Outdoor Adventure Advent Calendars

Two kids standing around a winter fire.

Tales of a Mountain Mama Outdoor Adventure Advent Calendars For many families like mine December can be a difficult time to get outside. The shorter days combined with all the things to do to prepare for the holidays can leave us feeling like we are too busy for outside activities. Our Outdoor Adventure Advent Calendars … Read more

Best Gifts for Outdoorsy Women 2021

Woman sits on mountain ledge watching a sunrise

Gifts for Outdoorsy Women Lets face it. Gift buying is hard. Gift buying can sometimes be even harder for women with passionate hobbies. It is hard to know what to give someone who doesn’t just want the latest handbag or designer shoes. There is nothing wrong with perfume or shoes, but if the gal you … Read more

Lifehandle review

The lifehandle is laying on the ground. It is a gray strap, similar to a backpack strap, with reflective strips. It has a silicone handle at the bottom, with a fabric loop handle and a carabiner at the end of it.

What is the Lifehandle? The Lifehandle is a versatile sling that allows you to carry gear, equipment, and even kids with a little more ease. It also has a dog leash attachment for hands-free dog walking. I was really excited for the chance to review the Lifehandle because I’ve been dealing with some numbness and … Read more

How to Clean a Hydration Bladder + BōnDry Review

How to Clean a Hydration Bladder Hydration Packs are great for staying hydrated on your adventures, but can be a bit obnoxious when it comes time to maintain them. Getting them clean and dry for storage seems to be the most challenging for me. I am constantly guilty of leaving water in my bladder for … Read more

Epic Gifts for Active Kids 2021

Best gifts for active kids kid jumping on trampoline

Epic Gifts for Active Kids Whatever your child’s school year looks like, there will be big changes ahead for you and your children. You might be attempting to juggle both work and school from home. You might be struggling with curriculum choices, wondering which program will keep your child engaged and learning, or strategizing how … Read more

Best Hiking Gifts for 2021

Family hiking on a trail overlooking the valley

Outdoor Family Hiking Gifts If you’ve got hikers on your gift list this holiday season, we’ve got you covered! Here is the TMM curated list of hiking gifts for every budget, for the entire family – even the dog. Be sure to check out all of our gift guides here! As an Amazon Associate and … Read more