Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Woman in canoe with two kids

Mother’s Day is coming soon.  So often the mom’s and important women in our lives spend important days making the day special for everyone around them.  Mother’s Day is a great chance to make the day special for your mom, wife, aunt, grandmother or whomever is special to you.  These are gifts are some of … Read more

Planning a U.S. National Parks Study

A family sits together at the Badlands National Park sign.

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

Citizen Science for Outdoorsy Kids

Citizen science, sometimes called community science or crowd-sourced science, is exactly what it sounds like: scientific research conducted by everyday people. You don’t need a degree or fancy equipment to participate. In fact, many projects are especially well-suited for children, making the most of their natural curiosity and keen observation skills while contributing to real … Read more

Sun and Swim from Title Nine

A woman stands in front of a rock by a lake with a white sun hoodie on.

Title Nine has always been a fan favorite here at TMM. This woman owned company strives to make apparel that women can live their best lives in. Their products are designed to hold up to outdoor mom life and beyond. We have been trying out some of their latest sun and swim products for summer … Read more

Best REI Sale Deals – May Anniversary Sale

Here at Tales of a Mountain Mama, we are fans of REI Co-op. Many of us are members, and that is for good reason! A $30 lifetime membership gets you a lifetime of deals, perks, and annual rewards. Learn more about REI Membership and if its worth if for your family, we think it is! … Read more