tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25332566225920185472024-02-06T21:30:05.542-08:00Mommy HikerAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.comBlogger183125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-78528152196648329252016-03-25T15:12:00.003-07:002016-03-25T15:12:57.627-07:005 Easy Meals That Transported Us Straight Back to ItalyIt's hard to fathom the idea that it's been more than a year and a half since our family was hiking Cinque Terre and baking bread with the De Blasi family in <a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">Tuscany</a>. Not a month goes by that we aren't reminiscing about our donkey trek or devising a plan to get back to its iconic rolling hills. Until then, we'll have to soothe our Italy desires by the warm hearth of <a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">Italian-inspired cuisine</a>.<br />
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Everyone knows that making a traditional Italian marinara sauce takes hours and hours to perfect, but when you're strapped for time and want to give your family taste without compromising on quality, try <a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce</a>. I love this sauce for so many reasons, and top on that list is, compared to most other jarred pasta sauces, Bertolli Riserva is very <a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">low in sugar</a>, with only four grams of sugar per serving.<br />
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This sauce is made with artisanal ingredients like extra-virgin olive oil, freshly crushed garlic, vine-ripened, freshly crushed tomatoes, and imported Parmigiano-Reggiano. And at $5.99 a jar you can create <a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">exciting dishes</a> to entertain a gathering of any size with even the most discerning of palettes without breaking the bank.<br />
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<li>1 tablespoon minced garlic</li>
<li>2 tablespoons parsley</li>
<li>1 teaspoon thyme</li>
<li>4 pounds live mussels (about 4 dozen), well scrubbed, rinsed, and de-bearded</li>
<li>2 cups dry white wine</li>
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<li>1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper</li>
<li>1/2 teaspoon salt</li>
<li>2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley leaves</li>
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Remember that an open mussel that closes when pressed is good; if the mussel stays open after being pressed, it is bad and should be discarded. In a deeppot, melt the butter over medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic, and cook, stirring, until the onions are soft, about 1 minute. Add the wine, Bertolli Risvera Marinara pasta sauce, thyme, parsley, pepper, and salt and bring to a boil. Add the mussels, cover and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until the mussels are opened, 5 to 6 minutes.
Remove from the heat and discard any mussels that have not opened. Transfer the mussels and their liquid to a large, deep serving bowl and devour with fresh French bread.
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<li>2 tablespoons olive oil</li>
<li>1 medium red onion, chopped</li>
<li>2 medium carrots, peeled and diced</li>
<li>1 large celery stalk, diced</li>
<li>1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary, or 1/4 teaspoon dried</li>
<li>Coarse salt and ground pepper</li>
<li>1 jar Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce</li>
<li>1 medium potato, peeled and diced</li>
<li>1/4 head Savoy or green cabbage (1/2 pound), cored and thinly sliced</li>
<li>1 can (15 ounces) cannellini beans, rinsed and drained</li>
<li>1/2 pound green beans, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces</li>
<li>3 garlic clove, minced</li>
<li>1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil, plus torn leaves for serving (optional)</li>
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In a large pot, heat oil over medium. Add onion, garlic, carrots, celery, rosemary, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to turn golden, 5 to 8 minutes. Add Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce; cook until some of the liquid evaporates, 1 minute. Add potato, cabbage, cannellini beans, and 7 cups water; bring to a boil. Stir in green beans. Reduce to a simmer, and cook until all the vegetables are tender, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Serve sprinkled with basil and Parmesan.
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<li>1 tablespoon good olive oil</li>
<li>3 cups chopped brown onions</li>
<li>1 tablespoon ground mustard</li>
<li>1 tablespoon oregano</li>
<li>2 teaspoons kosher salt</li>
<li>1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper</li>
<li>3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce</li>
<li>1 cup Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce</li>
<li>2 pounds ground chuck (81 percent lean)</li>
<li>1 cup dry Italian bread crumbs</li>
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Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F.
Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan. Add the onions, garlic, salt, and pepper and cook over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 10 minutes, until the onions are translucent but not brown. Off the heat, add the Worcestershire sauce and Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce. Allow to cool slightly.
In a large bowl, combine the ground chuck, onion mixture, bread crumbs, and eggs, and mix lightly with a fork. Don't mash or the meat loaf will be dense. Shape the mixture into a rectangular loaf in a baking dish. Bake for 1 to 1 1/4 hours, until the internal temperature is 160 degrees F and the meat loaf is cooked through. Serve hot.
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<a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">Vodka Penne</a></h1>
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<li>2 tablespoon unsalted butter</li>
<li>1/2 brown onion, chopped</li>
<li>2 cloves garlic, minced</li>
<li>1 cup vodka</li>
<li>1 cup heavy cream</li>
<li>1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese</li>
<li>2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped</li>
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook as the label directs. Reserve 1/4 cup starchy cooking water, then drain the pasta.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and stir in the vodka, Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce and salt to taste. Return the skillet to medium heat and simmer, stirring often, until the alcohol cooks off, about 10 minutes. Stir in the heavy cream and simmer on very low heat until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes. Stir in the parmesan and basil.
Add the pasta to the sauce and toss to combine, adding some of the reserved cooking water to loosen, if needed. Season with salt. Serve topped with more Parmesan and basil.
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<a href="https://ooh.li/8704589" target="_blank">Eggplant Rolls with Ricotta</a></h1>
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<li>6 small Japanese eggplants (about 1 3/4 pounds), cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch thick slices</li>
<li>Salt and pepper</li>
<li>4 large eggs</li>
<li>3/4 cup store-bought pesto</li>
<li>2 1/2 cups bread crumbs</li>
<li>6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil</li>
<li>3/4 cup ricotta cheese</li>
<li>1/3 cup grated pecorino-romano cheese</li>
<li>1 cup Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce</li>
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
Season the eggplant with salt and pepper. In a wide, shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs and 4 tablespoons pesto. Pour the bread crumbs onto a large plate. Dip each eggplant slice into the egg mixture, then coat with the bread crumbs.
In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook the eggplant until golden, 2 minutes on each side, using the remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil. Transfer the eggplant to a paper-towel-lined baking sheet.
In a small bowl, combine the ricotta and 3 tablespoons pecorino-romano; season with salt and pepper. Spread 1 tablespoon of the remaining pesto on each eggplant slice and top with about 2 tablespoons of the cheese mixture. Roll up each slice. Bake until the eggplant is tender when pierced with a toothpick, about 10 minutes.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, bring the Bertolli Riserva Marinara pasta sauce to a simmer. Serve the roll-ups with the sauce and remaining pecorino.
