Hiking

This summer, we had my family reunion in one of the most beautiful locations around, Yellowstone National Park. We had a fabulous time visiting with family, watching wildlife and standing beside the ever-impressive geysers as they erupted. Everything we saw inspired awe. It is a magical area of wilderness, mostly …

As a native Nevadan (fourth generation), I grew up exploring our mountains and the beautiful jewel of water we are so lucky to have in our back yard, Lake Tahoe. My earliest, fondest memories are of swimming in that freezing water, building sand castles, burying my siblings in the sand …

Nature deficit disorder is a term from Richard Louv’s book “Last Child in the Woods,” describing child behavioral problems when alienated from nature. This is a growing body of research that directly links our association with nature to our health and well-being. For example, children who are frequently outdoors are …

Summer is road-trip season, and the state’s tourism agency, TravelNevada, has put together six routes in Nevada to help Nevadans get to know their own state.  Did you know: The nationwide average for in-state travel (meaning residents traveling within their state) is roughly 51 percent. In Nevada, it’s closer to …

  It’s time for our summer edition full of free and frugal activity ideas for the summer of 2016!  Use some (or all) of these 40 ideas to fill your summer with fun activities and events without breaking the bank! 1.  Free Kids Bowling.  It’s back!  The Kids Bowl Free …

One of my family’s favorite fall activities is falling (pun intended) later in the season this year, which means there’s still time to check it out with your family! Every October we look forward to the salmon spawning at Taylor Creek (South Lake Tahoe). The red-hued fish wriggle and jump …

As our family started talking about our annual Fourth of July pilgrimage to visit my in-laws in the Bay Area, all I could think about was how much work it would be and how tired I was.  I truly did not want to go. Around the same time, my daughter …

The Reno area is surrounded by some of the most beautiful hiking trails in the West… yes, a large claim, and one I’ll stand by. Just consider the 165 miles of the Tahoe Rim Trail - those alone put this area in a class of its own. I love a …

It’s almost summer time!  Anyone else excited?!?!?  I love that our regular homeschool routine gets a little shake-up in the summer months.  As a (mostly) stay at home, homeschooling mom, our budget can be a bit limited sometimes.  I’m always on the look out for free and frugal activities to …

With spring upon us, it is time to dust off the old sneakers and get outside again with the kiddos.  There are lots of great adventures locally that are perfect for 2-4yr olds.  Below I’d like to outline some tips and my favorite spots. The first question you may have, …