Go Adventure Mom Podcast

Gabrielle Balkan Gabrielle Balkan is a writer and editor, mostly of children's books, living in Brooklyn, New York. Some of her titles include 50 Cities in the U.S.A., Book of Bones, and The 50 States. In addition to writing children's books, she's also worked at Scholastic, and spends plenty of time in classrooms as an author! Have you ever wondered how author's draw inspiration for writing so many books? In this episode, Gabrielle shares her secrets! She also talks more about the books she has written, as well as provides advice for children who love to write! Links: https://www.gabriellebalkan.com https://twitter.com/GabrielleBalkan https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.balkan/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMKskNqxxc6Bn1Zgns7GyyQ https://blog.mindvalley.com/podcast-kamal-ravikant-love-yourself/   Sponsor:   http://audibletrial.com/g

Selena Baldwin is the daughter half of the mother-daughter team behind Shabby Alpaca, which carries alpaca and other soft goods from around the world, many which are hand-crafted. Before telling us about the business, Selena tells us about how it all started, which includes the story of her getting pregnant - immediately after her and her husband had finalized the adoption of two children! Along with this big life change came the start of Shabby Alpaca, selling to markets at first, and then moving online as well. Selena, her family, and the business are all doing well, and we're happy to share their story on this episode. Links: Website: http://www.shabbyalpaca.com Instagram: http://instagram.com/shabbyalpaca Facebook: http://facebook.com/shabbyalpaca Sponsors:

Here at Go Adventure Mom, we love finding ways to adventure outdoors. It’s important that we all play a role in preserving and protecting nature, and Great Old Broads for Wilderness are helping to do just that. Great Old Broads for Wilderness is a national grassroots organization, led by women, that engages and inspires activism to preserve and protect wilderness and wild lands. Conceived by older women who love wilderness, Broads gives voice to the millions of Americans who want to protect their public lands as Wilderness for this and future generations. We bring knowledge, commitment, and humor to the movement to protect our last wild places on earth. Shelley Silbert and Lauren Berutich join us from the organization talk more about what they do, where the name come from, how you can get involved, and some specific things you can do right now to help preserve and protect our wilderness and wild lands. Links: www.greatoldbroads.org https://ww

Guest - Tom Boyd The GoPro Mountain Games are coming up June 7-10 in Vail, CO. Tom Boyd is Media Chief of the games, and here to tell us all about them. The GoPro Mountain Games are hosted by the Vail Valley Foundation, a non-profit in Vail, CO that seeks to raise the quality of life in Vail through arts, athletics, and education. GoPro has been the title sponsor since 2011. The event is 100% FREE for spectators, and family-friendly! There are tons of events and expo areas just for kids including climbing, kayaking, paddle boarding, and more! It’s the ultimate experience for an outdoor-loving family, so be sure to check out the link below for more details. Tom also shares some advice for preparing and the importance of gear, the “Dock Dogs” canine aquatics competition, and more! Links: https://mountaingames.com https://www.instagram.com/mountaingamesvail https://www.facebook.com/mountaingames/ https://tw

026 - Backpacking with Kids - Melissa Lynn Lieser Think backpacking is something that has to wait until the kids are older? Not at all! Backpacking is immersive, rewarding, and will provide some quality family time in the great outdoors. In this episode, we cover all the questions and concerns you may have. What is a good age to start backpacking with your kids? How far should you go? What supplies must you take? Can the kids carry anything? One important consideration is food! Traditional backpacking food options are generally not so great. Add a picky eater into the mix, and you may decide it’s easier to just sit home on the couch. But, not to fear! Melissa Lynn Lieser of Backpacker’s Bistro is here to help! Backpacker’s Bistro provides gourmet, nutritious alternatives for the trail, made with healthy and fresh ingredients. Round up the family, because after this episode you’ll be eager to get started on your next backpacking adventure.

