What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:"My kid wears these for everything—from weekend hikes to backyard missions. They shed water on muddy trails, the waistband fits great without pinching, and those big cargo pockets? Total win for collecting rocks and snacks."The Tech Trail Utility Pant is built for young adventurers who don’t mind a little mud, rain, or scrambling around outside. Designed with Columbia’s Omni-SHIELD™ water-repellent tech, these pants help keep moisture and dirt at bay whether he’s trekking through tall grass or stomping through puddles. The lightweight fabric stretches with movement, and the elastic waist with a drawcord keeps them comfy from sun-up to sundown. Plenty of trail-smart features make these pants a favorite among kids who love exploring. Hook-and-loop cargo pockets stash treasures, snap hems adjust to fit over boots, and drainage holes help them dry out faster after creek crossings. Wherever the day leads, the Tech Trail Utility Pant is up for it.