Hi, I'm Lane.

I started Do More Dad because I kept searching for honest answers to questions like "how long can a toddler actually fish before losing it?" and finding either listicles written by nobody, or forum threads from 2011. So I started writing down what we do, what works, and what I'd skip next time.

The goal is simple: raise a kid who would rather be outside than on a screen, and have a good time doing it. That means fishing small water, hiking trails that end at something worth seeing, camping in the backyard before camping anywhere real, and buying gear once instead of three times.

What you'll find here

• Trip reports that tell you what actually happened, including the meltdowns.
• Gear reviews for stuff we've used for a full season or more.
• Fatherhood posts about the in-between parts: patience, routines, and letting him lead.

How this site makes money

Some links here are affiliate links, mostly through Amazon. If you buy something after clicking one, I earn a small commission and you pay the same price. That keeps the lights on without ads all over the page. I never recommend something I wouldn't hand to a friend. The full details are on the disclosure page.

Get in touch

The best way to reach me is through the social links in the footer. I read everything, and I reply when the kid is asleep.