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Located 45 minutes north of Los Angeles, just off the 101 freeway, the <a href="http://conejo.com/" target="_blank">Conejo Valley</a> is a splendid outdoor playground, virtually undiscovered by its cosmopolitan neighbors. The gateway to the Santa Monica Mountains Recreational Center, the area originally settled by the Chumash people spans both southeastern Ventura County and northwestern Los Angeles County and offers a wide variety of opportunities to get outdoors with the family.</div>
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Given its close proximity and easy accessibility, the Conejo Valley makes for the perfect date night, day trip or weekend getaway, and its thriving craft beer and wine scene is an added bonus when looking to balance outdoor play with nightlife merriment. The rural beauty of this area is hidden in plain sight, boasting more than 500 miles of hiking and biking trails making it a unique destination that is friendly for the entire family.</div>
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Here are just a few ways you and your family can get off-the-beaten path and explore the hidden gems the Conejo Valley has to offer.</div>
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Take the Ventura Freeway (U.S. 101) to Kanan Road exit. Head south on Kanan for 0.5 miles. Turn left on Cornell Way and veer to the right. Continue south for 2.5 miles. The entrance is on right side of the road. </div>
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<b><u><i>Grasslands Hike - Malibu Creek State Park</i></u></b></div>
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<li>Distance: 0.75 miles </li>
<li>Elevation Gain: 105 feet</li>
<li>Open to: Hiking, Biking, Equestrian</li>
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27000 Mulholland Highway, Agoura Hills, CA 91301</div>
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From Highway 101, take the Las Virgenes Road exit and go south for 3.1 miles to Mulholland Highway. Take a right on Mulholland Highway and almost immediately, look for the Grasslands Trail on the left.</div>
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<li>Elevation Gain: 900 feet</li>
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<li>Elevation change: 260 feet</li>
<li>Open to: Hiking, Biking</li>
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928 W Avenida De Los Arboles, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360</div>
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<b><u><i>Pedego 101 Electric Bike Tour</i></u></b><br />
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Biking is a great way to explore a new city, allowing you the ability to cover a ton of ground, and connect with your surroundings without being confined to the interior of a car. Electric bikes give you more flexibility to discover farther distances even if you're with young kids or grandparents.</div>
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During our time in the Conejo Valley we hooked up with <a href="https://www.pedegoelectricbikes.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Pedego 101</a>, who offers a full fleet of electric bikes with a variety of models that fit all shapes and sizes. They were so knowledgeable and welcoming, after our 13-mile bike ride across picturesque bridges and through tree-lined canyon roads, we felt as if we had gained a family.<br />
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Pedego 101<br />
2859 Agoura Road Westlake Village, CA 91361<br />
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Nestled in the gentle, rolling hills of its word-famous namesake, <a href="http://www.themalibucafe.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malibu Cafe</a> is a cornerstone of coastal, rustic living. Eat decadent corn and lobster chowder, listen to down-home live music and lounge under the canopy of centuries-old California oak trees tastefully decorated with elegant chandeliers.</div>
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Malibu Cafe is as kid-friendly as it gets with 100% outdoor seating and plethora of fun kid games such as jumbo Jenga and air hokey set up on the lawn for all to enjoy. The biggest challenge you might have to face at this laid back ranch-style restaurant is leaving. </div>
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The Malibu Cafe</div>
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327 Latigo Canyon Road Malibu, CA 90265</div>
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<b><u><i>Tavern 101 Grill & Tap House</i></u></b><br />
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Some of the most interesting and unique cider this year is coming out of a dark corner in an unassuming industrial park in the Conejo Valley. A budding pioneer of the craft beer industry, Mark McTavish and the rest of his talented <a href="http://www.101cider.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">101 Cider House</a> team are self-proclaimed cider evangelists.<br />
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Sourced locally, their product is raw, made with natural ingredients and 100% fresh pressed juices. the end result is vibrant and daring and sure to knock your socks off.<br />
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101 Cider House<br />
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<b><u><i>Sunland Vintage Winery</i></u></b><br />
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Michael and Debby Giovinazzo are making old school hip again with their throw-back vintages that conjure up thoughts of Old Italy and its robust yet delicate wines. Their award-winning <a href="http://www.sunlandvintagewinery.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Sunland Vintage</a> label tickles the palate and their bright and cheery tasting room will have you coming back for more.<br />
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Sunland Vintage Winery<br />
Tasting Room Hours: Thursdays & Fridays 6pm - 9pm, Saturdays 1pm - 6pm, Sundays 1pm - 5pm<br />
1321 E Thousand Oaks Blvd. #108 Thousand Oaks, CA 91362<br />
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A quick one hour jaunt south down the 405 freeway from Los Angeles, the sophisticated coastal town of <a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Newport Beach, California</a> offers more than you think. With miles and miles of scenic <a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hiking</a>, <a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">biking</a>, <a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">surfing</a>, over <a href="https://ooh.li/d56a172" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">400 local restaurants</a>, and a laid back <a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nightlife</a>, its intoxicating charm will have you coming back for more.<br />
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<a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve and Ecological Reserve</b></a></div>
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One of the largest coastal wetlands in southern California, offering 1,000 acres of open space, the <a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Upper Newport Bay Nature Preserve and Ecological Reserve</a> is a mecca for birders, hikers, runners, bikers and picnickers. Classified as a "critical estuary," its preservation is crucial to providing a safe haven for nearly 200 species of birds, and foraging, spawning and nursery habitat for numerous species of fish, such as halibut, croaker, white sea bass and barred sand bass. </div>
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For breathtaking bluff-top trails, head over to the northwest side of the bay. If it's jogging or a brisk walk you're looking for, Back Bay Drive is a multi-use road that stretches 3 miles northwards along the east side of the Bay from the Back Bay Science Center at Shellmaker Road to Vista Point on the corner of Eastbluff Drive.</div>
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Avid cyclists can enjoy a 10-mile bike loop around the Bay which starts at Jamboree at San Diego Creek, and the more ambitious adventure seekers can tackle the 22-mile Mountains to Sea Trail, which runs from Weir Canyon north of Irvine Regional Park joins the Back Bay Loop at Jamboree Road and continues through to Shellmaker Road.</div>
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<a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Crystal Cove Beach and El Moro</b></a></div>
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Divided into three beach areas, Reef Point, Pelican Point and Los Trancos, Crystal Cove Beach boasts 1,140 acres of majestic underwater beauty for snorkelers and scuba divers and white sand beaches for sunbathers to frolic. If water and sand isn't quite what you're looking for, head to El Moro Canyon located at the southernmost edge of the beach to explore 18 miles of pristine hiking, biking and horse trails.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Four More Great Winter Activities in Newport Beach</a></b></span></div>
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<b><a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">1. Surfing Lessons at Blackies</a></b></div>
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On the northside of the Newport Pier is a special swath of sand called Blackies, known for its slower breaks it is the perfect spot for kids who are itching to get their toes wet in the sport of surfing.</div>
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Join over a million delight-filled viewers at the 107th Newport Beach Christmas Boat Parade, the nation’s longest running lighted holiday boat parade, for five jam-packed nights on December 16-20, 2015.</div>
