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

Outdoor Mama Giveaway

We’re so thrilled to offer you the chance to win some amazing prizes from our Outdoor Mama Guide. Hey Mama! You belong outside! Get the 30+ page guide + enter to win some of our favorite gear for mamas. Subscribe We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time. Built with ConvertKit $250 Iksplor gift card … Read more

Camping Lunch Ideas

Camping Lunch Ideas: Tasty and Easy Lunches Lunch while camping can be surprisingly tricky! The active nature of a camping trip means everyone is usually ready for hearty meals, but lunch can also feel like an interruption of those activities. Below are some great lunch options for various types of camping outings. When our family … Read more

Gear for Hiking in the Rain

Once we can motivate ourselves to get out the door, we never regret taking a hike in the rain. Whether it’s to get some shoulder season wiggles out or just a desperate attempt to breathe fresh air in the middle of a rainy Pacific Northwest winter, hiking in the rain is something we have learned … Read more