For all the planning, prep, and experience of adventurous families, sometimes things just go completely awry and turn our best laid plans into misadventures. We can have a great meal plan, but forget all the food. We may have taken the family skiing hundreds of times, and still choose to drag sick kids out despite … Read more
Whether you are planning a visit to one or more National Parks in the U.S. this summer, looking for some fun at-home summer learning options, planning homeschool units, or chasing deep interests for yourself or your children, learning about the National Parks together can be a joy for all ages. This can be as academic … Read more
Just as with so many family adventures, planning, prepping, and organizing food for ski days can feel like a huge task and hurdle, on top of all of the other planning and gear organization that goes along with awesome adventures. While it’s easy to throw together the quickest options as you get out the door … Read more
Hiking with children in the winter can be beautiful. Fresh crisp air, snow sparkling in the sunshine, and no mosquitoes! But it’s not without its share of obstacles. Proper traction for kids can be very helpful for taking on more challenging trails all year long, so here are some of our favorite ice cleats for … Read more
With the holidays fast-approaching, the Tales of a Mountain Mama team is encouraging our fellow outdoorsy mamas to consider what you need or want in order to keep being the awesome, nourished, strong adventure mom that you are. Whether it’s bandaging your wild child’s boo-boos, picking clothing for yourself that holds up to all the … Read more
Adventures are full of energy, challenge, growth and, often, their own flavor of chaos. Whether on all-adult excursions, solo trips, or family adventures, these components are something the adventurous spirit craves and savors. But if you find yourself dreading adventure, feeling constantly irritated or unmanageably overwhelmed by the process, and not in the least bit … Read more