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December through April is prime grey whale watching season and Newport Beach is ranked as one of the top destinations to witness these magnificent creatures make their way down to the warmer breeding grounds of Mexico.</div>
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<b><a href="https://ooh.li/2ac97b3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">4. Stand Up Paddleboarding</a></b></div>
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From full moon paddles, to SUP movie nights, and sunset outings, take advantage of the gorgeous year round sunshine Newport Beach has to offer by taking the whole family out on a stand up paddleboard adventure.</div>
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This is one of the most versatile and flavorful side dishes to hit the frozen veggie aisle in a long time. Use it to make a wide array of delicious recipes from corn salsa to corn chowder, vegetarian sliders or completely on its own, <a href="https://ooh.li/3476b5c" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Birds Eye Flavor Full BBQ Corn</a> is the perfect <b><i>bold </i></b>accompaniment to any beautiful Thanksgiving Day spread. Simplify your holiday shopping by using the Birds Eye <a href="https://ooh.li/a8ccf01" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">product locator</a>.</div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-66272551754165003492015-11-19T07:44:00.000-08:002015-11-19T07:44:00.728-08:00Show Us What You're Thankful For and You Could Win BIG!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><u>Enter to win the #ThankfulForFamilies #OutdoorFamilies giveaway! </u></b></span></div>
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color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">@adventuretykes</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://instagram.com/natureforkids/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">@natureforkids</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><a href="https://instagram.com/currentlywandering/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; 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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">**PLEASE note prizes have various shipping capabilities which are described below**</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.boppy.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Slipcovered Boppy Pillow and Nursing Cover (US Only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.robeez.com/country.asp" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair of Robeez shoes (US Only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://us.blundstone.com/adult-boots/series" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair of Blundstone boots (US, CAD & Int'l)</span></a></div>
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<a href="https://cooperandkid.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Cooper & Kid kit (US Only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.tetonsports.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Four Person Tent From Teton Sports (Lower 48)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.mymayu.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair of MyMayu boots - (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="https://www.honesttea.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 product from Honest Tea kid’s line</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="http://www.industrialrev.com/yaylabs/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Ice Cream Ball from YayLabs</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, AND </span><a href="https://hylands.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bumps & Bruises from Hylands Health</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US Only)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.aventuraclothing.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 top from Aventura Clothing (up to $99)</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> AND </span><a href="http://www.aventuraclothing.com/shop/mens" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Ecoths shirt</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US Only)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.granitegear.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Eagle Pack from Granite Gear</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> AND </span><a href="http://ucogear.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 A-45 Comfort Fit Headlamp from UCO</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US Only)</span></div>
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<a href="http://opticnerve.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 pairs of polarized sunglasses from Optic Nerve </span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US Only)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.trektheparks.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Trekking the National Parks board game (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.us.woombikes.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 WOOM1 balance bike by Woombikes USA (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.us.woombikes.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Pair Woom Kid’s Biking Gloves by Woombikes USA (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.veyokids.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair of mittens from Veyo Kids (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://actionwipes.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Gift basket from Action Wipes</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US and Canada)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.ollieandstellaoutfitters.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Ducksday product of winner's choice from Ollie + Stella Outfitters (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.stonzwear.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair of Winter Bootz from Stonz Wear (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://axelproject.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Strider bike from The Axel Project (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.stormykromer.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Cabin Blanket worth $99 from Stormy Kromer (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.terramarsports.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 adult & 2 child technical base layer sets from Terramar Sports (US and Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.staticclimbing.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 kid’s climbing bag from Static Climbing</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US and Canada)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.deuter.com/US/us/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Fox 30 kid pack from Deuter (US only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://tubbssnowshoes.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 pairs of (blue) FLEX JR snowshoes from Tubbs (US only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.motorolasolutions.com/en_us/products/two-way-radios/consumer-two-way-radios/talkabout--t460.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Talkabout T460 two-way radio set from Motorola (US only) </span></a></div>
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<a href="http://hillsound.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair Armadillo LT Gaiters by Hillsound Equipment (US only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.haikubags.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 "To Go Convertible" Bag by Haiku Bags (US only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.activekidsclub.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Family pack of 10 safety reflectors & 4 reflective slap wraps from Activekidsclub.com (US & Canada)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.beachfrontbabywraps.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Wrap or Ringsling Carrier from Beachfront Baby</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.chasquimom.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 National Parks Pass from Chasqui Mom (US Only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.stoneweardesigns.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Haze Hoody by Stonewear</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US Only)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.tomtom.com/en_us/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">TomTom GO 500/600</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US only)</span></div>
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<a href="http://stubbystrip.com.au/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">2 Stubby Strip Coolers</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> & </span><a href="http://velobling.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 pair Velo Bling earrings</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> (US and Canada)</span></div>
