Bewilder

20/10/2023

Say boo for Bezzi! Here are the highlights from last weekend’s Bewilder Basecamp: Spooky Wonders event. We had…
- A live improv show about the misunderstood elements in nature (you’re a good night, Night!)
- A shadow puppet theater where families can learn all about nocturnal animals
- An interactive constellation exhibit and arts & craft cutout of stars that can be seen from Los Angeles

It was another incredible event at thanks to the dozens of families who spent their Saturday with us, our awesome brand partners who believe in our work, and the talented crew of performers and production team who made the spooky experience so memorable and delightful.

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21/09/2023

Fam, Bewilder Basecamp is back! Just in time for some spooky fun at .

Join Bezzi the Yeti for a spooky camping adventure on Saturday, October 14 from 4-8pm, specially designed for 5 to 10 year olds. As a Bewilder Beast, you’ll get to: 

* Learn about the lives of nocturnal animals
* Watch a live improv show about Bezzi's first campout
* Make masks around the Magic Campfire
* Discover constellations in the Rainbow Tunnel
* Catch creepy crawlies in Fjällräven Kånken backpacks
* Create your own snack at the Snack Station & more!

Families who come dressed up in their favorite costumes get to win a special prize!

🎃Tap the link in our bio to reserve your spot today.

                                                   

09/05/2023

When it rains, it blooms 🌸 We’re counting down to our final Bewilder Basecamp event of the season. Visit us at to enjoy a one-of-a-kind place where parents and children (ideally ages 2 to 6 years old) join Bezzi the Yeti in celebrating our spring superbloom! 

As a Bewilder Beast, you'll get to:
* Learn how to garden and plant flowers
* Make crafts around the Magic Campfire
* Pedal a woom bike through Rainbow Tunnel
* Pack a Fjällräven Kånken backpack for your next hike
* Create your own snack at the Snack Station & more!

You'll also have a chance to buy kids' sleeping bags, pillows, camp chairs, and tents at a 25% discount to prepare for your next family camping trip! What’cha waiting for? RSVP at the link in our bio and let’s play outside.

                                               

09/05/2023

Hooray to our raffle winners & Victoria R.! Thanks for visiting our Bewilder Basecamp: Earth Day Extravaganza last month, and hope you can join us at the next one on May 20!

💥 the link in our bio to RSVP (for free)!

                                                   

09/05/2023

09/04/2023

We’re less than two weeks away from our Bewilder Basecamp: Earth Day Extravaganza on April 22 from 10am to 2pm at . Bewilder Basecamp is a one-of-a-kind place where parents and children (ideally ages 2 to 6 years old) join Bezzi the Yeti in celebrating our Earth! As a Bewilder Beast, you'll get to:

* Learn how to garden plants
* Pack and prepare for your next hike
* Design crafts around the Magic Campfire
* Pedal a woom bike through Rainbow Tunnel
* Enjoy snacks at the Snack Station & more!

There’ll also be an epic car camping giveaway thanks to NEMO Equipment]. Families will have a chance to bring home an:

* Aurora Highrise 6 person tent
* Jazz Double sleeping bag
* Roamer Double sleeping pad
* Two Fillo King camping pillows

Two other raffle winners will also receive a comfy NEMO Stargaze Reclining camp chair.

RSVP at the link in our bio! Bewilder Basecamp is free thanks to our awesome partners NEMO Equipment] .

                                                     

09/04/2023

We learn by doing. Trying new things. Exploring different ideas. Sprinkle in some fun, and that’s what Bewilder Basecamp is all about.

Who’s ready to bike, camp, and play outside this summer?

                                                           

30/03/2023

Let’s do a happy dance for our Bewilder Basecamp raffle winners! ’s family is now ready to go camping thanks to ’s car camping kit, and will be gliding around town on her brand new bike. A belated Bewilder birthday to Emma for turning 5 this weekend too 🎉

We’re getting excited for our Earth Day Extravaganza on April 22 at . Keep an eye out for when RSVP’s open this week 💜

                                                           

14/03/2023

We're less than two weeks away from our next Bewilder Basecamp: Exploring Rainbow Valley event on March 25 from 10 AM to 3 PM at the upper plaza 🌈

What’s Bewilder Basecamp? It’s a one-of-a-kind place for parents and kids (ideally ages 2 to 6 years old) to experience the magic of being outside.

