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Each child is different...
alyssa · November 28, 2011
Here is a little secret...as parents, we have made probably half of the mistakes in the book, and the other half we'll probably encounter in the next 18 years.…
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Useful Outdoor Gifts under $20
alyssa · November 23, 2011
Christmas comes every year and grandparents start asking what to give the kids, and I start wondering what to do after I've given them all my ideas. This year…
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When your kid drags his feet...
alyssa · November 18, 2011
How often do you spend all week coming up with an outdoor adventure plan, spend Friday night packing for it, and spend Saturday morning urging your…
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Momentum Climbing - Sandy, UT
alyssa · November 17, 2011
We moved to Utah nearly a year ago- waltzed into Momentum, cause we didn't know where else to climb, and said, "Where do you sign us up?" Climbing for us is an…
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Are kids climbing shoes really worth it?
alyssa · November 2, 2011
We told our daughter that if she made it to the top of the wall, we'd get her climbing shoes. And so, we very quickly found ourselves trying on shoes. "Are…
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Challenge Buttress, Big Cottonwood Canyon, UT
alyssa · October 24, 2011
Location: 15 Minutes up Big Cottonwood Canyon, across the road from Storm Mountain Picnic Area. Park on the side of the road. Follow trail up the steep…
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The deal with kids climbing harnesses...
alyssa · October 21, 2011
We've gotten a lot of questions regarding kids climbing harnesses. There are two harnesses I would suggest- though I am certain there are many others that are…
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These are the moments...
alyssa · October 10, 2011
that made a summer I will never forget... Antelope Island, UT Anibel (age 4 in photo) climbing at Red Rocks, Salt Lake, UT Peek-a-boo fun! Refreshing Esme at…
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Tips for Getting Your Fearful Kids Climbing
alyssa · September 25, 2011
Here are some tips to help to get your younger, and possibly a bit sheepish, kids climbing and having fun doing it: 1. Fix a rope to their back for lowering.…
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Reservoir Ridge, Big Cottonwood Canyon, UT
alyssa · September 15, 2011
Location: Approximately 3 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Look for Storm Mountain Picnic area, pass it and continue on till the road goes over the river.…
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Destinations
City of Rocks National Reserve, ID
alyssa · September 7, 2011
Location: Southern Idaho. For more specific direction visit the link at the end of the page. Cost: Day use is free! A camping fee for one vehicle and one…
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Storm Mountain Picnic Area- Big Cottonwood Canyon, UT
alyssa · August 16, 2011
Location: Wasatch Range, 2.85 miles up Big Cottonwood Canyon. Park either on the side of road or in the Storm Mountain Picnic area. Cost: $7 day use only, if…
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Parenting
Everyone Find a Buddy!
alyssa · August 5, 2011
My husband and I love climbing. And after our second kid was born we got back into it- but climbed only indoors at the gym. We had written off climbing…
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Outdoor Practicals
The Infamous Johnny Jump-up
alyssa · July 7, 2011
Why describe when an image can speak a thousand words! There are few places our Johnny Jump Up hasn't gone. An excellent entertainer, kid container, keep them…
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