Join us as we explore creative Easter traditions, community events, and practical tips for celebrating Easter with kids. From egg hunts to unique activities like helicopter egg drops, discover fun ways to make this holiday memorable.

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Discover how to turn outdoor adventures into educational and fun activities for kids by exploring animal tracks, prints, and signs in nature. In this episode, Jes, Jen, and Pam share practical tips, favorite tools, and their own stories about engaging children in nature tracking, fostering curiosity, safety awareness, and appreciation for wildlife.

Main Topics:

How to introduce kids to animal tracking and sign identification

Essential gear and resources for tracking with children

Creative ways to involve kids in planning outdoor explorations

Recognizing animal tracks, poop, and signs in different environments

Safety considerations and respecting wildlife habitats

In this episode:

Jes recounts finding a fresh cougar print in the snow and discusses how shape and size help identify animals

Tips for casual tracking: using guides, waterproof books, and simple tools like rulers and plaster for molds

Fun stories about discovering deer, bear, and bird prints, and tracking behaviors such as rubbing antlers or chewed bark

Teaching kids to notice clues beyond footprints, including organ signs, nests, and feeding remains

Engaging children in choosing routes, spotting animals, and understanding animal behavior through investigative questions

Safety tips for recognizing cougar and bear signs, and avoiding wildlife conflicts

Creative activities: making plaster casts, using magnifying glasses, and incorporating snacks and planning for longer adventures

Recommendations for kid-friendly tracking guides and where to find them

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction: spotting cougar tracks in snow

01:13 - Welcome and episode overview

02:12 - Tracking in different environments: snow, sand, dirt

02:39 - Favorite animal tracks found: dogs, deer, cougar

04:23 - Recognizing and investigating animal signs beyond footprints

05:36 - Differences between tracks: cats vs. dogs, paws, pads

06:07 - Personal favorite tracks: cougar print story

07:11 - Wildlife signs in snow and how to observe them

08:25 - Big animal prints: bear paws

08:52 - Identifying bird swoop remains and feather signs

09:20 - Tracking considerations in winter vs. summer

09:57 - Incorporating tracking into nature routines pre-children

10:07 - Tools and guides: waterproof field guides and rulers

14:07 - Bringing plaster for footprints and creating molds

16:36 - Planning outdoor activities: involving kids in route and goal-setting

24:22 - Teaching kids to notice and interpret animal signs and behavior

25:16 - Understanding animal poops: anatomy and identification

28:01 - Recognizing fresh versus old evidence of wildlife presence

29:50 - Fun facts: bird pellets and regurgitated remains

31:36 - Encouraging kids’ curiosity: books and resources for animal tracks

32:17 - Creative ways for children to participate in planning adventures

34:13 - Making animal tracking an investigative and educational activity

36:11 - Final thoughts: get outside, explore, learn, and stay safe

Join the Adventure: Start exploring animal signs today—notice footprints, shapes, and clues around you and bring your kids along for the learning journey. Capture your finds and share your stories with friends or online communities to inspire others to connect with nature.

In this comprehensive interview, we share our insights on safe ice fishing practices, gear essentials, and tips for fishing with kids. Discover how to enjoy winter outdoor adventures responsibly and make the most of the season with your family.

Welcome back to Season 2 of the Outdoor Mama Podcast.

In this episode, Jes, Jen, and Pam share their 2026 adventure goals, from trail hikes to family camping, and outdoor activities with kids. Whether you're planning a summer of exploration or thinking about new outdoor experiences, you'll find practical ideas and inspiring ambitions to make your year memorable.

Unlock the secrets to turning outdoor adventures into unforgettable family memories—no matter your experience level. If you're a parent craving more outdoor fun with your kids but feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, you are in the right place. Discover how three friends—from adventure travel expert to IT mom—are redefining outdoor family life with practical tips and inspiring stories you won’t hear anywhere else.

Jes, Jen, and Pam share how they’ve built their own outdoor village amid busy family lives. Jes, a teacher and snowboard coach for nearly two decades, reveals her favorite ways to keep kids active from kayaking to snowboarding. Jen, an adventure travel consultant with over 11 years of experience, breaks down how to plan personalized outdoor activities that grow with your children. Pam, navigating motherhood in tech, shares her journey from zero outdoor experience to snowboarding, camping, and dirt biking—all while balancing work and family. Together, they demonstrate that you don’t need to be an outdoor expert to create meaningful adventures with your kids.

Perfect for busy parents seeking manageable, impactful ways to get outside, or anyone looking for inspiration to make nature a regular part of family life. Tune in now and start turning outdoor dreams into cherished memories.

Join us to unlock your family’s wild side—because the best adventures are waiting just outside your door.

In this episode of the Outdoor Momma podcast, hosts Jen, Jes, and Pam discuss their favorite winter activities and essential gear for enjoying the outdoors with kids. They share personal experiences and tips on snowboarding, ice fishing, and keeping warm during winter adventures.The conversation also covers the importance of quality gear, such as snow suits and mitts, and the benefits of starting kids young in winter sports.

00:00:58 Introduction to Winter Fun

00:04:06 Favorite Winter Activities

00:17:22 Essential Winter Gear

00:41:17 Snowboarding with Kids

00:41:28 Tips for Winter Adventures

In this episode of the Outdoor Mama podcast, we interview Jen, a travel expert, about winter travel to warm destinations. Jen shares insights on packing essentials, planning and booking tips, dealing with jet lag, and the importance of travel insurance. She also discusses the benefits of going local and shares her biggest travel mishap with a baby.

This episode of the Outdoor Mama Podcast is a comprehensive outdoorsy gift guide. Each host has selected five unique items to discuss in a roundtable format, offering insights and personal experiences with each product. The episode covers a range of gift ideas, from experiences and subscriptions to specific gadgets like the Garmin Inreach Mini.