It's mud season. But, it's still cold here in Wyoming which makes dressing the kids to stay warm AND dry is a bit tricky. Since the fall, we have been testing out some of the Canada-based Jan & Jul gear (find them on Amazon here) for kids and are happy to report it is perfect for wet, … [Read more...] about Jan & Jul Review
Jan & Jul Review
Exploring National Parks with Teenagers
Since my kids were babies, my husband and I have exposed them extensively to outdoor recreational activities, mainly in the form of hiking and backpacking. Our family vacations often revolve around visiting a national park, to expose our kids to what we wholeheartedly believe are “America’s … [Read more...] about Exploring National Parks with Teenagers
HEC Studio: Woman-owned, adventure-inspired
Meet Sarah Haske, founder of HEC Studio (High Elevation Creations)! Sarah creates unique hats and beanies, hand stitched with love and a focus on FUN. No two hats are the same and use bright swatches of fabric with bold patterns she's found and collected in her world travels! … [Read more...] about HEC Studio: Woman-owned, adventure-inspired
Preserving Wildhood: Learning to let go and let children explore
Our children need to go a little wild. I’m not talking throwing-a-tantrum-in-Target wild. But rather the kind of wildness that comes with pure, unadulterated childhood. Our kids need to have a wildhood, if you will. As parents, we have such a monumental task of teaching, guiding, and directing. … [Read more...] about Preserving Wildhood: Learning to let go and let children explore
Best Balance Bikes for Kids
Getting young kids out on two wheels (with, ahem, no training wheels) is maybe the best gift you can give your toddler. However, there are a zillion balance bikes out on the market and it can be tough to navigate through which one the mini light-of-your-life really needs. Here are our favorites. … [Read more...] about Best Balance Bikes for Kids
ManPlow Sprout Kid Snow Plow Review
We are completely buried in snow. And it's March. And dumping out there. Again. Needless to say, we've been shoveling a lot of snow this winter (and may be doing so into June at this rate!) We (meaning Mtn Papa) also took over the care of the local ice skating rink this winter and, after … [Read more...] about ManPlow Sprout Kid Snow Plow Review