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Welcome to the Trail Mommas Blog — your go-to source for stories, tips, and inspiration from our community of moms and families who hike, adventure, and explore together. Here, we share highlights from recent outings, nature-based learning activities, safety guides, and real-life moments from the trail that celebrate the joys (and sometimes the chaos!) of outdoor family life.

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The Forest’s Invitation

by Katie Frederick | September 17, 2026 | Nature Journal | 0 Comments

September 17, 2026 The 6AM wake up call was too early. I opened my eyes and reset my alarm for 7:00AM, with every intention of getting up. The goal was to experience the trail again in solitude, but this time with perhaps some new visitors that may have flown in...

A Migration Home

by Katie Frederick | September 16, 2026 | Nature Journal | 0 Comments

September 16, 2026 Today I explored a new to me section of the preserve. This area requires hiking or biking in from the Greenway or traversing the entire main daisy chain loop. I opted for a cruise and hike. This section wound along a hillside with a small tributary...

The Art of Standing Still

by Katie Frederick | September 15, 2026 | Nature Journal | 0 Comments

September 15, 2026 Today, it felt like fall for the first time. It felt like summer was fading. The temperature was cooler, and the air breezy. Leaves had fallen on the trail, and this time, my bike tires—not my feet—swooshed them out of the way in a burst of frenzy....

A Place That Belongs

by Katie Frederick | September 14, 2026 | Nature Journal | 0 Comments

September 14, 2026 To belong: to be the property of a person or thing; to be in the right place; to have a proper or expected location. When I think of belonging, I think of ownership, taking responsibility and care for something—all mine. But belonging is more...

Today began my love affair.

by Katie Frederick | September 4, 2026 | Nature Journal | 0 Comments

September 3rd, 2026 The 5:30 a.m. wake up call was not routine for me. I am not a morning person. But standing in the parking lot alone with the first glimpses of soft morning light, I can see why others pursue waking at such an extreme hour, particularly if you were...

Glamping, Mountain Views, and Hospitality That Feels Like Family at Growing Faith Farm & Retreat

by Katie Frederick | May 18, 2026 | Hidden Gems, Trail Momma Favorites | 0 Comments

There are some places you visit that instantly feel different the moment you arrive. Not because of flashy amenities or over-the-top attractions, but because of the people behind them and the care they pour into every detail. That’s exactly how we felt during our stay...

Trail Mommas Nature Journal Club First Meetup

by Katie Frederick | May 2, 2026 | Nature Journal | 0 Comments

We kicked off our very first Nature Journal Club meetup, and it was everything we hoped for—curious minds, muddy shoes, and magic waiting around every bend. 🌿 After a quick warm-up to get our senses tuned to the trail, we set out to explore—and it didn’t take long to...

Chasing Giants: Field Study Trolls & Unlocking the Grandmother Tree 🌲✨

by Katie Frederick | February 18, 2026 | Hidden Gems | 0 Comments

There’s something magical about stepping into the woods knowing you’re about to discover something larger than life. Recently, we set out on an adventure that felt straight out of a storybook — visiting the incredible Field Study trolls created by world-renowned...

Trail Mommas Goes International: Hosting Girls Who Hike NC in Iceland

by Katie Frederick | February 18, 2026 | Outdoor Adventure | 0 Comments

When I first received the opportunity to host an international adventure with Girls Who Hike NC in Iceland as an ambassador, it felt like one of those “is this real life?” moments. Trail Mommas like Girls Who Hike NC was built on the belief that women and in our case...

Trail Mommas Joins Forces with Triangle Land Conservancy and Expands ecoExplore in the Triangle

by Katie Frederick | February 2, 2026 | Nature Experiences | 0 Comments

Trail Mommas is thrilled to share some exciting news! We’ve been invited by the Triangle Land Conservancy to host a guided hike at their Wild Ideas event in April 2026. This is an incredible opportunity for us to bring families into nature, explore local trails, and...

Historic Bethabara and the Lotus Flower Pond

Aug 26, 2025 | Hidden Gems

Sometimes the best adventures happen when you take a little detour. On a recent trip through Winston-Salem, we made a quick stop at Historic Bethabara Park, and it turned into one of those memorable outings that left us feeling refreshed, connected, and inspired. What...

King Snake vs. Copperhead at Eagle Nest Point

Aug 24, 2025 | Nature Journal, Trail Tales

One of the best parts about hitting the trail is never knowing what you might stumble upon. Some days it’s wildflowers, a bird you’ve never seen before, or a new insect to identify. Other days, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with nature’s raw power. On our latest...

🌿 Pond Party & Fossils at Historic Yates Mill

Aug 20, 2025 | Nature Experiences

Trail Mommas wrapped up another exciting adventure with a day full of water, discovery, and a little time travel at Historic Yates Mill County Park. We started the day learning about the pond ecosystem—a thriving habitat where plants, animals, and even the tiniest...

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