Best Summertime Reads

older kid reading in the grass

Best Summertime Reads to Get the Whole Family Reading We all know it’s important to keep up with reading during the summer. But we also know it’s ideal to read books that capture the essence of summer and the adventures that families are bound to have. You may be looking for new books to add … Read more

Diapering in the Outdoors

Diapering in the outdoors

Diapering in the Outdoors Adventuring outdoors with a baby is a lot of fun for both parents and baby. But if you’ve never done it, you might have some questions. For instance, how do you deal with diapering outdoors? For many parents diapering and all the waste that comes with it, is a big concern … Read more

Camping Gear for Kids

children and teens sit around a campfire in the dark at a campground

Camping Gear for Kids Camping is one of our families’ favorite activities in the summer and fall. We like to go to local state parks, and then plan longer trips to campground further away. We read blogs and articles with our kids and teens about places we haven’t been, and then decide which new spot … Read more

Urban Outdoor Adventures

Urban Outdoor Adventures

How to Find Urban Outdoor Adventures Spending time outside with my family has always been a huge priority to me. We love hiking, biking, swimming and camping in the beautiful parks in our home state of Michigan. When we found out that my husband’s job would have us moving from the suburbs of Detroit to … Read more

Nature School: Why You Should Consider It

A group of preschoolers gather around to listen to a story at a nature-based preschool co-op. They are wearing backpacks and are outdoors in sunny weather.

Nature School: Why You Should Consider It Here at Tales of a Mountain Mama, we know the importance of getting kids outside on a regular basis. There are so many benefits to outdoor play: kids get sunlight at key hours of the day which aids in mood regulation and sleep cycles; being outdoors encourages more … Read more