Be a Bird Nerd: Birding for Amateurs and Wannabes
You know I love slow hiking. There is nothing I love more than being in the outdoors and slowing waaay down to take in the … continue reading
Green Bay
Ice Stars
The ice stars are starting to bloom. I started noticing ice stars just a few years ago. I’m still tickled every time I see one. … continue reading
About 2.0: Let Me Re-Introduce Myself
I’m Terra, a librarian, a mom to a 16-year-old, a spouse, and a nature lover. I started the Life as a Field Trip blog when Paolo (our son) was much younger as a way to reclaim a creative part of myself I had let slip away as I let parenthood swallow my whole self.
Here’s to 46
I really love my forties. That’s not to say this decade has been perfect. Life is still messy. There’s still plenty of drama. Things are … continue reading
How to Notice the Winter Wonder All Around You
Don’t know how to start looking for winter wonder? Try waterfalls like Wequiock, Fonferek Glen, and even the small ones at Baird Creek. 1️⃣ Stand … continue reading
Signs of Autumn: Mushrooms
I love the gentle slide from late summer into autumn. I haven’t always, but these last few years this time of transition reveals its own … continue reading
Building a Connection with Your Tween or Teen
It’s my wish for all parents and caregivers to find an interest or activity to share with their teen. Truly share. One that you are … continue reading
Finding *Your* Spot Outdoors: Building a Connection with the Land
This year I leaned into getting to know one place very well. Well, several places, very well. I’ve heard people say they’re tired of the … continue reading
Winter Outing: The Titletown Experience
If you follow our field trips on social media you might have noticed we spend a lot of our winter time at Titletown. For Paolo … continue reading
Easy Outdoors Field Trip: Red River County Park
As we continue to limit unnecessary contact with people outside our pandemic bubble when possible, we continue to take advantage of the many outdoors entertainment … continue reading