Jessica Reimer works as a policy associate for HEAL Utah focusing on air quality. According to data and information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Utah ranks among the highest producers of toxic chemicals in the United State. Jessica looks at the policies for cleaning the air, and suggests what we as citizens can do to help. She’s participating in the upcoming 2018 legislature in Utah, explains what changes they’re pushing for this year, and how you can get involved. You can also take the Clear The Air Challenge, simply by turning off your car instead of idling when bringing kids to and from school. It’s small actions like these that will go a long way towards helping our planet! Links: Heal Utah - http://www.healutah.org/ Utah Legislature - https://le.utah.gov/ Clear The Air Challenge - https://slchamber.com/clear-the-air-challenge-kickoff/ Sponsors: http://audibletrial.com/goadventuremom

Skiing is a great way to get out and enjoy the winter weather, but it can seem intimidating or even dangerous. Not to worry! Our guest today is Alyssa Erickson from the Online Family Ski School. As you’ll find out, learning to ski doesn’t start on the hill. There’s lots to learn ahead of time to make sure your experience is a great one! Aside from the obvious of actually learning to ski, there can be unexpected challenges such as kids being nervous, not knowing how to get on and off the chairlift with a toddler, and more. Having a plan is the best thing you can do to ensure things go smoothly!      Links: http://kidproject.org http://mountainmomandtots.com http://braveskimom.com   Sponsors:  http://jakesnatureblog.com/book-jakes-nature-guide-rocky-mountains/ https://www.instagra

Go Adventure Mom 024 - Danielle Bates: Pond Town Happy Holidays! Get in the Christmas spirit with our guest Daniel Bates, who has launched a podcast based on a short story she’s written about Salem (Pond Town). The Pond Town Podcast is essentially an audiobook of her story, with new episodes being released leading up to Christmas. In this episode of Go Adventure Mom, Daniel shares how the podcast came to be, the inspiration behind it, and as a bonus, some ideas for adventures in your own backyard. You can listen to the podcast and find out more using these links: http://www.pondtownpodcast.com/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/pond-town-podcast/id1317782347?mt=2 Thanks to: http://www.365milechallenge.org/ https://www.lifesabundance.com/goadventuremom

Are you being present with your kids? Parenting has increasing become harder as we fight for time with our kids. The time we have with our children is precious and fleeting. While distractions and the monotony of life can sometimes cause us to forget, we need to make time to connect and celebrate beautiful family moments. Artist Pam Baumeister hopes to capture these moments, with her pieces serving as a daily reminder to parents to be present, finding deeper joy and avoiding regret later in life. Kathy and Pam talk about the importance of spending time outdoors as children, the challenge of distractions, the false sense of connection we get from social media, what we can learn from kids, and what really matters in life. http://www.pambaumeister.com/ https://www.instagram.com/pam_baumeister/ https://www.facebook.com/pambaumeister/ Books mentioned: Last Child in the Woods Big Magic Sponsor:

Go Adventure Mom 022 - Special Edition 7 Miles in 7 Days Challenge 7 miles. 7 days. Can you do it? Take this FREE motivational mini-challenge with an amazing group of people, and get moving outdoors for 1 mile each day. After the overwhelming response of the 365 Mile Challenge, Kathy Dalton, Alyssa Erickson, Rebecca Walsh, Jess Curren, and Amelia Mayer came up with the idea of a 7-day mini-challenge. Now, you can get a taste of the 365 Mile Challenge! The 7 Miles In 7 Days challenge is completely free. Learn more and sign up here: http://www.365milechallenge.org/ Jess Curren http://currentlywandering.com/ Amelia Mayer http://talesofamountainmama.com/ Alyssa Erickson http://kidproject.org/ Rebecca Walsh https://www.justtrails.com/ + https://hikelikeawoman.net/   Sponsor: Spot Gen 3 https://www.findmespot.com  

Adam from the Marine Mammal Center in California joins us for an episode all about the ocean and marine life! ocean in some way, and we depend on a healthy ocean

Go Adventure Mom 020 - Linda Akeson McGurk “There’s no such thing as bad weather, only bad clothes,” says today’s guest Linda Akeson McGurk. Linda started the Rain or Shine Momma blog, and has now written a book called There’s No Such Thing As Bad Weather. Linda grew up in Sweden, where she was taught to go outdoors every day, rain or shine. As a mother in America, she noticed how many children seemed to lack a meaningful connection with nature. Starting a blog was her first step towards changing that. While 21st-century childhoods seem to have less outdoors time than ever because of hectic lives and electronic devices, the barriers are easily overcome! Whether it’s clothing that provides comfort for extended periods outdoors, or simply doing away with excuses, Linda explains how a lifestyle with more outdoors time is easier than you might think. Links: http://rainorshinemamma.com/ Giveaway:

