Holiday Highlights
One of my favorite things from this holiday season? My daily hikes and walks with my son. These are from
Tag: parenting
All is Good!
We’re still here, getting out and about as much as we always have. All is good! I’ve simply been preoccupied
Treasures: A Nature Basket
My son collects soooo many sticks, rocks, feathers, nuts, and other cool stuff during our outings that his “treasures” have
Birding: American Kestrel
I’ve been spending a lot of time at home lately with my son, who’s now sick with his third cold
Window: A Room with a View
My son has been home sick for several days. We’ve been looking out the window a lot. Here’s what we’ve
Mamatography: Play in the Redwoods
Photos taken January 4th, 2014 Mather Redwood Grove, UC Botanical Garden at Berkeley *** This post is part of the
The Importance of Outdoor Time: Why I Blog
As I enter 2014, I feel the need to answer the question, “Why do I blog?” When I created “A
Happy Holidays!
Instead of writing about our outdoor activities this month, I’ve been focusing on simply being present to the moment, soaking
It’s cold in California! Now let’s go play outside…
I’ve noticed a funny thing here in California (at least in the Bay Area). When the temperature drops below 60F,
Weekly Photo Challenge: Eerie
Playing at the Exploratorium, San Francisco, November 2nd, 2013 *** WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge: Eerie
Ardenwood Historic Farm: Harvest Festival 2013
Today we attended our favorite festival of the season… the Harvest Festival at Ardenwood Historic Farm. The annual ritual if
Nature Time: Redwood Bike Ride
Fun outing with my Nature Time! playgroup! Redwood Regional Park, Oakland Photos taken October 28th, 2013
Greenopedia: A Source for Practical Ideas, Tips and Advice for Sustainable Living
As someone who’s concerned about the environment and the future health of our world, I try to live in a
San Francisco East Bay: 10 Great Paved Trails for Stroller Walks, Runs and Kid Bike Rides
The San Francisco East Bay has an abundance of paved trails, all excellent for stroller walks, runs and bike rides
Silent Saturday: Chillin’ at the Campsite
Post-Hike Relaxation.. Hike: Mono Pass, Yosemite
Summer Fun: Swimming!
Visiting the Grandparents Photos taken July 7th, 2013
Weekly Photo Challenge: Nostalgic
We visited my parents this weekend, who still live in the home where I was raised. Whenever we visit, my
Solar Cooking Science: Melting Marshmallows
We had a bit of fun on Friday afternoon, melting marshmallows to make s’mores, using the Thames & Kosmos Solar
Weekly Photo Challenge: Companionable
My favorite companions? My husband and son! Hint: If you ever want to have Glacier Point in Yosemite all to
Organic Olallieberry U-Pick: Swanton Berry Farm, Pescadero
In addition to offering an organic strawberry u-pick, Swanton Berry Farms also grows fields of olallieberries and blackberries. During our
Organic Strawberry U-Pick: Swanton Berry Farm, Davenport
Gotta love freshly picked organic strawberries!! And it’s all the more fun when we pick the berries ourselves. Strawberry picking
This Beautiful World Through His Eyes
I often wonder what he’s thinking… *** WordPress Weekly Photo Challenge: The World Through Your Eyes *** You may also
Geology for Kids: Crystal Mining Excavation Kit
My son recently received the 4M Kidz Labs Crystal Mining science kit for his birthday. He LOVES these excavation kits
Silent Saturday: Bliss
Post-Hike Treat, Yosemite Valley Photos taken May 27th, 2013
Fun with Magnets: Geomag
We’ve used some fun magnet science kits in the past, but the way my son likes to play with magnets
It’s That Time! Water Play!
Photo taken May 22nd, 2013 Central Park, San Ramon For more parks in the area with water features, see… Ten
Sibley: A Volcano, A Labyrinth, & Gorgeous Views
Did you know there’s a volcano right here in the San Francisco East Bay? Yep, Round Top, a volcano so
Connecting Kids With Nature: How Grandparents Can Help
Are you a grandparent who would like to help connect your grandchild(ren) with the natural world? Check out these great
Fun! Great American Backyard Campout
The Great American Backyard Campout is coming up on June 22nd, 2013. It’s time to start planning now! What is
Three Classic Backyard Games: Fun For Kids and Adults
It can be tough to find outdoor games that are truly fun for both children and adults. Here are three
