The Ultimate Outdoor Family Tent – Directly from the Designer

Our family is growing.  With three children now who are obviously getting bigger by the day, we need room when we are camping.  Most compact and lightweight family tents (made for backpacking), top out at 4.  And it’s a tight 4 at that.  They leave little room for anything but sleeping (and take no account … Read more

LilleBaby COMPLETE Organic Designer + All Seasons Review

LilleBaby COMPLETE Organic Designer, All Seasons Reviews

Reviewed by: Amelia Price (MSRP): $135-$149 Best Use: Day Hiking Where to Buy: Lillebaby Site   Testing Location: Yellowstone National Park and Surrounding Areas Testing Environment: All conditions   I’ve been eyeing the carriers by Lillebaby for a while now, so was excited to have an opportunity to try out two different styles this summer: The … Read more

Gear Round-up: An Outdoorsy Man’s Favorites

Gear Round-up: An Outdoorsy Man's Favorites

To be perfectly honest, this post has been in the works since Father’s Day.  Since it’s now July, I totally failed on that one!  However, there is some great gear that he has been testing that we don’t want to miss out on sharing with you.  And since people don’t JUST get gifts for the … Read more

New Stickers!!! Want one?

New Stickers!!! Want one?

Yes, we would LOVE to have you help us spread the word about Tales of a Mountain Mama!   We simply ask the following: Send us a self addressed, stamped envelope to the address below Please include a $1 donation to cover the sticker(s) Let us know how many you would like (happy to send … Read more

Cooking Around the Campfire with Cast Iron

Cooking Around the Campfire with Cast Iron

Until just last year, I was completely unaware of how great cast iron could possibly be.  I was “one of those people” that was sick of sticking food in my pans (which I now know is due to poor seasoning) and the weight of cast iron.   Confession – when my husband and I got … Read more

Skirts and Dresses for an Outdoor Life

I am one of those gals that will wear skirts (and dresses) almost daily if I can.  As long as I can walk, bike, and play in them, I prefer them to more restrictive pants or capris.  These are my favorite skirts and dresses that enhance my outdoor lifestyle in all seasons. I hope this … Read more