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<a href="http://www.keenfootwear.com/en-ca/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 Pair of Boots from Keen (Canada Only)</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://us.daiyafoods.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">1 $50 Product & Coupons Basket to Daiya Foods (Canada & US)</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">*Make sure you check out all of these great blogs!*</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Adventure Tykes:</span><a href="http://www.adventuretykes.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> http://www.AdventureTykes.com</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Adventures in Parenthood Project: </span><a href="http://www.adventurousparents.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.AdventurousParents.com</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nature For Kids: </span><a href="http://www.natureforkids.net/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.NatureForKids.net</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Chasqui Mom: </span><a href="http://www.chasquimom.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.ChasquiMom.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Outdoor Families Magazine: </span><a href="http://www.outdoorfamiliesonline.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.OutdoorFamiliesOnline.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Currently Wandering: </span><a href="http://www.currentlywandering.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.CurrentlyWandering.com</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Mommy Hiker: </span><a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.MommyHiker.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rockies Family Adventures: </span><a href="http://www.rockiesfamilyadventures.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.RockiesFamilyAdventures.com</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #3b5998; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Kid Project: </span><a href="http://www.kidproject.org/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.KidProject.org</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rockieschick’s Adventures: </span><a href="http://www.rockies-chick.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.Rockies-Chick.com</span></a></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: decimal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.7142857142857142; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Play Outside Guide: </span><a href="http://www.playoutsideguide.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.PlayOutsideGuide.com</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Moosefish: </span><a href="http://www.moosefish.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.Moosefish.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #141823; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tales of a Mountain Mama: </span><a href="http://www.talesofamountainmama.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.TalesOfaMountainMama.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pedal Adventures: </span><a href="http://www.pedaladventures.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.PedalAdventures.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Val In Real Life: </span><a href="http://www.valinreallife.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.ValInRealLife.com</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Colorado Mountain Mom: </span><a href="http://www.coloradomountainmom.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.ColoradoMountainMom.com</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Adventure Awaits: </span><a href="http://www.adventureawaits.ca/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.AdventureAwaits.ca</span></a></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mountain Mom and Tots: </span><a href="http://www.mountainmomandtots.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">http://www.MountainMomAndTots.com</span></a></div>
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-79694417873631482422015-10-06T15:58:00.004-07:002015-10-06T21:55:59.227-07:00The Importance of "Talk. Read. Sing." in the Outdoors and Stimulating Young Brains<div style="text-align: justify;">
On a crisp, Fall day in Los Angeles, the Mommy Hiker group sets out for a 2 mile loop hike, a half dozen toddlers donning their best play clothes. Wearing backpacks stuffed with books, crayons and enough snacks to feed an army, they navigated creek crossings, collected rocks and sang their favorite songs at the top of their lungs. At first glance, this outing may not seem significant, but these budding nature lovers are crystallizing crucial brain development they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.</div>
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<a href="https://ooh.li/672c1a8" target="_blank">New research</a> shows us that by the age of 5, our child’s brain will have grown to 90% of its adult size. But even earlier than that, by age 3, it’s already reached 82% of its size. These compelling statistics help us to understand the importance of activating our child's brain functions through talking, reading and singing from birth and beyond.</div>
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Voters in California took this information to heart and in 1998 approved an <a href="https://ooh.li/672c1a8" target="_blank">initiative</a> that aims to improve the lives of young children and their families to ensure support and optimize early childhood development. Known as the California Children and Families Act (Proposition 10), <a href="https://ooh.li/672c1a8" target="_blank">First 5 California</a> oversees the expenditure of tobacco tax revenues to implement coordinated programs that emphasize child health, parent education, child care, and other services to ensure California’s children receive the best possible start in life and thrive.</div>
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The First 5 California fundamentals of early learning are as easy as <a href="https://ooh.li/672c1a8" target="_blank">Talk, Read, Sing</a>! These three basic principles for human interaction and brain stimulation can be applied to all sorts of activities, but consistency is key. Through supportive, positive relationship, repetitive, hands-on learning <a href="https://ooh.li/672c1a8" target="_blank">activities</a> and exposure to interactive language can have dramatic impacts on a child's success in school and even carries through in to adulthood.</div>
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Here are a few incredibly simple ways to usher the next generation into a flourishing and nourishing life.</div>
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Building blocks offer a wide variety of learning opportunities for little senses and has been found to be fundamental for instilling later cognitive success. An incredibly versatile learning tool, building blocks teach the basics of gravity, texture and colors and also hold the power to teach advance concepts like balance, spatial use and even self confidence.</div>
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Music has a powerful effect on our emotions. From classical to jazz, rock to country, some scholars assert that the ability to make music is as much a basic life skill as walking or talking and therefore equally as important. Musical activities also help with developing fine and gross motor skills, rhythm, and listening and visual tracking skills.</div>
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For even more free activities including PDF downloads of the Harry Potter books and a plethora of resources from healthy recipes to how to stimulate your child's imagination and encourage a life-long love for discovery and exploration, visit the <a href="https://ooh.li/672c1a8" target="_blank">First 5 California website</a>. There is an entire <a href="https://ooh.li/de5aee1" target="_blank">section</a> dedicated to free, easy and accessible ways to <a href="https://ooh.li/de5aee1" target="_blank">engage</a> with your kids. Learn how to <a href="https://ooh.li/de5aee1" target="_blank">establish a routine</a> for early education which will set them up with the necessary tools for success that they will carry with them for the rest of their lives.</div>
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Ryan Devlin, co-founder of This Bar Saves Lives set out to create a company that infuses philanthropy into everyday items to help save lives around the world. Devlin shares, “We believe in creating high-quality, healthy and delicious food for people here that gives back to others around the world, which is why for every box you buy, we send life-saving food to a child in need. We eat together.”<br />
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh47UdfDO370tgqI0RJ_KNE5zeHDVweDZUD2DGgfbevglL6d9MjS3KEmLFqXt4wfSzyOGje211Y23ytgXqAnmAdrGSXYG3lDGT9x7UOOko3imLwAaPlgjrs14C-vxuvR5wMgGJPTmOIFynr/s1600/tkslblog2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh47UdfDO370tgqI0RJ_KNE5zeHDVweDZUD2DGgfbevglL6d9MjS3KEmLFqXt4wfSzyOGje211Y23ytgXqAnmAdrGSXYG3lDGT9x7UOOko3imLwAaPlgjrs14C-vxuvR5wMgGJPTmOIFynr/s200/tkslblog2.jpg" width="121" /></a>The founders of This Bar Saves Lives, Kristen Bell, Ryan Devlin, Todd Grinnell, and Ravi Patel started the company after witnessing the devastating affects of child malnutrition while traveling in Liberia. At the same time, they were inspired by the amazing impact that Plumpy’Nut and other therapeutic foods were making on the crisis. So they committed to creating a product that consumers would love and that would also help to save precious lives.<br />
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Their gourmet bars include 14 essential vitamins and minerals, is nut and gluten free and non-GMO with fair trade ingredients from the best farms around. We're talking wild blueberries from Maine, bee-friendly almonds from California, and organic honey from Wisconsin. Tasty, balanced, and made with care right here in America. And for each bar sold, they deliver a packet of Plumpy’Nut, a high-energy therapeutic food developed for the treatment of severe acute malnutrition.<br />
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Co-founder, Kristen Bell says "It's a perfect way to introduce to your child the idea of sharing and the concept of giving back." We couldn't agree more. As parents and as participant citizens of this great, big, beautiful world, we know it is our duty to impart to our kids the value of helping and caring for those who may need a little (or a lot of) support. We are mirrors for our children. They watch our every move, evaluate our every intention and discern every decision, so why not show them a mirror of love, sharing and laughter.<br />
