How to Make Your Own Field Guide with Kids! Spring in Montana is an event. Our winters are unpredictable as they are long, and there is never any telling if a late snowstorm will come and dump on early spring blooms. So when the wildflowers do come out in full force, we want to make … Read more
There are plenty of fine things to do on a long car ride with kids. A toy, a snack, a screen (hey, I’m not going to judge!) But vacations are all about connection, and the drive isn’t just a way to get to the fun. A long car ride with kids can be fun too. … Read more
Pocket Knives for Kids and Multi Tools “Best pocket knives for kids” might be the scariest title I’ve ever written. Who would give a knife to a kid? But from an early age, my kids were begging for tools like their dad had. They wanted to dig, saw, cut, and I didn’t want them playing … Read more
22 Fun Stops Between Glacier and Yellowstone If you’re family is one of the thousands who plan on road-tripping between two of our nation’s favorite national parks – Yellowstone and Glacier – you might be wondering how to get a break from the crowds. Because the parks are nothing short of spectacular, most tourist book … Read more
Mental health for moms: How the outdoors can support your mental health If there is one silver lining to come out of this difficult time to be a parent, it’s that we have learned the importance of talking about our mental health. Personally, I deal with anxiety, and during the past two years of pandemic … Read more
Road Trip Hacks for Traveling with Kids Road tripping with kids is not for the faint of heart. Whether you’re driving an hour to check out a new hike, or twelve hours to go visit Grandma, planning ahead will save you hours of stress and struggle on the road. Every year, we take a 12+ … Read more