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.

Easy Sidewalk Chalk Obstacle Course

Easy Sidewalk Chalk Obstacle Course

Making an easy sidewalk chalk obstacle course in your own driveway or street is a great way to get kids outside, creative and moving. We have done this since our kids were young many times, and I love it because as they get older, they can build it themselves. My kids are busy and active … Read more

The Best Camping Gear You Didn’t Know You Needed

The Best Camping Gear You Didn't Know You Needed

Camping season is NOT over, so don’t put away that gear yet.  In fact, some of the best camping happens after the bugs are gone and the crowds have diminished.  Here’s some great products we didn’t want to miss out on telling you about, especially for camping families.  Highly recommended by us! Note: Many of … Read more

Oakiwear Waders for Kids – Keep Kids Exploring!

**This post has been edited to include our thoughts on the neoprene waders from Oakiwear also** One of my very favorite parts of my “job” is the fact that I get to connect with real people who have real dreams that they get to see come to fruitation (after lots of hard work, of course). … Read more

Joovy Cocoon X2 for the Active Family

Just a quick post to direct you to our newest review of the Joovy Cocoon X2.  A fabulous convertible stroller for the family that wants one stroller to do it all…. We also did a review this week for Rainy Pass Repair (keep that gear up and running smoothly so you can get out more!) … Read more

Osprey Syncro 15

Osprey seldom disappoints and this pack is no exception. Made for biking and hiking, it faithfully holds up to the test of comfort (wearing and cooling) and functionality.

*Gear Review* Chariot CTS

I can honestly say that our Chariot was some of the very best money we invested in our children as far as being able to get outside and be active with them.  We recommend them to everyone with children. We bought our Chariot (thanks to help from some awesome baby shower money) back in 2009. … Read more