You’ve heard of homeschooling, but how about wildschooling? Nicolette Sowder is the creator of Wilder Child and the wildschooling Facebook group, which has grown to over 17,000 members! The Wilder Child community is for those who are passionate about raising a Wilder Child and getting back to nature. Nicolette coined the term “Wildschooling” as an extension of this, for families who are passionate about supporting a nature-based, active, and joyful childhood. While Nicolette’s family purchased a farm and are literally able to homeschool their children with a focus on nature and farm life, you don’t have to do all of this to reap the benefits! The Wildschooling group is open to everyone, whether you’re able to spend a little time outdoors or a lot! You can learn from and exchange ideas with like-minded people for exploring life outdoors! Links: https://www.facebook.com/groups/wildschool

Go Adventure Mom Podcast 018 - Woom Bikes Biking is a great and healthy activity, and a skill that kids will have for life! In an episode all about biking, Mathias and Marcus from Woom Bikes share their passion for getting kids outdoors. With increasing bike use comes the importance of education and safety, a big responsibility for parents. You’ll learn some great riding safety tips, such as correct helmet sizing and why kids benefit from bikes designed specifically for them. Mathias and Marcus tell the story of how Woom bikes came to be, maintaining its roots as a small business today, despite selling to all parts of the world! Woom’s success has allowed them to assist with programs for children in need, and even offer programs to recycle and reduce waste. Does your family bike together? If not, this episode surely inspire you to strap on your helmets and get riding! Links: https://us.woombi

Go Adventure Mom 016 - Bird Nerds Unite: The National Audubon Society Today we are talking about birds! Birds can add excitement and depth to all of your outdoor experiences, whether it’s camping, hiking, or in your own backyard! Our guest is Dr. John Rowden, Director of Community Conservation at The National Audubon Society. Dr. Rowden explains how he came to study birds as a career, his graduate work studying a group of parrots in Australia, and talks about his role at the Society. You’ll learn a wealth of bird knowledge, such as what to do if you find a baby bird that has fallen out of its nest, how simple changes to your garden can help support the bird population, and how to get involved with your local Audubon chapter. We spend some time talking specifically about hummingbirds, and Audubon’s citizen scientist program “Hummingbirds At Home,” which you can find more details about in the links below! Birds provide your family with many opportunities

Marine scientist, speaker and author shares her insider tips for visiting the Galapagos Islands.    Today we are talking with Ellen Prager a marine scientist and author that is widely recognized for her expertise and ability to make science entertaining and understandable for people of all ages! Blue Footed Boobies - Galapagos If you’re one of the many people who has the Galapagos Islands on their must-visit list but it doesn’t seem realistic, Ellen m

Today you’ll learn the power of positive thinking, as John Aldridge shares the captivating story of how he survived being lost at sea. John and his fishing partner Anthony Sosinski have released a book called ‘A Speck in the Sea: A Story of Survival and Rescue’ and there’s a movie in development as well. As sharks circled him and the hours passed, John was certain it was his last day alive. He tells us the one thing that he credits for his survival. John’s Book:http://amzn.to/2rMCQmS    The article that sparked it all: The New York Time's Article https://www.nytimes.com/2014/01/05/magazine/a-speck-in-the-sea.html?_r=0   Thanks to: https://scottscheapflights.com/?id=308&campaign=GoAdventureMom 

