I am officially over the half way point with this Baby. And, really, if I go by my previous history I am far beyond that half way point (my boys were born at 34 and 36 weeks). For a gal who is never very thrilled by being pregnant in general (though the BABY is amazing, … Read more
Please feel free to join in the discussion below as you hike during pregnancy – we want to hear your unique story! “Guess you won’t be hiking as much anymore now that you’re pregnant…” How many times did I hear that when we first told people that our first child was on the way? … Read more
All too often I notice kids not wearing life jackets (also known as “PFDs” = Personal Flotation Devices) in potentially dangerous situations. In an effort to help get kids to wear life jackets, we’ve outlined our best tips below. PFDs should be worn for any play near or on the water and it’s important kids … Read more
**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
Today we welcome Jennifer of Mommy Hiker to the blog. I absolutely love her photography and words – and she has some great thoughts about how our children learn so much from nature! Placing a focus on instilling in our kids the positive pillars that mark a great leader, is a just and noble … Read more
Today we welcome Ken Schmaltz to the blog. He is a dad, a Canadian, an outdoorsmen and a fellow blogger. I have been asking him for months now to share his stories about canoe camping with his kids (just because I think it sounds like great fun and hope to do it with my family … Read more