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This Kid Saves Lives snack bars are available exclusively in select Target stores nationwide the first week of June and online at <a href="http://www.thisbarsaveslives.com/">www.thisbarsaveslives.com</a> shortly thereafter. This Kid Saves Lives snack bars retail in boxes of five for $4.99 per box beginning June 8, 2015. Find the store nearest you with their <a href="http://www.thisbarsaveslives.com/apps/store-locator" target="_blank">store locator</a> and save a kid's life!<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-37285918156445934512015-06-14T22:28:00.002-07:002015-06-14T22:29:30.755-07:00Super Cool Art Makes Creating Super Easy (and Fun) For All Ages + Giveaway<div style="text-align: justify;">
Let's face it. Crafting with kids is a crap shoot. Oftentimes it takes mom twice as long to set up the table for an art project than it takes crafty kid to get bored of said project and move on to something entirely different, leaving you to spend another 30 minutes cleaning up. Fun? Yeah, not so much.</div>
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I don't necessarily think of our family as a crafty one, but there always seems to be a paint brush or ten laying out to dry on any given day. One of the main challenges our family faces is storage. Between camping gear, backpacking gear, photography gear and our home office, we are constantly on the hunt for space, so as you can imagine, buying art supplies and crafting supplies and glues and glitter and, and, and... just isn't feasible (and boy does all that stuff start to add up)!</div>
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Last year we came across a super cool idea and decided to give it a try. <a href="http://www.supercoolart.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Super Cool Art</a> is an all-inclusive, self-contained art studio, bundled up into one pretty flat, easy to store box. Founded in 2012, their passion and their goal is to consistently create exceptional, inspirational, educational products that foster creativity and they've done just that!</div>
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A large percentage of the materials included in each kit are biodegradable and earth friendly. In addition, Super Cool Art tries to keep their carbon footprint low by sourcing close to home. 90% of the products used are Made in the USA and they are vigorously working towards that becoming 100%.</div>
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The number one mission of its founder is to inspire by providing fun and simple creative outlets for kids and their parents to easily express their creative side. The educational components provided in each kit allow parents to begin teaching important concepts such as color theory, scale and composition.</div>
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This is not a fly by night company. It blossomed out of a desire to cultivate and nurture little artists-to-be. So, you ask, what's in the kit?</div>
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The "<b><i>complete kit"</i></b> includes everything you could possibly need to get your child painting.<br />
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<li>5 pack of 4oz non-toxic Primary Color Tempera Paints</li>
<li>(1) pack of 10 artist quality paint brushes</li>
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Our four year old squealed the first time she laid eyes on her bright yellow fairy stencils. We were both astonished as we kept pulling item after item out of the seemingly bottomless box of goodies. She figured out the stencils immediately, but had a hard time keeping it from sliding. I taped the stencil's corners to the paper she was drawing on, then taped the paper to the small plastic tarp on the floor and she was good to go.</div>
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Over a decade ago, we discovered <a href="https://ooh.li/bb8ca51" target="_blank"><b>Mountain High Yoghurt</b></a> and have been loyal fans ever since. Not only is it rich and creamy, it is one of those brands still making yogurt the traditional European way; mixing milk and cultures together. It is simply yoghurt with none of the fillers, gelatin or any of that other silly stuff, made from cows that are happy and hormone free.<br />
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The benefits of yoghurt are multi-faceted, full of nutrients and half the calories of other similar foods, it can be easily substituted for high fat foods like sour cream and mayonnaise without sacrificing flavor. In addition to being full of protein and high in important minerals like magnesium and potassium, yoghurt is loaded with friendly bacteria called probiotics.<br />
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6 Cups of Whole Plain <b><a href="https://ooh.li/bb8ca51" target="_blank">Mountain High Yogurt</a> </b></div>
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In our house, we usually prefer it on the thicker side, but feel free to add more water, in very small increments, to get it to the consistency that works for you. This dish is also delicious with finely chopped mint or dill, a drizzle of olive oil or served as a side dish with any yummy protein!<br />
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1LB Whole Grain Pasta</div>
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In Southern California, we have so much to be thankful for. Wide open spaces surround us, but the hustle and bustle of life can easily get in the way. Thanks to the <a href="http://parktrust.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">National Park Trust</a>, they are inspiring families all over the US to get outside and get exploring.<br />
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Start by making the Kids to Parks <a href="http://parktrust.org/youthprograms/national-kids-to-parks-day" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">pledge</a> to get outside May 16, 2015, alongside 287,827 other families. In doing so, you will be automatically entered for a chance to win their GRAND prize, a Nikon COOLPIX L830 camera and a boatload of other prizes guaranteed to help you have fun outdoors, so round up the kids, slap on the sunscreen and get OUTSIDE!<br />
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To find a Southern California participating park near you, check out the National Park Trust park <a href="http://parktrust.org/youthprograms/national-kids-to-parks-day" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">events page</a>. There you can search by local community to find the closest park or the coolest park. There is also a great <a href="http://parktrust.org/youthprograms/buddy-bison/resources" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">family resources</a> section full of free cool stuff for kids like activity guides, an adventure book, inspirational stories and awesome tips for families who are not so well-versed in the great outdoors.<br />
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Check out these awesome Kids to Parks Day events in Southern California:<br />
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<b><i>Channel Islands Tidepool Talk (Ventura)</i></b><br />
May 16, 2015<br />
11 am - 11:30 am & 3 pm - 3:30 pm<br />
Channel Islands National Park, 1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001, USA<br />
Phone: 805-658-5730<br />
Website: http://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/event-details.htm?eventID=347557-307230<br />
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<b><i>Story Time with A Ranger (Joshua Tree) </i></b><br />
May 16, 2015<br />
2:00 pm - 2:30 pm<br />
6554 Park Boulevard, Joshua Tree, CA 92252, USA<br />
Email: lorna_shuman@nps.gov<br />
Phone: 760-367-5521<br />
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<b><i>Little Planet, Big Journey at Jumbo Rock Campground Amphitheater (Joshua Tree)</i></b><br />
Joshua Tree National Park, National Park Road, Twentynine Palms, CA 92277, USA<br />
May 16, 2015<br />
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm<br />
Email: lorna_shuman@nps.gov<br />
Phone: 760-367-5521<br />
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<b><i>Cabrillo Critters That Creep Crawl and Slither (San Diego) </i></b><br />
1800 Cabrillo Memorial Drive, San Diego, CA 92106, USA<br />
May 16, 2015<br />
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm<br />
Email: Amanda_gossard@nps.gov<br />
Phone: 619 557 5450 ex 4589<br />
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<b><i>"Ready, Set, Wear It!" Life Jacket World Record Day (Oceanside) </i></b><br />
May 16, 2015<br />
All Day Event<br />
1950 N Harbor Drive, Oceanside, California 92054<br />
Email: suzycoop@gmail.com<br />
Website: http://www.readysetwearit.com<br />
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<b><i>Be Outside - Kids to Parks at El Dorado Regional Park (Long Beach)</i></b><br />
May 16, 2015<br />
9 am - 1 pm<br />
7550 East Spring Street, Long Beach, CA 90815, USA<br />
Email: letthembelittle1@gmail.com<br />
Phone: 310-918-7730<br />
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Need some more ideas? Here are fifteen! Now go outside and enjoy!<br />
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<a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2013/04/3-places-to-explore-with-kids-while.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fern Dell - Griffith Park</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2013/07/caves-and-creeks-and-conductors-oh-my.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Malibu Creek State Park</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2014/05/discovering-hidden-trails-of-trippet.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Toganga Canyon State Park </a><br />