Go Adventure Mom 012 - Nathalie Botros - Bon-Vivant Life Certified health coach, psychotherapist and author Nathalie Botros joins Kathy this week to chat about wholistic health. Nathalie tells us how the mindset and attitude about food varies among different places in the world, and how portion sizes are quite large in the U.S. She shares her experiences with dieting, and explains why lifestyle changes are more important than dieting, and also why it’s not all about the scale. You’ll learn some habits you can form to encourage healthy eating, and have a chance to win Nathalie’s book “If You Are What You Eat, Should I Eat a Skinny Girl?” Links: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0998551201/ https://www.thebon-vivantgirl.com https://twitter.com/BonVivantGirl https://www.facebook.com/thebonvivantgirl/ https://www.instagram.com/thebon_vivantgirl/   Thanks to: https://www.c

Joel Sartore is a photographer for National Geographic magazine. He's focused on conservation. We first hear the story of how he came to work with National Geographic, and then he shares some details about the job which may surprise you! It's not always glamorous and it's a lonely job sometimes. Joel is passionate about leaving the scene better than when you arrived. He's done 36 stories for National Geographic now. He wants people to trust him and educate readers what is going on in the natural world and save species while there is still time.

On the podcast today we tackle a sensitive subject: wildlife poaching. We don’t go into detail, but it may be a subject for you or your kids. If it is a sensitive topic, please feel free to skip this episode. Our guest today  is Janine Vaccarello of Alcatraz East, a crime museum in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, where they’ve been working on a new exhibit called ‘Ivory, Tortoise Shell & Fur: The Ugly Truth Of Wildlife Trafficking.’ You might wonder why, if you’re not a hunter, you should be concerned about wildlife poaching. But, as Janine explains, there are reasons to be concerned, especially if you travel and buy souvenirs. Do you know what you’re buying or where it came from? Janine talks us about her time in South Africa, Cecil the lion, dangers of poaching, and what they’re hoping to accomplish with the new museum exhibit. Protect Our Wildlife: #protectourwildlife Share exhibit link: 

Dr. Julie de Azevedo Hanks, the author of The Assertiveness Guide For Women, joins Kathy this week to talk about - you guessed it - how to be assertive! Dr. Julie is the owner of Wasatch Family Therapy, has a masters degree in social work, and a Ph.D. in marriage & family therapy. She explains what assertiveness is: confident, clear, self-assured communication. We hear some of the highlights from her book, how to make an assertive statement, and why it’s important for both you and your family.   Connect with Dr. Julie Hanks Dr. Julie’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/drjuliehanks Dr. Julie’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrJulieHanks/ Free chapter of Dr. Julie’s book: https://www.drjuliehanks.com/assertiveness-guide/

Traveling with family is our focus this week, as we’re joined by family travel expert Mara Vorhees. Mara is a writer with Lonely Planet and has plenty of experience traveling the world with her young twins. She tells us about the benefits and opportunities of world-schooling for children and shares some great tips for traveling as a family. She is heading to Russia later this month and will share how to make the world your classroom.   Mara Vorhees writes about food, travel and family fun around the world. Her work has been published by BBC Travel, Boston Globe, Delta Sky, Vancouver Sun and more. For Lonely Planet, she regularly writes about destinations in Central America and Eastern Europe, as well as New England, where she lives. She often travels with her twin boys in tow, earning her an expertise in family travel. Follow their adventures and misadventures at

Go Adventure Mom 007 Mary Edwards Today’s guest is Mary Edwards, Kathy’s partner in crime as part of the Go Adventure Mom team! Mary shares some amazing inspirational stories of great women she met during a recent visit to Nepal. Mary went as part of Coca-Cola’s 5by20 initiative, helping with Nepal earthquake relief and to empower women. You’ll also hear tips on how you can help when visiting developing countries, and even how you can help from right here at home! Links: Coca-Cola 5by20: http://www.coca-colacompany.com/5by20 Go Adventure Magazine Fall 2016 Edition featuring Mary’s trip: http://www.goadventuremom.com/2016/10/fall-go-adventure-magazine/ https://developingworldconnections.org/ Thanks to https://www.miir.com/ and https://www.eveleenjoy.com/     Go Adventure Mom Website

