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Children Safety Around Rocky Mountain Wildlife

July 10, 2017June 29, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Tips to keep kids safe in the outdoors.

Children safety is of the utmost importance anytime you spend time in the Rocky Mountains.  Of course, as a parent you need to strike a balance between being safe and being overly protective. Continue reading →

8 Tips To Make Backpacking With Kids Fun!

May 31, 2017February 22, 2018 / Mark Danenhauer

backpacking with kidsBackpacking with kids can be super fun for families in the Rocky Mountains.  Here are 8 valuable tips that will help you get the most out of your first trip backpacking with kids. Continue reading →

Observe, Look Closely – It Is A Great Way To Learn

April 7, 2017March 21, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
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Look closely right there. Photo via Flickr.

Pay attention and hold still.  The best way to really learn about the natural world is to sit still and observe what is happening. Continue reading →

5 Simple Tips on Rock Identification For Kids

January 15, 2017June 23, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
rock identification

Photo via Flickr.

Rock identification can be difficult for both those new to it and even for experts.  Here are some general tips to help kids and parents identify rocks in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

Do It Now! Get Out In Nature Today!

January 1, 2017December 27, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer
do it now, fireworks, new year

Happy New Year! Now is the time start making your dreams a reality.  Photo via Flickr.

Happy New Years!  Today is the first day of the year, which means there is no time like the present to begin spending time in nature with your family. Continue reading →

7 Winter Activities With Kids – #2 is a Must Do!

December 8, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

Winter is upon us, which means it is time to find some winter activity to keep the family busy.  Here is a list of fun winter activities for families to try in the Rocky Mountains. Continue reading →

Winter’s Must Keep Items In Your Car For Family Fun

November 27, 2016November 15, 2016 / Mark Danenhauer
must keep, subaru, winter

The old subaru ready for winter.

Winter is on the way and it is time to get ready.  Here is a list of things that you must keep in your car during winter in the Rocky Mountains so that your family is always ready for fun in the snow. Continue reading →

7 Tips In Case You Get Lost While Hiking

November 25, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
lost, hiking

Where is the trail?  Photo via Flickr.

You may get lost sometime no matter how much you prepare.  Anyone that spends much time exploring the Rocky Mountains with their family needs to know these tips. Continue reading →

Safely Hold a Fish Like This To Keep It Alive

November 13, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer

spawn, brown trout, fish, safely holdDo you know how to safely hold a fish that you just caught so that you don’t accidentally kill it?  If you  are new to fishing or even an old pro, read this for how you should safely hold the fish. Continue reading →

7 Safe Fish Handling Tips

November 11, 2016September 27, 2017 / Mark Danenhauer
Photo via Flickr.

Photo via Flickr.

Do you know how to follow safe fish handling techniques when you go fishing with your kids in the Rocky Mountains?  Here are a few simple tips to follow to make sure the fish stay alive if you practice catch and release. Continue reading →

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