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<a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2013/10/hiking-eaton-canyon-active-kids-paradise.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Eaton Canyon</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2013/03/exploring-monrovia-canyon-falls.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Monrovia Falls</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.nps.gov/samo/planyourvisit/circlexranch.htm" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Grotto @ Circle X Ranch</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2013/04/3-places-to-explore-with-kids-while.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Bronson Caves</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.lamountains.com/parks.asp?parkid=15" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Fryman Canyon Trail</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.nps.gov/samo/planyourvisit/upload/SolsticeCanyon-8-09.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Solstice Canyon Trail</a><br />
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I first discovered the tiny, scenic fishing villages of Cinque Terre, Italy nearly 20 years ago. A fellow traveler had thrown out a fascinating new term of “agriturismo” on the still-young internet, and, intrigued, I began researching its roots. Virtually scanning Tuscany’s rolling hills and vineyards, I was led to a magical place where craggy mountains greeted rolling seas, and Cinque Terre soared to the top of my bucket list. A quick jaunt from the French border, this region, known as Liguria, is sandwiched between relatively low, rolling hills of the Piedmont and an expansive, emerald sea where dramatic mountains crash boldly down to the warm Mediterranean waters. I became transfixed, perhaps even obsessed, with pictures of meandering passages, cozy coves and spirited locals. To read the full article, go to <a href="http://www.outdoorfamiliesonline.com/italy-with-kids-hiking-cinque-terre/" target="_blank">Outdoor Families Magazine</a>!<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-30349514769897221102015-02-10T09:13:00.000-08:002015-02-10T09:13:40.891-08:00Truly Tuscany: A farm-to-table family adventure from Outdoor Families Magazine<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999;">FINALLY the Tuscan leg of our epic Italian adventure has been published and I can't wait for you to read it!! </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Driving south from Milan’s Malpensa Airport, husband at the helm, our little rental car wound through the lush green of Italy’s interior, allowing us a view of every quaint hamlet, ancient mountain tunnel, and roadside espresso stand. This first leg of our inaugural Italian road trip, around 250 miles, would eventually deposit us in the Chianti region deep in the heart of Tuscany, but at the moment it was all about staring at scenery. Spellbound, we observed a heavy mist as it slowly evaporated to reveal the trademark pencil-thin cypress trees we had been romantically imagining for 20 years. As our daughter sang along to the Mamma Mia soundtrack on repeat in the CD player, my husband and I grinned knowingly at each other, finally smack-dab in the middle of our dream. To read the full article, go to <a href="http://www.outdoorfamiliesonline.com/truly-tuscany-farm-table-family-adventure/" target="_blank">Outdoor Families Magazine</a>!</span><div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-62600380872062059732015-01-10T21:38:00.000-08:002015-01-10T21:46:04.803-08:00Outdoor Families Magazine: Helping families across the globe fall in love with the Great Outdoors<div style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: inherit;">It is no secret that I have been pretty absent from you all, my beloved Mommy and Daddy Hikers! I certainly didn't expect it to happen, but about 11 months ago life took off on a completely different trajectory and I, being the heart-follower that I am, went for it! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Not only have I been busy developing and executive producing a pretty awesome new television series, but more importantly to you guys, I have been busting my butt working on a project that probably would have never entered into my life had I not started this blog. So it is with the greatest pride and excitement that I <span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> announce to you, my loyal readers, the launch of my newest baby! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;"><span style="vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To commemorate our inaugural issue January 15, 2015, Outdoor Families Magazine will also launch the </span></span><span style="text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;"><a href="http://www.outdoorfamiliesonline.com/photocontest/" target="_blank">“Great Family Adventure” Photo Contest</a>, </span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">inviting families from around the world to show off their awesome family adventures pictures! At the end of the two week contest, we'll be presenting o</span><span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify; white-space: pre-wrap;">ne lucky family with a two-night stay and three adventure-packed days on southern California’s Central Coast in the city of Oxnard, gateway to the Channel Islands National Park and Marine Sanctuary. </span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">In addition, our finalists will </span>receive<span style="font-family: inherit;"> cool prizes from ten other awesome outdoor retailers including Hi-Tec footwear and Sierra Trading Post.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;">When I got into this crazy blogging world I never, in a million years, would have expected it to lead me where I am today; a member of </span><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 18.2000007629395px;">The North American Travel Journalists Association, founder of a magazine, part of an absolutely incredible community of people. Throughout my wee three years, the one thing I noticed blatantly missing was</span></span><span style="font-family: inherit; white-space: pre-wrap;"> a lack of relatable content available to families who simply want motivation and inspiration to get outdoors with their kids. I was dumbfounded by it actually and it is our hope that this magazine will fill that void. There are a lot of us out there, families who choose to go off-the-beaten-path, with our kids right beside us, along for the adventure. In the rapidly-growing market of outdoor family adventure we intend to thoughtfully lead the movement. I hope you'll join us for the ride!</span><br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-3731685976238337082014-12-18T11:29:00.001-08:002015-01-11T14:42:56.696-08:00How to Camp with Kids and Not Lose Your Mind<div style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">
Picture this, a warm cup of cocoa next to a babbling brook, smore-covered, smiling faces glowing in the light of a campfire, adventure-packed days exploring every type of flora and fauna Mother Nature has to offer. At least that’s how euphoric camping with kids sounds, in your mind. </div>
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Now let’s bring it back to reality. Even for the most seasoned adult campers, throwing kids in to the mix takes camping to an entirely different level. As nature-loving parents, we know how important it is to get our kids out and in to the great outdoors as much as possible, so here are a few camping tips and tricks to keep organized and, most importantly have fun, so no one has to lose their mind. </div>
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<span style="font-size: 13px;">This one little tip just might change your life forever. In our family, we are big on <a href="http://www.mommyhiker.com/2013/06/operation-camping-checklist-check.html" target="_blank">bins</a> to organize camping gear. There is one for kitchen supplies, one for pantry items and one smashed full of our kid’s favorite toys. Although it may seem counter-intuitive, given you’re out in the middle nature with so much to explore and discover, but kids still get bored. Consider, also keeping this bin off limits when you’re not sleeping under the stars. It will make it all the more appealing when your little one finally gets to unpack it from the crammed car.</span><br />
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<i><a href="http://www.tetonsports.com/adventureblog/how-to-camp-with-kids-and-not-lose-your-mind/" target="_blank">Read the FULL article at Teton Sports!</a></i></div>
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-38973178785720297542014-07-30T17:29:00.003-07:002015-01-07T11:31:02.750-08:00[Gear Review] The LifeStraw® by Vestergaard + Giveaway <div style="text-align: justify;">
Next year, our family's number one bucket list item is a family backpacking trip. We had a backpacking trip planned this past May, but for various reasons, we had to put it off. I think it was for the best considering we are still doing research and budgeting to buy the essentials that we'll need like a smaller backpacking tent and more compact sleeping bags and mats.</div>
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One must-have on any backpacking trip is water. You can never have enough of it, especially with little ones embarking on long hikes, but water is heavy! Water bladders can contribute to over half of the weight you have to carry for a family of three to stay hydrated and let's face it, the more you can lighten your load, the better! That's why when Vestergaard contacted me requesting a review of their product, <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QF3TW4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006QF3TW4&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=4XMDC7MQSOK4YOBZ" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The LifeStraw®</a> I jumped at it!</div>
