My Mountain Wild

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Outdoor Adventure Easter Basket For Kids

Easter baskets seem to get a little more difficult to put together as children get older. And definitely more expensive!...
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Baby’s First Easter Basket

I just love putting together Easter baskets. It is my favorite way to gift things, after all. Baskets just seem...
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Learning To Build Shelters and Fires With Kids

If you are interested in learning to build shelters and fires with kids in the wilderness and how to start...
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How To Throw An Epic Nerf War Birthday Party

For my son's 9th birthday, his only request was chocolate cake and an epic Nerf battle with his friends. Since...
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Colonial America History Pockets For Kids

Wednesday's is our history day and I have come to really look forward to this day! We took our time...
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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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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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DIY Chicken Coop Sign

Last Summer my amazing and talented hubby built me a chicken coop! I had been wanting to have a backyard flock for years and my dreams came true! I am finally getting around to decorating the coop this Spring and adding little fun details. I decided to make a sign to start, and thought I would share ...

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