Go Adventure Mom Podcast 006 with Maryann Alston This episode is all about farming and gardening! Our guest Maryann Alston is an expert as she’s a farmer herself. Maryann started out with a small garden, and now her family lives on a big farm! She also launched the Wasatch Front Farmers Market in Utah. Maryann talks about farming life and explains how you can get involved on a smaller level, whether you grow a small garden for yourself, become a farmers market vendor, or buy from other local farmers! Links: http://www.wasatchfrontfarmersmarket.org/ http://www.urbanfarmandfeed.com/ https://wasatchgardens.org/   Thanks to https://www.thermarest.com/     Go Adventure Mom Website http://www.goadventuremom.com Face

Go Adventure Mom Podcast 005 with Becky Marcelliano What fits the definition of “adventure” better than backpacking? That’s what this episode is all about! Becky Marcelliano of Deuter joins Kathy to tell you all about backpacking. This includes what you need to get started, what you should know, and more great tips. We talk about pooping in the woods and uniboobs. We've got everything you need to get out in the backcountry.  We’ve also got a challenge for you towards the end! Backpacking is an excellent way to get outdoors and enjoy nature, and you’ll love all the helpful advice Becky provides based on her wealth of experience. Becky’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rjmarcelliano Deuter: http://www.deuter.com Other links discussed: Leave No Trace - Center for Outdoor Ethics: https://lnt.org Women’s Wilderness: https://www.womenswilderness.org Outdoor Women’s Alliance: http://www.outdoorwomensalliance.com

  On this episode of Go Adventure Mom, Kathy talks with Erika Wiggins. Erika spent much of her childhood on a sailboat and now works as a freelance writer, traveling and living life to the fullest. Before going to college, Erika spent much of her time growing up on a sailboat. After this, Erika thought she wanted a “normal” life but eventually found herself unhappy and wanting a change. She tells us why there is no one-size-fits-all path in life and what works for some people may not work for others. We hear about how Erika found happiness and her challenges along the way. Go Adventure Mom Website http://www.goadventuremom.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goadventuremom

Episode 003 - Family Meals with Krista Numbers Today on Go Adventure Mom, we’re talking family meals with Krista Numbers of simplifysupper.com. Krista tells us why she started this meal planning service, shares some great tips for successful family meals, and explains why eating with your family is so important. Krista has a new cookbook coming out, and each month for the rest of 2017 you can win a copy! Simply snap a picture of you or your family at the dinner table, post to social media tagging Simplify Supper and Go Adventure Mom, and we’ll pick one winner per month! Links: Simplify Supper Website http://www.simplifysupper.com Instagram http://www.instagram.com/simplifysupper   Go Adventure Mom We

This time on the Go Adventure Mom Podcast, we’re joined by Georgia Anderson of KnowHowMom.com. Her passion is to help parents raise their kids in the best way possible. Kathy & Georgia talk about creating encouragement and building confidence in our children. Georgia shares a process for building an encouraging statement, and we issue a challenge for you to try!    The gal's name I couldn't remember? It's Sara Blakely, Spanx Founder, that shares about growing up her father would ask them about failure: http://www.businessinsider.com/sara-blakely-spanx-ceo-offers-advice-redefine-failure-retail-2016-7  Links:  http://www.knowhowmom.com/  https://www.facebook.com/knowhowmom

Welcome to the Go Adventure Mom podcast! It’s our very first episode, and Kathy is joined by Christi Rokicki. Christi is an awesome adventure mom doing great things with The Land Conservancy of New Jersey. We start off hearing about where her family loves to spend time outdoors, and how there’s much more to New Jersey than many people might think! Christi then tells us about her job working with The Land Conservancy of New Jersey. She explains the work that they do to benefit residents for generations to come, and how you can get involved in your own local land trust. The show wraps up with Christi sharing some advice that you can use to help get your family outdoors and exploring! Links: Go Adventure Mom: http://www.goadventuremom.com Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goadventuremom Facebook:

Go Adventure Mom Podcast 000 In this mini introduction episode, Kathy tells you what to expect from the Go Adventure Mom Podcast and how to get in touch if you’d like to be a guest!   Website: http://www.goadventuremom.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/goadventuremom Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/goadventuremom Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goadventuremom and http://www.twitter.com/kathydaltonslc YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdJn7f2Xw9CL9-t0I9miGiQ/videos Submit an Interview Request: http://bit.ly/GAMPinterview