Lunchboxes For Outdoorsy Kids

Lunchboxes for Outdoorsy Kids I recently found myself in an overwhelming internet search for new lunchboxes for my outdoorsy kids. I was looking for a blog post that would give me honest opinions on lunchboxes that had been tested by real kids. When I didn’t find such a post, I set out to create my … Read more

CM Dude Ranch in Wyoming

Main entrance of CM Ranch

Dude Ranch in Wyoming Outdoor Vacation I have to preface this post with a bit of an understanding that our family doesn’t necessarily go on vacation. We visit family, we do trips, we go camping, but we aren’t ones to go and just rest for a week. I have zero interest in a boat cruise, … Read more

How to Make Your Own Field Guide with Kids!

A homemade paper book with forget-me-nots on the cover sits in some leaves.

How to Make Your Own Field Guide with Kids! Spring in Montana is an event. Our winters are unpredictable as they are long, and there is never any telling if a late snowstorm will come and dump on early spring blooms. So when the wildflowers do come out in full force, we want to make … Read more

Hiking With Baby Gear

Mom hiking with a baby on her back in an Osprey Poco Plus carrier. A small girl in a pink and orange hat stands in front.

Making sure you and your baby have quality gear can make getting outdoors more enjoyable for you both.  This post contains some of our teams favorite hiking with a baby gear items! There were many “cheap” gear purchases I’ve made as a mom for myself and my children only to have to replace them later.  … Read more

Maple Syrup Harvesting

Boy sits by fire at night cooking maple syrup

Maple Syrup Harvesting – Outdoor Parenting With Sweet Results Harvesting maple syrup in early spring is a fun and educational way to make it through the “dog days” of winter.  From toddlers to teens, everyone in the family can be involved. It can be done anywhere maple trees grow and equipment is widely available. You … Read more