Our family of five loves to explore the backcountry, especially spending a few nights out under the starry sky. However, overnight backcountry adventures can be challenging with three young kids, especially when they aren’t big enough to carry all their own...
I'm really excited to share that I have an official Backwoods Mama logo! This logo was painted by Alexandra Brooke, a talented artist from the Okanagan Valley, who also happens to be the creative illustrator of Sky and Carey: The Fantastic Fort which I reviewed last...
Spring has officially sprung! For many of us in the Okanagan Valley it's a welcome relief from the long cold winter we've experienced. I love spring. The warm sunshine and colourful blossoms. This season fills my heart with hope and gladness. It also means my birthday...
This winter our family made the switch from Nordic skiing to Alpine skiing. Our hill of choice was Baldy Mountain Resort, a modest ski resort overlooking the South Okanagan Valley. Baldy is a gem of a ski resort. It's the perfect place for families to learn to...
DayPacksThe CamelBak Kid's Mini Mule is what my kids use most often for day hikes. It carries 1.5L of water and has enough room for a couple snacks. The limited room prevents kids from packing unnecessary items which can be challenge with younger children. When...
My parents brought us camping often and my siblings and I have many fond memories of our camping adventures together. So, it has become one of my missions to pass these cherished times on to my children. My husband also did some camping but his family had an...