Yes! Bring that Baby (and the rest of them too)!

Yes! Bring that Baby (and the rest of them too)!

Parenthood in general is utterly and completely overwhelming at times. There are seasons and ebbs and flows and highs and lows. Many a time we think that we are just not going to make it through the day, much less do anything but feed the kids, maybe yourselves and keep everyone alive. Though it’s oh … Read more

Taking Babies and Kids Camping

Taking Babies and Kids Camping (Yes, You Can!)

The very idea of taking kids camping is often enough to steer families far far away from the outdoors or campsites in any form. But the realty is that with a little preparation, camping with babies (including newborns) and kids can quickly become some of your very favorite family vacations. Camping with a baby or … Read more

Islabikes Rothan Review

Islabikes Rothan Review

Reviewed by: Amelia Price (MSRP): $199 – $219 Best Use: Day Hiking Where to Buy: Islabikes Website  Testing Location: Montana and Wyoming Testing Environment: All conditions   Balance bikes are THE best investment you can make for an active toddler. The Rothan from Islabikes is a top pick from us for various reasons: -Very lightweight … Read more

Cleary Hedgehog 16″ Bike Review

Cleary Hedgehog 16" Bike Review

This review was updated in 2019. Read the updated review here! Reviewed by: Amelia Price (MSRP): $310 Best Use: Multi-use Where to Buy: Cleary Bikes Website Testing Location: Montana and Wyoming Testing Environment: All conditions The Cleary Hedgehog is a simple (1 speed), yet quality bike built specifically for kids. Available in six different colors, … Read more

I’m a Real Mom Too (Calling My Tribe!)

I'm a Real Mom Too (Calling My Tribe!)

This summer seems to be particularly rough as far as keeping everyone sane….maybe it’s the adjustment of having everyone home again (yea!), maybe it’s the stress of every day life that has been especially taxing due to unexpected tragedy or maybe it’s just that I don’t speak “whinese” and that’s all I hear all most of … Read more

Are we Parenting the Outdoors Out of Our Kids?

Outdoor Parenting

I was watching a group of young kids recently – aged five and younger. And something struck me – they WANTED to be outside. They wanted to run and jump and climb mountains (or at least hills). They didn’t think twice about the weather or the inconvenience of bugs or sun or wind or massive … Read more