Ten years ago, my husband and I visited Glacier National Park as newlyweds. Ever since, I've dreamed of coming back with our kids. This summer, we finally did it: seven nights in northwest Montana with our three kids, ages 9, 7 and 5.

There was no way I could fit this whole trip into one podcast episode, so I'm breaking it into three parts. Part one covers our first three days in West Glacier: where we stayed, what we ate, rafting the Middle Fork in the rain, riding the Red Bus up Going-to-the-Sun Road, and the Lake McDonald redo that turned into one of our favorite afternoons of the trip.

What happens when we prioritize childhood safety over independence? In this episode of The My Outdoorsy Mom Podcast, author Meghan Cox Gurdon joins Julianne to discuss her new memoir, Free Range Girl, and the powerful connection between childhood freedom, risky play, reading aloud, and wonder. Discover why children need opportunities to become resourceful, capable, and confident.

Planning a family trip to Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula? In this episode of The My Outdoorsy Mom Podcast, I’m sharing our favorite family-friendly activities, where we stayed, what we ate, and the hidden gems we’d absolutely return to. From Lake Superior beaches and waterfalls to historic lighthouses and charming UP towns, here’s everything I’d want another mom to know before visiting.

Plan an easy day at Stony Creek Metropark with kids, including playgrounds, lake views, nature trails and plenty of room to explore together.

In this episode, Julianne sits down with Kimberly Thomson (Granny’s Got Greens), a mother of five and grandmother of nearly thirteen, to talk about raising children with intention, calm, and confidence. This conversation is full of practical wisdom for moms who feel overwhelmed by modern parenting pressure and are craving a simpler, more peaceful approach.

What if your child’s ADHD symptoms aren’t just behavioral… but biological? In this episode with Dana Kay of ADHD Thrive Institute, we explore the deeper root causes behind ADHD and what parents can do to support their child in a more holistic way.

In this episode, Julianne talks with Becca Regnerus of @becca.naturally about holistic first aid, natural remedies, homeopathy, chiropractic care, nebulizers, red light therapy, tick bites, and how moms can feel more confident caring for active outdoor kids.

In this episode of The My Outdoorsy Mom Podcast, Julianne interviews Jacquelyn Hunt, mom of five and creator of Traveling Family Circus, about family travel tips, road trips, international travel with kids, simplifying itineraries, outdoor play, and how to build meaningful family memories without waiting for the perfect time.

In this episode, Julianne sits down with Linda Åkeson McGurk, author of There’s No Such Thing as Bad Weather and The Open-Air Life, to talk about friluftsliv, outdoor childhood, weather, resilience, and why nature should be part of everyday family life.

In this episode, Julianne talks with Katie Kimball of Raising Healthy Families about raising teens who can cook, contribute, and confidently step into adulthood—and why the kitchen might be the most important place to start.

In this episode, Julianne sits down with Christina McEvoy, founder of Your Limitless Adventures, to talk about midlife identity shifts, transformational travel, and what happens when women step outside their everyday lives and into something that challenges and reconnects them.

In this episode, Julianne talks with Kiera Liu of Frame of Life about memory keeping, camera roll overwhelm, and why the small, ordinary moments of family life are often the ones that matter most. From postpartum walks to practical photo tips, this conversation is full of encouragement for moms who want to document their lives with more intention and less pressure.

In this episode, Julianne sits down with Josée Bergeron of Backwoods Mama to talk about motherhood, nature, burnout, and the small shifts that help families reconnect with the outdoors. From overstimulation and screens to seasonal rhythms and teen disconnect, this is a deeply honest conversation about why getting outside matters for both kids and parents.

In the gripping Season 2 finale, Julianne Nienberg sits down with licensed therapist and parent coach Nicole Runyon to discuss her transformative book, Free to Fly. Together, the two unpack the biggest threats to our kids today—from screens to sleeplessness, movement deficits to over-diagnosis—and why it's time for parents to reclaim their authority, simplify their lives, and raise emotionally resilient kids.

I bought three Yoto Players in 2022, and my kids still use them daily. Here’s why this screen-free audio player is the best Christmas gift for kids of all ages.

Marine Corps veteran and founder of Iliad Athletics, Patrick Whalen, joins Julianne to unpack functional fitness, character formation through movement, outdoor PE, and how parents can raise more capable, resilient kids through purposeful physical activity.

Eryn Lynum, author of The Nature of Rest, joins Julianne to explore Sabbath, nature, and how even five minutes of stillness can reconnect your home to God’s design for rest.

This episode with wildlife filmmaker Ray Tiller is a crash course in curiosity, conservation, and childhood wonder. If your kids love Brave Wilderness or you’re looking for fresh ways to spark outdoor exploration, this one’s a must-listen.

Angela Hanscom, pediatric occupational therapist and founder of TimberNook, joins me to talk about how nature-based, child-led play is the key to healthy development—and how we’ve lost touch with it in our modern world. We discuss sensory integration, the neuroscience behind outdoor play, and what it looks like to rebuild childhood from the ground up (literally).

Julianne Nienberg reflects on the dreamy, Instagram-worthy appeal of RV life… and why she prefers to rent, not live in, an RV. This honest, funny, and data-backed solo episode will resonate with outdoorsy families who love adventure andthe comfort of home.