Tap the link in our bio to RSVP for FREE 🏕️

Families will get to:
- Make yeti feet around the magic campfire
- Practice setting up a tent at Sunny Palace
- Ride a kids' bike through Rainbow Valley
- Treat yourself to colorful snacks and delicious drinks at Snack station
- Snuggle in our very own kids' sleeping bag
- Dance the day away with Bewilder Beasts & more!

What’cha waiting for? Come play!

07/03/2023

Meet Jocey and her son Emory. She's the founder of , a super soft, sustainable adventurewear for babies and toddlers. We’re collaborating with Jocey this month to launch the Bewilder Beast (BB) Club where you can sign up to receive FREE outdoor gear! Our only ask is that you submit an honest product review that we can share with other outdoorsy families 💜

Why are we doing this? We’re always on the lookout for the coolest, high-quality gear for outdoorsy families, and as a member of the Bewilder Beast community, you're the ultimate judge. 

 Here's how it works: 
* Take two minutes to fill out this form 
* We'll select a few families and send you free gear
* Try the gear & take pictures of it in action
* Send us your honest review within two weeks
* And keep the gear to enjoy however you’d like!

Ready to test out Jocey's stuff? Sign up at the link in our bio!

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06/03/2023

It’s been a week since our first Bewilder Basecamp event of the year, and we’re still daydreaming about all of the fun we had 🌈

What was your favorite experience? Was it snuggling in Bezzi’s Lair, making crafts around the Magic Campfire, biking through Rainbow Tunnel, making a tent in Sunny Palace, or all of the above?

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06/03/2023

It’s been a week since our first Bewilder Basecamp event of the year, and we’re still daydreaming about all of the fun we had 🌈

What was your favorite experience? Was it biking through the Rainbow Tunnel, making crafts around the Magic Campfire, snuggling in Bezzi’s Lair, or making a tent in Sunny Palace?

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28/02/2023

Congrats to our Bewilder Basecamp raffle winner! Pia had a blast pedaling through Rainbow Tunnel on her bike and visiting Bezzi’s Lair in her sleeping bag this past weekend. Her lil’ brother Rio joined in on the fun too!

We’re excited to be delivering their car camping kit to Pia and Rio’s family this weekend. Join our next family event on March 25 at the . Keep an eye out for our newsletter to know when RSVP’s open 💜

                                                         

21/02/2023

UPDATE: Due to a rainy weather forecast, Bewilder Basecamp is now happening this Sunday, February 26!

What’s Bewilder Basecamp? It’s a one-of-a-kind place for parents and kids (ideally ages 2 to 6 years old) to experience the magic of being outside.

Join us on Sunday, February 26th from noon to 4 PM at the upper plaza of The Culver Steps!

As a Bewilder Beast, you'll get to:
- Learn about LA's valley ecosystem
- Ride a  kids' bike through Rainbow Valley
- Treat yourself to colorful snacks and delicious drinks
- Snuggle in a  kids' sleeping bag
- Dance the afternoon away with Bewilder Beasts!

You'll also have a chance to take home $1000+ worth of Decathlon car camping gear, which includes:
- A 4-person family camping tent
- Two adult sleeping bags and two kids sleeping bags
- Four air mattresses

Unleash your Bewilder Beast, and let's play outside!

Learn more at the link in our bio

                                                           

08/02/2023

Bewilder Basecamp is a one-of-a-kind place for parents and kids (ideally ages 3 to 10 years old) to experience the magic of being outside. Join us on Saturday, Feb. 25th from noon to 4 PM at the upper plaza of The Culver Steps!

As a Bewilder Beast, you'll get to:
- Learn about LA's valley ecosystem
- Ride a kids' bike through Rainbow Valley
- Learn how to tie knots and make a friendship bracelet to take home
- Treat yourself to colorful snacks and delicious drinks
- Snuggle in a kids' sleeping bag for story time
- Dance the afternoon away with Bewilder Beasts

You'll also have a chance to take home $1000+ worth of Decathlon car camping gear, which includes:
- A 4-person family camping tent
- Two adult sleeping bags and two kids sleeping bags
- Four air mattresses

Unleash your Bewilder Beast, and let's play outside!