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We have researched tons of filtration systems. We took into consideration that we almost always prefer treks, hikes and camps that are on some sort of waterway and that is why <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QF3TW4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006QF3TW4&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=4XMDC7MQSOK4YOBZ" target="_blank">The LifeStraw®</a> seemed like the best choice for our needs!</div>
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But, there's another, more important reason why I love this product so much, it's Vestergaard's global humanitarian efforts. Each consumer purchase of LifeStraw® products provides one school child in Africa with clean water for an entire school year. Let me repeat that: EACH consumer purchase of <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QF3TW4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006QF3TW4&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=4XMDC7MQSOK4YOBZ" target="_blank">LifeStraw®</a> products provides one school child in Africa with clean water for an ENTIRE school YEAR. WOW! If there were more companies out there doing what Vestergaard is doing, the world would indeed be a better place!</div>
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QF3TW4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006QF3TW4&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=4XMDC7MQSOK4YOBZ" target="_blank">LifeStraw®</a> is an award-winning point-of-use portable water filter that transforms microbiologically contaminated water into safe, clean drinking water. It is ideal for a variety of users outside of the home, from hikers and campers to people displaced by natural disasters. </div>
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<li>Lightweight--only 56 grams (or 2 ounces) </li>
<li>Uses hollow fibre microfiltration technology </li>
<li>Purifies a minimum of 1000 litres (264 gallons) of water </li>
<li>Removes virtually all bacteria (99.9999 percent) and protozoan parasites (99.9 percent) that can contaminate water, including giardia </li>
<li>Reduces turbidity (muddiness) by filtering particulate matter larger than 0.2 microns </li>
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<li>Doesn’t require electrical power, batteries or replacement parts–it’s powered by user-generated suction</li>
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Anyone who can use a drinking straw can use a <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006QF3TW4/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006QF3TW4&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=4XMDC7MQSOK4YOBZ" target="_blank">LifeStraw®</a>. Simply draw the unfiltered water through the LifeStraw®, blow air back through the straw to flush and clear it after drinking.<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20.762075424194336px;">We just got back from our EPIC Family Camping Adventure in Yosemite National Park (more on that soon!). Knowing that we would be spending five glorious nights sleeping under the stars and six marvelous days exploring Mother Nature, we took this opportunity</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20.762075424194336px;"> to take a closer look at a few really cool products. </span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 20.762075424194336px;">Dorcy have marketed Flashlight products for over 55 years. All Dorcy products are manufactured to strict quality controlled specifications and are produced from proprietary tooling. They use their own bulbs and Dorcy Mastercell batteries to ensure freshness and product quality consistency, so as you can imagine, we were pretty excited to get our hands on these!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: inherit; line-height: 20.762075424194336px;">The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C8CTS60/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00C8CTS60&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=R25NHX7DT2YQBLHE" target="_blank">160 Lumen 4D Twin Globe LED Lantern</a> is the first battery operated lantern to approximate the illumination characteristics of traditional gas / mantel lanterns. This lantern’s design allows it to radiate 360° of light with 160 Lumens of light output. The durable body construction allows this lantern to float and makes it completely waterproof with an IPX7 rating. The Twin Globe Lantern contains two brightness settings, for high and low settings, and an amber night light. The highest LED settings allows for 175 hours of continuous use, the lowest giving 350 hours, and the amber LED allows for 700 hour of continuous use. The lantern is topped off with a sturdy handle featuring a pop-out hanger hook allowing for hands free use. The <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00C8CTS60/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00C8CTS60&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=R25NHX7DT2YQBLHE" target="_blank">160 Lumen 4D Twin Globe LED Lantern</a> requires 4 D cell batteries to operate (not included).</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="line-height: 20.762075424194336px; text-align: start;">The Dorcy International’s new <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R9U0ILA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00R9U0ILA&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=PB3PI3EWLTIXYXXT" target="_blank">Zoom Focus flashlights</a> are state of the art. Zoom Focus technology enables the user to adjust the beam/focus of the light from a tightly focused spot with maximum reach all the way out to an extremely wide area flood light with perfectly even edge to edge light distribution. All this is made possible by Dorcy’s Patented TIR optical technology. The Total Internal Reflectance optical system uses a patented acrylic lens that is so efficient almost 100% of the light produced is projected onto your target with incredible precision. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="line-height: 20.762075424194336px; text-align: start;">The patented TIR focusing lens is made from optical grade acrylic that is nearly 100% transparent and gives the light a clean and precise beam projection unlike any flashlight you have seen before. All Zoom Focus lights are sealed with rubber o-rings to protect against dust and moisture and are rated IPX6 for water resistance. </span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="line-height: 20.762075424194336px; text-align: start;">The focusing system is operated on a sealed gasket mechanism that is smooth and precise. Moving the bezel forward or back to adjust the beam will feel like the operating a precision machine which is what it is. The patented TIR optical lens provides maximum beam concentration when focused in the spot mode. With a reach of over 400 feet this incredible flashlight will satisfy the most demanding user. When focused to the wide flood mode the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R9U0ILA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00R9U0ILA&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=PB3PI3EWLTIXYXXT" target="_blank">Dorcy Zoom Focus flashlight</a> will create an incredible circle of light more than 30 feet in diameter at 15 feet from the target. In addition the patented TIR optical system ensures even light dispersion providing edge to edge illumination with no dark spots or glare. Made from premium anodized Aluminum they are incredibly tough. Zoom Focus lights use patented TIR optics to provide industry leading optical efficiency. This means nearly 100% of all the light produced gets out onto your target. Outfitted with the very latest LED technology from CREE these amazing flashlights produce more light output than the competition.</span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="line-height: 20.762075424194336px;"><b>Our Thoughts:</b> This was one of our daughter's favorite toys on the the trip! She used it incessantly! She dropped it repeatedly, left it on continuously, zoomed the beam in, then out, then in again and out, over and over and over again. She used it to catch bugs, inspect spiders and explore the peaceful dusk-time campground roads. This <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R9U0ILA/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00R9U0ILA&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=PB3PI3EWLTIXYXXT" target="_blank">flashlight</a>'s powerful beam of light is shocking given its compact size, easily fitting into those handy interior tent gear pockets and small dirt-covered hands alike.</span></span></div>
<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-44162207911379037922014-06-20T22:18:00.000-07:002014-06-20T22:53:51.932-07:00[Food Series] 3 Detoxifying and Anti-Inflammatory Homemade Juices<div style="text-align: justify;">
For years now, I witnessed the debilitating pain that inflammation can cause a body. I have a close family member who has been dealing with the <span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">painful issues associated with osteoarthritis</span></span> and I am always trying new ways to keep their symptoms at bay. I truly believe that diet assists 99.9% of our health and well being, as well as regular physical activity and I am hoping, if you are dealing with any inflammatory dis-ease, these simple and delicious juices might just give you a bit of relief! Enjoy!</div>
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1 Apple<br />
4 Asparagus<br />
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<br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-82465048626774058172014-06-16T00:00:00.000-07:002014-06-16T11:19:05.481-07:004 Reasons Why I Have to Go Back to Costa Rica<div style="text-align: justify;">
