Erin Kirkland’s work as an Alaska travel wizard is centered not on outsides, but on Alaskans themselves. But she doesn’t stop there. She’s got an extra focus on the state’s future stewards: kids. As the founder and author of AK On the Go, she’s also worked on guide books focused on traveling the state with kids.    In this episode Erin weighs in on how playing outside makes us better as people and families, plus advice on traveling the state for residents and visitors.    Things mentioned in the show:    AK On the Go Kesugi Ken Campground  Denali National Park  Glen Alps near Anchorage  Teenagers who don’t wear enough clothes in the winter Alaska State Parks  Alaska Families to Parks Days Beluga Cabin, Bird Creek Campground Turnagain Arm 4-H  Finger Lake Campground, Alaska  Toolbox of camping gear Outdoor Families Magazine and print-offs UnCruise  Kids to Parks Day Becoming an Outdoor Woman  Fairbanks, Alaska Denali Highway  Kachemak Bay Juneau, Alaska  Alaska State Capitol  Glacier Bay, Alaska  Lupin (alpine flower)    Erin’s favorite outdoor gear: A rain jacket -- variety depends on the conditions.   Erin’s most essential outdoor gear:  Teton Sports backpack: https://amzn.to/2wnkwEJ  Find Erin’s website social media   AK On the Go: www.AKontheGO.com AK on the Go Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/akonthego     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akonthego/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/akonthego Books: www.AKontheGO.com/book    ----- Register for our newsletter for a chance to win a free Humans Outside decal: https://humansoutside.com/contact-us/  Don’t forget to follow @HumansOutside on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/humansoutside/ Share your own outdoor life with the hashtag #humansoutside365.   Connect with us on Facebook: https://humansoutside.com/   How are you spending your outdoor time? Leave us a message and we might feature you on our weekly Outdoor Diary episode. Call ‪(360) 362-5317‬.