world experience adventuring as a family
✅ Group campfires, shared snacks and kid-fueled fun
✅ Skills you’ll carry forward into future trips
Note: These trips are not guided or outfitted—families are responsible for their own gear, food, and transportation. We’ll help you prepare with a full packing list and planning resources ahead of time. Some gear may be able to be rented from us, and other pieces may be able to be loaned out.
Cost & Sign-Up
- Cost: $1200 per family
- Registration: Email BendRacingor@gmail.com for venmo/ Paypal Check options & get the information form!
- Group Size: Limited spots available to keep things small, safe, and community-focused
👉 [Join the Interest List Here]
Why Join?
Because outdoor family time is about so much more than just hiking or paddling. It’s about building resilience, creating core memories, and showing our kids that adventure is play. You’ll leave not only with new skills and confidence, but also with connections to other families who love getting outside.
These trips are open to any family who’s ready to explore, learn, and have fun together. Are you ready to step into adventure?
