Hiking Safety for Kids One of the most rewarding aspects of taking children into our wilderness areas is that it allows them to reconnect with their primal roots rather than their Xbox. The natural world lends itself to teaching the value of self sufficiency, environmental stewardship, and it even fosters a deeper appreciation of how … Read more
Since my kids were babies, my husband and I have exposed them extensively to outdoor recreational activities, mainly in the form of hiking and backpacking. Our family vacations often revolve around visiting a national park, to expose our kids to what we wholeheartedly believe are “America’s Best Idea.” Our kids are older now (15, 13 … Read more
Feeling like our long, harsh and drawn-out winter will never end?? Us too. If the amount of snow on the ground is any indication of how long off spring is (and how much mud is under there), we’re bracing ourselves. Surviving the mud season is key to keeping our sanity as we await summer. We … Read more
While we are finally getting more and more sun each day, this time of the year just tends to be TOUGH for people, especially if winter and/or cold isn’t your thing. Team Member, Valerie, and I (Amelia) collaborated to to line up some quick and easy tips for making the most of it (and *gasp* … Read more
Grand Targhee Resort continues to stand out as a top destination location for families, both in the summer and the winter. I am thrilled to finally live close enough to pop over on a regular basis, but highly recommend it for traveling families also. Spoiler – Targhee has totally stollen my heart as a ski … Read more
Here at Tales of a Mountain Mama, we are all about quality outdoor gear for our families….including the four-legged members! We have put together a list of our most-trusted dog packs, jackets, collars, bowls, and other important gear for our hiking dogs. Looking for outdoor dog gifts?? Check out our full post here! As an … Read more