Learn more at the link in our bio

                               

01/02/2023

Meet Tavis Malcolm as a kid. Today he’s the father of Morrison Malcolm and the founder of , a company that designs sleeping bags for toddlers. We asked Tavis to share a baby photo of himself and what his favorite outdoor memory was growing up. Here’s his answer:

“Every summer growing up I got to camp with my cousins at a lake in Western Washington. We would spend all day swimming and catching salamanders. Then we’d eat chips and s’mores all night before piling into a tiny camper together. It was the best!”

We cherish creating outdoor experiences for families because even decades later, you’ll never forget them. When was the last time you caught a salamander? 🦎

                               

31/01/2023

Pismo State Beach in Southern California neighbors Oceano Dunes State Vehicle Recreation Area, which is the only drivable beach in the country. The name Pismo originates from “pismu,” which means tar in Chumash. Thousands of years ago, Chumash Native American tribes would gather pismu to seal their canoes and paddle out to the Channel Islands.

Today, Pismo SB is known for its sand dunes, surfing, and the fact that one of the largest Western Monarch Butterfly populations flocks to the Monarch Butterfly Grove every year from November to February. Another perk of Pismo SB is that you’re never too far away from the Pacific Ocean or local restaurants and grocery stores. Check out car camping itinerary at North Beach campground for you and your family to enjoy this summer.

💥 the link in our bio

                                   

27/01/2023

Embrace the mess. Being outside usually means we’re going to get wet, dirty, sandy, muddy, or all of the above.

Here are four reasons we love to get messy with kids:

1. It activates our senses. By exploring how things feel, smell, and taste, we’re developing a deeper understanding of the world.

2. It fosters our imagination. What’s living in this puddle? What kind of creature can I create with mud?

3. It promotes social connection. Every mess is a pile of sensations, and it’s a chance to share what we’re feeling and doing with others.

4. It encourages responsibility. We can’t be messy forever! Learning how to clean up after messy play is just as important too.

                                   

26/01/2023

Caves are geological wonders, and California has over 1,000 of them! The Federal Cave Protection Act of 1988 defines a cave as “any naturally occurring void, cavity, recess, or system of interconnected passages which occurs beneath the surface of the earth or within a cliff or ledge … and which is large enough to permit an individual to enter.”

Here are some of our favorite ones to explore with the family:

1. Painted Cave in Channel Islands National Park’s Santa Cruz Island. This is one of the largest sea caves in the world and it’s only accessible by boat. leads year-round sea kayaking tours.

2. Mitchell Caverns in Providence Mountains State Recreation Area. Now’s a great time to reserve a guided two-hour tour because the park is closed in July and August.

3. Lava Beds National Monument. We can explore about 20 out of more than 700 caves in this renowned caving destination. Reserve a free caving permit online and check which caves are open before you make the trip.

4. Crystal Cave in Sequoia National Park. This marble cavern was closed last year due to wildfires, but it’s aiming to be reopened in May 2023. Keep an eye out!

5. Bear Gulch Cave in Pinnacles National Park. The entire Bear Gulch Cave is only open twice a year for at least one week and up to four weeks every March and October. It’s usually closed to protect an endangered colony of Townsend’s big-eared bats.

What’s your favorite cave in California?

                               

24/01/2023

Sequoia National Park is often called "A Land of Giants" because it's home to groves of giant sequoias. One of the most famous ones is General Sherman Tree — the largest tree in the world standing at 275 feet tall and over 36 feet in diameter. The road to visit General Sherman is closed during the winter, but you can already start to plan and reserve a campsite at Lodgepole Campground in the spring. We designed an easy camping trip itinerary for families and first-time campers that takes you through some of the prettiest parts of the park.

💥 the link in our bio!

