Family Winter Play After Dark

A swingset in a snowy backyard at night it lit up with lights

Getting outside at night offers a sense of calm after a busy day with the kiddos. Family winter play after dark can help calm some of the busiest bodies. The dark sky, the quiet street, the freshly fallen snow and the crisp night make for a relaxing breath of fresh air and some time to … Read more

Winter Boots for Toddlers and Babies

Winter boots for toddlers

The magic of winter is even more delightful when your little one takes their first steps in snug, toddler-friendly boots. That’s why we lined up the best winter boots for toddlers – the ones our families use and love. While some winter footwear can be clunky and unwieldy, we’ve curated a selection of the best … Read more

The Best Snow Pants for Curvy Women

Woman at sunrise standing on the side of a mountain with a snowboard on her back wearing Burton bib snow pants.

At Tales of a Mountain Mama, we believe that the outdoors are for everyone. And we recognize, and celebrate, that outdoor mamas come in all shapes and sizes. But finding quality snowpants for curvy body types is really hard! If you’re a curvy mama looking for snowpants, this post is for you.

Best Winter Boots for Kids 2025

Best Winter Boots for Kids

Over the past 12 years we have had SO many kid boots come through this house. Some have been fantastic at keeping our kids’ warm during a cold winter and others have been ones we just didn’t keep around. Winter boots for kids’ feet are a big thing – they are sometimes the difference between … Read more

Outdoor Winter Fun Gifts 2024

At our Labor Day potluck, my friends were bemoaning the end of summer, the shortness of fall, and the coming winter. It’s dark and wet and cold and there’s snow. As a winter sports lover for my entire life, I have a hard time coming around to this point of view. I like the dark … Read more

Best Gifts for the Snowboarder

Snowboard family photo

Let’s be honest – the best gift for the snowboarder in your life is a bluebird powder day. But if you’re not able to deliver that (it’s ok, we get it) this list of Gifts for the Snowboarder will give you the next best ideas for all the snowboarders in your life. All of the … Read more