Four years ago my husband and I reluctantly stepped back on US soil, with the echo of howler monkeys still ringing in our ears, the heavy dew of the rain forest still kissing our sun-soaked skin and our hearts full of every single happy, soulful person we met on our 2 week road trip across Costa Rica. The initial concept of a Costa Rican trip sprung from my brother, as a picture perfect locale to propose to his then girlfriend. When we were invited to go along and be a part of his surprise, life-changing moment, we simply asked, "When do we leave?!" </div>
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Every second of our whirlwind 15 day trip was planned with an adventurous spirit. Having rented a four-wheel drive vehicle, we made a conscious decision to tackle the rugged interior jungle roads and washed out coastal passages head on with the confidence that the villages and the people and the eco-systems we would discover off the beaten track would be a thousand times better than any walled-off, all-inclusive resort. We were right.</div>
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I will warn you that the title of this blog is a bit misleading. As you scroll down, you might notice that three out of the four reasons appear to be the same: <b><i>Adventure</i></b>. But, I will tell you that the adventure that exists on the west coast surf town of Playa Negra is completely different from the adventure that awaits in the northern rainforests of Monteverde which is a complete one hundred and eighty degrees away from the adventure that we found on the more laid-back Caribbean coastal town of Puerto Viejo and the Panamanian border-town of Manzanillo.</div>
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Every single inch of the more than one thousand kilometers we traversed, was brimming with Pura Vida. I'm here to tell you that once you visit Costa Rica, it will live in your bones, your blood, your heart forever. We are dreaming of the day we will go back with our daughter, to introduce her to its wild jungles, watch her eyes widen at the sight of its majestic coasts, revel in its beautiful family-oriented culture and most of all inject her with a little of its happiness. Pura Vida! </div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">This is an awesome video my, now sister-in-law took as she and my brother zip-lined through the cloud rain forests of Monteverde, Costa Rica! My husband and I were right in front of them! It was a magical and exhilarating once-in-a-lifetime experience!</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">The surfing in Playa Negra is world class, the beaches are stunning and the villagers are warm and inviting!</span></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">The chances of walking 5 feet without a wildlife sighting is pretty low, in Costa Rica. One of my absolute favorite things while we were exploring the west coast was being woken up in the middle of the night by the howler monkeys. It was like a deep, melodic reminder that I was in the middle of the jungle. It's also a nice added bonus to have a professional photographer for a husband to capture all of the beauty we witnessed, so we can remember it for ever!</span></div>
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This totally out of focus and not-so-flattering picture of me and my hubby biking through the Gandoca Manzanillo National Wildlife Refuge on the southeastern most tip of Costa Rica pretty much sums up the pure joy and happiness we felt.<br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-33638217907747328552014-06-13T15:59:00.000-07:002014-06-13T16:01:22.528-07:00[Food Series] Roasted Leeks & CarrotsSometimes I fall in to a rut when it comes to cooking. Chicken and rice, Fish and Broccoli, Pork and ... er, um, rice? As a work-at-home mom, it can be challenging to keep dinner time new and exciting. Sometimes, all it takes is a thick slice instead of a fine dice or slow roasting in lieu of sauteing and out of nowhere you have an exciting and delicious, new dish! That's precisely how this dish came into existence! So incredibly simple, bursting with nutrients and mouth-watering flavor. Enjoy!<br />
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6 Carrots<br />
4 Leeks<br />
8 Garlic Cloves<br />
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Peel and quarter the carrots, legnthwise. Remove the tough, fiberous outer laters of the leeks, then slice them on the diagonal, about 3 inches thick. Peel the garlic, leaving them whole. Toss everything in the olive oil and bake for about an hour. That's IT! Enjoy!<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-53571800981716095242014-06-11T00:00:00.000-07:002014-06-11T00:00:04.976-07:00[Wandering Wisdom Wednesday] Adopt the Pace of Nature: Her Secret is Patience<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In my house, we try our best not to put too much emphasis on holidays because we believe that every day gives us an opportunity to show the ones we love how grateful we are to have them in our lives. Today is one of those days! A day to be thoughtful and considerate, caring and loyal to those whom we love the very most and in honor of every day we spend loving each other, I've put together this guide of cool stuff that any awesome father I know would love to have. The gifts in this guide were hand-chosen, because of the thoughtful way in which they are made; handmade and masterfully created by artisans who are deeply devoted to their craft and I'm happy to share them with you!</div>
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<a href="http://www.woodwatches.com/" target="_blank">JORD Wood Watches</a> are designed to take people back to nature and away from today's metal & rubber. Made from diverse woods from all over the world, JORD watches combine various grains and their natural colors to create a line of watches that ensures every watch is truly unique.<br />
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The <a href="http://tetonsports.com/" target="_blank">TETON Sports</a> story is pretty simple. The company was started in 2005 in Utah with a very long not–to–do list as opposed to the traditional to–do list. We do just a few things, but we try hard to do them well. We'll do nearly anything to keep the customer happy. We have partnered with Teton Sports to giveaway an <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006JYHI24/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B006JYHI24&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=GPMWYBFDU7FP7OFV" target="_blank">Escape4300 UltraLight Internal Frame Backpack</a> to one lucky father! It's a large pack with a roomy internal frame, thickly padded back panel and shoulder straps, concave head space and split waist wings.Aluminum stays and high–density foam back panel keep support right where you need it. Includes padded waist and shoulder straps, multiple load adjustments and torso lengthener that can be fit to your body without removing pack. 4,300 cubic inch capacity with seven pockets, two pouches, four compression straps, daisy chain gear loops, D–ring, eyelets and slide–storage under hood. Enter to WIN and goo luck!</div>
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In the summer of 1999, brothers Peter and Paul Pinholster decided to permanently escape the traditional workplace. <a href="http://www.eaglesnestoutfittersinc.com/" target="_blank">Eagles Nest Outfitters</a> began as a small operation in Florida, planning to travel the East Coast in a ramshackle minivan and sell hammocks at music festivals and community gatherings. Eventually, they settled down in Asheville, NC and continued growing the business into what is now a thriving company. Today, they continue to supply the best hammocks and accessories to like-minded people across the globe. MommyHiker.com is honored to partner with Eagles Nest Outfitters to giveaway one of their gorgeous <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DDWKB0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B001DDWKB0&linkCode=as2&tag=momhik05-20&linkId=DQJPWQJ452PCK3QB" target="_blank">hammocks</a> to one lucky father! Enter to Win and good luck!<br />
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<div class="blogger-post-footer">By Jennifer Fontaine</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01349803238657533977noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2533256622592018547.post-18938607583188115032014-06-06T13:01:00.000-07:002014-06-06T13:01:45.256-07:00[Food Series] Watermelon Burrata Salad with Dijon VinaigretteSummer is in full swing here in Los Angeles and our fridge has been stocked with a never-ending supply of watermelon for going on 3 weeks now! Not that eating it off the rind ever gets old, but it's so fun to experiment and come up with different presentations. Here's a great way to spruce up a watermelon! A simple summer salad that's elegant enough to serve for company. Enjoy!<div>
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1/4 of a baby Watermelon</div>
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1 ball Burrata Cheese</div>
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2 baby Tri-colored Bell Peppers</div>
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3 cups Baby Arugula</div>
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2 tablespoons Whole Grain Mustard</div>
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1/4 cup Olive Oil</div>
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2 tablespoons Rice Wine Vinegar</div>
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This summer salad is SO simple! Cut the watermelon off of the rind and cut it into large chunks. Slice the bell peppers and halve the ball of burrata cheese. On a platter, pile on the arugula, then arrange the watermelon, bell peppers and burrata cheese on top of the bed of arugula. In a measuring cup, add the rice wine vinegar, whole grain mustard and olive oil and whisk until it has emulsified, then drizzle the dijon vinaigrette over the entire salad. Serve and enjoy!</div>
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