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7 Day Family and Budget Friendly Cruise to Mexico
Let me start by saying: we’re not cruise people. Our ideal vacation usually involves avoiding crowds and exploring local gems... so...

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Apr 2714 min read


Traveling to Bend, Oregon with kids
Experience the enchantment of Bend, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of central Oregon along the Deschutes River. Although we've visited...

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Jun 21, 20247 min read


Guerneville Forest Cabin Escape
Want to get away in Northern California but don't want to travel far to experience that? The Raven Haus Cabin in Guernerville is THAT...

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Dec 9, 20232 min read


San Simeon, California - A Perfect Coastal Escape
Where do I start? This town is SO gorgeous from crystal clear waters, beautiful forests, hiking and an amazing place to spot wildlife!...

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Sep 21, 20233 min read


7 Day Pacific Northwest Road Trip
The last time we did a family camper-van roadtrip was back in 2015 through Utah and Arizona. Our daughters were 3 and 1 and it easily...

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Jun 18, 202310 min read


Want to try Glamping? Look no further
Have you been wanting to go Camping but nervous at the idea of just diving into the outdoors with no prior experience or anyone to go...

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Jun 3, 20233 min read


Beginner Camping guide!
With camping season just around the corner lets dive into all the basics you need to be ready for an epic spring and summer camping...

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Apr 5, 20234 min read


Gear guide for kids for Winter/Cold Hikes
During Covid we sold/donated all of our stuff to travel the states while my husband worked on the road. Our first destination of many was...

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Mar 30, 20234 min read


What you need to know on your spring hikes!
Spring is here and that means kids exploring in all the flowers and tall grasses! Here's what to keep an eye out for to have a little...

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Mar 30, 20233 min read


Wildflowers to know on your Bay Area Hikes this Spring!
Spring is here, and the flowers are already starting to bloom in the Bay Area. I can tell you from the looks of it, it's going to be one...

Adventure mamaof3
Mar 26, 20233 min read


Happy Ramadan! Now, how can I still get outdoors and stay active with my kids?
What is Ramadan? Ramadan is the ninth and holiest month of the Islamic calendar, and it is observed by Muslims worldwide as a period of...

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Mar 24, 20234 min read


My Favorite outdoor Apps!
All Trails: Website | iOS app | Google Play I love this app for so many reasons, but the most important one is that it helps me find...

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Mar 21, 20233 min read


Where to look for Newts in Southern California!
The California newt (Taricha torosa) is the largest native salamander found in the Santa Monica mountains. It is endemic to California...

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Mar 11, 20233 min read


Stormy California Weather Brings Snow! Lets go Play!
Mt. Diablo is a prominent peak in the San Francisco Bay Area of California. Located in Contra Costa County, it rises to an elevation of...

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Mar 11, 20234 min read


How to plan for a day hike with kids!
A common question I get is, how do you get out the door with all three kids and handle them all on a day hike? Well, it's actually all...

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Mar 10, 20233 min read


California Newts and When to Catch them Mating!
A little late with these posts but there is still a small window to catch these little guys mating before they head back into the hills!...

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Mar 7, 20232 min read


Winter Hibernating Ladybugs and Where to see them
If you haven't seen my daughter's video about winter-hibernating ladybugs, which will give you some background information about...

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Mar 7, 20232 min read


My Father
When I was pregnant with my first daughter in 2011, my father suffered a stroke just a few months before my due date. It was a hard time,...

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Mar 5, 20233 min read


Family / Toddler Friendly Beginner Hike in Alameda County
This has been a long time coming! As most of you know, I've had my Instagram page for quite a while now, and I've started this blog many...

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Mar 3, 20234 min read


Hey There! Welcome to My Blog
Let's start from the very beginning... A very good place to start... I want to get outside! I want to hike with my kids and family! I...

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Mar 1, 20233 min read


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