Over the years, we have noticed a trend while visiting dozens of family-friendly destinations. Often, places like museums and nature centers, parks and zoos, will offer kid-friendly scavenger hunt activities for visitors to use while they explore. It didn’t take long for us to fully understand and appreciate the genius of this idea! It really […]
The Matriarchy with The Parents’ Place in Hartford
Thank you to The Parents’ Place for offering Audrey a series of complimentary class sessions for the purpose of writing this post. All opinions expressed by this blogger are 100% her own. Hello Out and About Mom readers! I come to you today with an entry unlike any I’ve written for this blog before: it […]
The Cheney Rail Trail in Manchester, CT
Psst! We’ve got a fun little surprise for you at the end of this post! Scroll down to find an illustrated Nature Walk Scavenger Hunt that you can take with you on this, or any outdoor adventure! Family hikes definitely seem to have been a rising trend in 2020 as we all (desperately) looked for […]
Summer 2020: Connecticut Parks With Trails
Please note: This post was written back in those lazy, hazy, CRAZY days of the global pandemic otherwise known as COVID. While we are happy to report that most of these rules and regulations referenced in the post no longer apply, this awesome list of parks with walking trails was too good to trash! Enjoy! […]
Feeling antsy already? Try these family-friendly trails.
It was only a few weeks ago that I was lamenting how, once again, the school year seemed to have wizzed by. Here we were approaching the end of February, with only 3 1/2 months to go until summer break. I was getting particularly teary about my 4th grader, thinking how next year would be […]
Climbing at Central Rock Gym in Glastonbury
Please note: This post was written in 2019 and while it should still give you a great overview of the experience, it may also contain some outdated information. Please visit their website for the most current information, especially about things like pricing, schedules and the admission/registration process. 2019 Post: If you’ve read my previous blog […]
A Walk in the Woods: CT Audubon Center at Glastonbury
Please note: This post was originally published in 2019. Since that time, the Audubon Center at Glastonbury has closed its doors. However, the trails of Earle Park (featured in this post) are still open for visitors. Please be sure to visit the Glastonbury town website for the most current information regarding Earle Park. 2019 Post: […]
Kayak Rentals and Eco Tours with Black Hall Outfitters
Please note: This post was written in 2018, and while it should still give you a good idea of the overall experience, it may also contain some outdated information. For the most up-to-date information, please visit their website. Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Thank you to Black Hall Outfitters for providing […]
New Year’s Resolutions: Self Care with Fit and Balanced Mom
Cut to the chase. Take me to the Momsense. Happy New Year Out and About Moms and Dads! I don’t know about you, but I love beginnings. The potential that lies in a fresh start is thrilling. It’s enough to lift a girl right out of a post-holiday season slump! So naturally, I’m a fan […]
Out and About Mom’s Trail Guide
Please note: This post represents a compilation of parks and trails we’ve visited since we began this blog in 2011. Please be sure to check state and municipal websites to ensure you have the most up to date information about each destination before planning your visit. Also, be sure to check out our FREE printable […]