Best Winter Gear for Kids 2025

If you live in a cold climate, quality winter gear for kids is essential for both safety and comfort. Keeping kids warm and dry makes all the difference. The right layers help them stay outside longer, have more fun, and actually enjoy winter adventures. Our team of outdoorsy mamas has tested a lot of winter … Read more

25 Gifts for a Skiing Family in 2025

Child in red jacket and blue pants on skis with mountains in the background.

Its never to early to start thinking about those gifts for everyone on your list. I’m here to help you find gifts for your favorite skiers. Gifts don’t have to be expensive to be wonderful. These gifts for a skiing family include everything from new clothing to skis to fun and useful accessories. We’ve included … Read more

Akova Gear – Outdoor Gear for Kids and Adults

Children in Akova gear wear skis in snow.

Akova (formerly known as Shred Dog) recently rebranded to offer even better outdoor gear and now also includes gear for adults! ShredDog started out as a company looking to provide high performance ski gear for kids that didn’t come with the high price tag. Akova continues with that philosophy as a direct to consumer brand … Read more

Unforgettable Adventures at Snoqualmie Pass

Discovering Snoqualmie Pass Snoqualmie Pass, located in Washington’s Cascade Range, is a winter wonderland perfect for families looking for adventure and fun. Known for its stunning alpine scenery, Snoqualmie Pass offers a variety of winter recreation activities, from skiing and snowboarding to snowshoeing and cross-country skiing through serene, snow-covered forests. The tubing park and gentle … Read more

How to Keep Feet Warm in Cold Weather

Three pair of snowy boots dangle from a bench.

There is nothing worse than cold feet for adults OR kids to make a winter outdoor adventure go really bad, really fast. While we truly believe investing in great gear for your feet is worth it, there are also some easy tips keep feet warm in cold weather. Keeping kids’ feet warm in the winter … Read more

Staying Connected to Nature in the Winter

Children use binoculars to look under a rock.

As so many of us are experiencing cold and darkness this time of year, the motivation to spend ample time outside just might not be there some days. If big outdoor exploration or adventure is happening less than usual for your family some days (or weeks) this winter, we want to help you stay connected … Read more