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23/01/2023

Playing in sand is fantastic for kids because it’s a creative, unstructured, sensory experience. When we bury each other on the beach, it specifically activates our proprioceptive sense, which is an awareness of our body in space. Building sand castles engages in problem solving: how do prevent our moat from caving in? And doing everything together is a practice in collaboration and communication.

Beach days are messy and difficult to schedule sometimes, but the skills we engage and the memories we make along the way are worth it.

What’s your favorite way to play in the sand? Spill your secrets!

                                   

22/01/2023

Happy Lunar New Year! We’re entering the year of the rabbit so we’re celebrating the dusty desert cottontail. In the Chinese zodiac, rabbits are symbols for grace, peace, and relaxation, and we’re a fan of all three. Enjoy some fresh air today, wear red because it represents good fortune, and spend time with family and friends. It’s going to be a wonderful year 🐰
                                   

19/01/2023

New year, new hike! Join our founder on a group trek to Eaton Canyon Waterfall in LA’s San Gabriel Mountains! We’re meeting up the morning of Friday, January 27 to do a 4.4 mile round trip hike with about 520 feet of elevation gain.

We’ve had a lot of rain this season so expect some fun stream crossings and a refreshing morning adventure.

Afterwards, we’ll get to enjoy some hot coffee and pastries at Cafe De Leche thanks to our lovely friends at Fjällräven.

Come hike, hang, and meet new outdoorsy friends next week!

RSVP at the link in our bio.

                                 

19/01/2023

Joshua Tree National Park is the second largest national park in California, with the first being Death Valley National Park. JTNP features more than 795,000 acres, which makes it slightly larger than Rhode Island! Inside you'll find native Yucca brevifolias, aka Joshua Trees, desert tortoises, and one of the darkest skies in Southern California. It’s one of our faves because there are delicious restaurants, funky art and sounds at Noah Purifoy Outdoor Desert Art Museum and the Integatron. We designed a weekend camping trip itinerary so you can plan your own visit to the desert. 💥 the link in our bio!

                                   

24/10/2022

Winter camping can be magical once you know how to handle the cold ❄️

That’s why we’re teaming up with Fjällräven to share how to stay warm and nourished while camping in colder California climates, like in Joshua Tree and the Eastern Sierra. Our first workshop is happening this Thursday, October 27th at 6 PM at Fjällräven’s Los Angeles store located at 151 South La Brea Avenue. Registration is FREE, just reserve your spot by tapping the link in our bio. 

Learn how to make your own winter backpacking meal, nom on snacks and drinks, and have a chance to take home a brand new Expedition X-Lätt Jacket for your next winter getaway. 

07/10/2022

Camping can be a whimsical, fun, and awe-inspiring experience. We love it because it’s a place where kids, parents, yetis, and even clowns(!) can be themselves. Here are just a few scenes and smiles from our first pop-up campground at The Culver Steps.

A huge thanks to for providing the stellar camping gear, .pafumi for making Camp Bewilder come to life, and for volunteering their time and energy. They say it takes a village, and it did!

Want to join our next campout? Sign up for our newsletter at the link in our bio 💜

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14/09/2022

Camping is coming to The Culver Steps! Spend an afternoon exploring our pop-up campground designed for children between the ages of 5 and 12.

Here’s what to expect: 

1. Buy a ticket and bring your family to the upper plaza at The Culver Steps.

2. If you're one of the first 35 ticket holders, you'll receive a MiiR camp mug, Sea to Summit camp pillow, camp bowl, and sleeping bag liner. You'll also be entered into a gear giveaway to win $1000+ worth of Decathlon USA car camping gear, which includes:
* A 4-person family camping tent
* Two adult sleeping bags and two kids sleeping bags
* A full-size air mattress and air pump

3. Once you're checked-in, explore our magical campground with six unique campsites. Each tent features games, snacks, and activities to inspire your next camping trip.

4. Get a taste of camping with the family in the heart of LA 🏕

One ticket covers the entire family. Hit the link in our bio toreserve your spot!

22/08/2022

Backpacking in Big Sur is in the books! We brought home several bug bites, but our beginner backpacking trip was fun, memorable, and made possible by .

Check out our full itinerary at the link in our bio so you can plan your own 🏕 trip!

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