The Atlas Helium Trail snowshoes are a great beginner snowshoe for teens and adults looking to explore snowy trails. My teen went through a massive growth spurt, quickly outgrowing his MSR Shift Youth snowshoes and propelling himself into the world of adult snowshoes....
I am no stranger to Mountain Equipment Company's winter gear. I remember my parents flipping through MEC catalogues in the 90s carefully picking out hats, gloves, and winter suits for my siblings and I to wear. I grew up in Prince George, British Columbia where...
The MSR Shift Youth snowshoes are great for kids between the ages 5 to 12 that want to explore snowy trails. If I had to pick a winter activity that is unique, fun, and great for entire family, it would be snowshoeing. Snowshoeing has been underrated by families for a...
I sit in a small alcove of my small log home, my back the dining table which is stretched to its maximum length. Around its scratched wooden surface friends and family have gathered to play games. Their feet tap to tunes and their voices rise above the din of laughter...
The winter solstice marks the shortest day of the year and the official start of winter. In the Northern Hemisphere, the winter solstice typically occurs on or around December 21st. While there are many wonderful ways of celebrate the winter solstice with children,...
Mushrooms are mysterious and marvelous. They aren't plants or animals, but belong to its own kingdom: fungi! There is so mush to learn about mushrooms and this list of mushrooms picture books is a great place to start. Not only are these books are all well written and...
Trees are amazing plants. They convert carbon dioxide into oxygen, reduce airborne pollutants, bring water into soil, provide homes for wildlife, grow food, and prevent erosion. Trees make our planet, our cities and our families healthier and happier! This list of...
Sometimes feeling motivated to get our kids outside can be a challenge. Maybe it's the weather, an illness, a new baby, our schedule, or our mood. During times like this, because it happens to even the outdoorsiest of parents, reach out for support and grab hold of a...
Dyeing Easter eggs using naturally derived dyes is an age old tradition that has recently seen a recent resurgence. There's something satisfying about creating a coulourful cast of eggs from things such as onion skins, purple cabbage, beets, turmeric and tea. While...
I love all things spring and Easter. The celebration of new life, the renewal of heart and home, and the gift of rebirth are invigorating after the long cold winter. As Easter approaches my children and I clean our home top-to-bottom, search for signs of spring...
Mud. Ooey gooey squishy goop that forms when dirt and water mix together. Mud has a magnetic force on children. It beckons them to scoop and slide their way into a magical and messy world of play. Most parents abhor mud. It stick to everything and dries into a hard...
Most women experience moments of worry throughout their pregnancy and after having a baby. It’s very common and quite normal. After all, growing, birthing and caring for a little human is an intense experience that opens the door to a whole host of emotions. However,...
Making pulled molasses taffy for St. Catherine's Day is an old French-Canadian tradition that's fun for the whole family. Growing up I would make these taffies at elementary school on November 25th, the feast of St. Catherine. I loved seeing the brown taffy turn...
Fall has arrived! It's time to enjoy all those wonder-fall autumn changes happing outside. One thing I love about exploring fall with my toddler is that she approaches every autumnal change and experience with so much enthusiasm. Whether it's jumping into a pile of...
Dipping autumn leaves in beeswax has become one of our favourite fall family traditions. It's a simple yet beautiful way to preserve and display the colours of fall. Learn how to preserve your own leaves in melted beeswax in this simple tutorial. Disclaimer: This post...
If you are struggling with managing your toddler's tantrums, I'm here to help. As a mother of four, currently in the toddler phase myself (yet again!), I'm going to share my top tips for navigating through toddler tantrums with confidence and love. Why do toddlers...