My Mountain Wild

a montana motherhood & lifestyle blog

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Get Your Kids Motivated to Get Outside This Winter With Think Outside Box

This Winter we have not spent as much time outside because we are still getting into the rhythm of having...
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Pine Resin + Calendula Hand Salve

The first time I read about the wonderful benefits and uses of pine resin, I was surprised that I had...
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The Best Outdoor Subscription Box For Kids

With Winter quickly approaching, we tend to spend more time inside. Though I love some quiet and cozy time indoors...
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Moss and Lichen Nature Study For Kids

Last week I got to chat to the kids in my Wild+free group about moss and lichens. I am far...
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Our homeschool Daily & Weekly Rhythm + 3rd Grade Curriculum

Can you believe we are already in October? Most homeschooling families have started lessons for this school year already and...
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Howdy Baby Subscription Box

Howdy Baby Box is a fun new subscription box created by Three Yellow Starfish — a family owned kids clothing...
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How To Properly Dress Your Child For Winter In Montana

When I was a child growing up in rural northern Illinois, I LOVED playing in the snow but was always miserably cold. For living in a place so bitter cold, I really was never taught how to properly dress for snow.I had old snow pants with a hole in them, a Bulls coat, and boots that weren't really ...

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2020 Holiday Gift Guide For the Little Explorer

Here is our round-up of some of our favorite brands and products that promote play, imagination, and getting outside to go on an adventure. Most of these gift ideas are on my son's own Christmas wish list or products we have and love. I have gathered a good variety of items at different price ...

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Kid’s Summer Camping Checklist

Now that my son is getting older, we have started asking him to pack his own backpack for what he will need for camping! This has been an easy way for us to start only bringing what we really need. If he has to carry his own supplies and gear, he won't be over-packing! Over the years we have been ...

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A Huckleberry Storytime

It's huckleberry season in northwest Montana!! These tiny treasured wild berries are only found at higher elevations and are kind of like a really sweet blueberry. They are HUGE with locals and tourists alike. You can make just about anything with huckleberries... syrups, muffins and pies, ...

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DIY Beeswax Food Wraps

I was first introduced to the amazing reusable beeswax food wraps at a craft fair about 8 or 9 years ago and have been hooked ever since. I cut down on waste, money, and I have to say they look rather cute! They replace single-use plastic wrap or foil and are a really cute gift, too! But over the ...

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Father’s Day Gift Guide 2020

Father's Day is Sunday June 21st! Looking for some gift ideas for the Dads (and father figures) in your life? I put together a father's day gift guide 2020! Shopping isn't always easy, especially if your Dad or hubby has a particular personality or interest. This list is full of ideas for every type ...

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