Winter Unit Study

Child measuring snow depth.

It’s fun to take a break from regular schooling every once in a while. If you are homeschooling, this can be the occasional period where you toss out the curriculum and do a unit study. If you always do unit studies, then here’s another one to throw in the mix. If you don’t homeschool but … Read more

Winter for Outdoor Families

As a team of outdoor families, winter is one of our very favorite times to get outside. But, we also know that it can be a lot more work and intimidating to many. We’ve gathered up our very best tips and tricks to help you get outside and enjoy the season! Looking for winter gear … Read more

25 Gift Ideas for Outdoor Moms 2025

With the holidays fast-approaching, the Tales of a Mountain Mama team is encouraging our fellow outdoorsy mamas to consider what you need or want in order to keep being the awesome, nourished, strong adventure mom that you are. Whether it’s bandaging your wild child’s boo-boos, picking clothing for yourself that holds up to all the … Read more

Balancing Organized Sports and Outdoor Time

My family of seven children loves to spend hours on hiking, camping, backpacking, biking, and other outdoor activities. My five oldest kids also spend about 5-10 hours a week between November and March playing competitive basketball. Balancing organized sports and outdoor time has been a constant challenge for us. As my kids have grown and … Read more

Hiking in Cold Weather with Babies

Your Guide to Hiking in Cold Weather with Babies There’s something different about hiking in cold weather. Yes, it’s cold, and yes, it takes effort to bundle everyone up to get out the door. But it’s also quiet, peaceful, and even a little magical. I love picking out animal tracks in the snow with my … Read more