9 Tips for Enjoying a Winter with No Snow

Winter With No Snow If your idea of a nostalgic childhood winter consumes you with thoughts of sledding, skiing, snow ball throwing, and building snow forts then enjoying a winter without the magic of snow can be challenging.  Even though my childhood was spent in a wintry, snowy climate, the last 10 years I’ve lived … 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