SMART Outdoor Nourishment for the Body, Mind & Soul

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Outdoor Nourishment: Cultivating an Outdoor Life I can’t believe it’s already March. My January and February were rather uneventful- some snow, some sun, some rain and the endless list of farm projects I work on in a very non-linear fashion due to my two farmhands being 3.5 and 1.5 years old. Despite our unconventional approach … Read more

Best Toddler Hiking Boots, Shoes, and Sandals

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Best Toddler Hiking Boots for New Walkers If you are planning on hitting the trails or the slopes this year with a new walker then investing in good well-fitting footwear is a MUST!  Sure kids are happy to run and play in pretty much any shoes or even nothing at all, but if you want … Read more

Winter Ski Skirts

Ski Skirts for Winter Adventures Winter ski skirts (not JUST for skiing) are extremely functional and are one of my favorite pieces of winter gear. They are great for running, nordic skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, skating, and just generally keeping your behind cozy in cold weather. They’re also a great extra layer to have in your … Read more

Singletrack for All: Cosmic Dirt Review

Singletrack for All: Cosmic Dirt Creates Outdoor Apparel for All Kinds of Bodies As a forty-year-old woman whose body has carried and birthed a couple of small humans, I’ve had my fair share of fitting room frustrations. Maybe you can relate? I just got into mountain biking a little over a year ago with the … Read more

Best Olympic National Park Hikes for Families

Bridge leading over river during autumn in Olympic National Park

Best Olympic National Park Hikes with Kids One of the best things about being a military family is getting the opportunity to explore so many different parts of the United States. When we first got orders to Washington State, Olympic National Park was on the top of our “must-see” bucket list. It quickly became my … Read more

Self Care Ideas for Moms

Self Care Ideas for Moms Who Appreciate the Outdoors We talk a lot about kids and families around here, but self care for outdoor moms is extremely important. It might, in fact, be the MOST important. Prioritizing that relationship by focusing on our own needs and desires can be difficult when balancing a thousand competing … Read more