Category: Explore

Comparing GoPro, 360 and Drone Video for Capturing Outdoor Action

There are so many options for outdoor action videos. Should you get a GoPro action camera? A 360 Camera? A Drone? All of these could be good options, depending on what you want to record.

GoPro vs Rylo vs Drone

Mountain Dad and I recently tried out a GoPro HERO5 Black, Insta360 One, and Rylo 360, plus we pulled in drone video tips from some good friends. In this post I’ll share which camera we ultimately decided to purchase for capturing outdoor action video and why. Continue reading “Comparing GoPro, 360 and Drone Video for Capturing Outdoor Action”

Emergency First Aid for Outdoor Winter Activities

If you’re out exploring with your family in snowy conditions, it’s important to be prepared for emergencies. I’m happy to have guest writer Avery Phillips share these important tips for Emergency First Aid for Outdoor Winter Activities. Enjoy!

Emergency First Aid for Outdoor Winter Activities

There’s no such thing as being too cautious when participating in cold-season activities. Nature is unforgiving, especially during the winter months. Emergencies will happen, and adventurers should be familiar with a few basic travel supplies. First aid kits should be packed accordingly, and safety measures must be taken when camping, hunting or spending any amount of extended time in cold, snowy weather. Continue reading “Emergency First Aid for Outdoor Winter Activities”

8 Ways to Make 2018 Your Most Outdoorsy Year Yet

I want to help you make 2018 your most outdoorsy year yet. Why? Because my goal here at Mountain Mom and Tots is to help families explore outdoors!

Make 2018 Your Most Outdoorsy Year Yet

I believe that people need three things to feel comfortable exploring outdoors.

Community, Information and Gear. Continue reading “8 Ways to Make 2018 Your Most Outdoorsy Year Yet”

Choose-Your-Own-Adventure December Challenge

“Let us step into the night and pursue that flighty temptress, adventure.” 
― J.K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Choose-Your-Own Adventure

Do you remember those Choose-Your-Own-Adventure books from elementary school? They had passages like these:

Your dog takes the neighbor’s newspaper and runs off toward the lake. If you follow the dog, turn to page 45. If you run home to get your parents, turn to page 76. Continue reading “Choose-Your-Own-Adventure December Challenge”