Anna Kerlee

Anna is a proud Washingtonian living in the Cascade mountain range with her park ranger husband and their four kids 6 and under. Their family is lucky enough to live in a ranger house in a state park and have lots of access to the outdoors year-round.

10 Ways to Beat The Winter Blues

Woman pulling a sled in a winter scene with mountains background

Every year as the amount of daylight dwindles you may feel a shift in your personality.  This is most often referred to as the “Winter Blues” or in the more serious form, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).  SAD is defined by the Mayo Clinic as “a type of depression that’s related to changes in seasons… sapping … Read more

Leggings for Hiking in Cold Weather

Title 9 Cold Killer Pants

The beauty of winter hiking is that it doesn’t require much gear to get out the door, unlike most other winter activities. But when you’re venturing out in the cold, it’s important to wear clothing that will keep you warm and dry. This post outlines our favorite leggings for hiking in cold weather. Layering up … Read more

Best Winter Books for the Family

Two kids and a baby reading winter themed books on the floor at the library

As winter approaches, it’s a wonderful time to embrace the beauty of the outdoors and the unique opportunities it brings.  When outdoor play has finished, there’s nothing quite like warming up while reading a good book. Whether you’re a parent looking for a cozy book to read with your little ones or an avid reader … Read more

The Best Dog Camping Gear

The Best Dog Camping Gear We don’t always bring our dog camping, but when we do, there is some basic dog camping gear that we bring to keep them safe and comfortable. There may be different reasons why you bring your dog camping. Many of us consider our dogs part of the family, so of … Read more

Hiking With Baby Gear

Mom hiking with a baby on her back in an Osprey Poco Plus carrier. A small girl in a pink and orange hat stands in front.

Making sure you and your baby have quality gear can make getting outdoors more enjoyable for you both.  This post contains some of our teams favorite hiking with a baby gear items! There were many “cheap” gear purchases I’ve made as a mom for myself and my children only to have to replace them later.  … Read more

Camping Gear For Toddlers

Camping Gear For Toddlers Why should you go camping with toddlers? It can sound like a crazy idea while you watch your two-year-old throw yet another tantrum because you gave them the wrong colored plate for dinner. Toddlers typically have tantrums because they feel limited or are struggling to communicate. Take them camping where they … Read more