Last spring, I was asked to compile a list of five “bucket list” hikes in the western states for the Oboz Trail Tales Blog. My first reaction was one of incredulity. The western United States is massive. Choosing just five trails from thirteen states with millions of acres of public lands wasn’t going to be easy. But […]
Family
Old Dogs, New Tricks: Woodward Copper Is Not Just for Kids
“Are you here for a tour?” I was standing at the check in desk at the Barn, Woodward Copper’s indoor training facility at Copper Mountain, Colorado. Holding both my helmet and ski boots, I was pretty sure I didn’t look like I just wanted a tour. Pointing to my husband and two sons, I clarified […]
Sign Up Now for the Outdoor Mom Academy
What is the Outdoor Mom Academy? The Outdoor Mom Academy is an initiative developed by Rebecca Walsh (Hike Like a Woman), Amelia Mayer (Tales of a Mountain Mama) and Susan Strayer (Mountain Mom and Tots). Their goal is to inspire and help moms (and dads) enjoy family outdoor adventure with greater confidence and skill with 6 weeks of […]
Book Review: Unbound by Steph Jagger (Giveaway)
With the end of ski season, comes mixed emotions. Our bodies are battered and tired. Our hips and knees really could use a break, while our ski coats and pants could use a good wash. Still, our souls could ski forever and the temptation to pack up the car and hit the road can take a deep […]
Spring Fun With Kids & Canines At California Sno-Parks
We’re on Spring Break! So today, a guest post from freelance writer, Hilary Smith. California and neighboring Nevada have recently experienced near record-breaking rainfall along with some serious flooding. All this precipitation has brought a ton of snow up to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and lifted the spirits of many snow-goers anticipating an enormous pile of fresh powder just […]