Rebecca Rahrer

Days are getting longer, the sun is shining brighter, flowers are blooming and the grass is almost green again! It's springtime, finally! And with that comes outdoor activities for the kiddos. Having a fun game you can play together outside is the perfect way to spend some quality time with your kids and catch some vitamin D!

Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes new life! Bird watching is one of those ever-green activities that's always a good time. It's peaceful, you feel in touch with nature and it helps your local ecosystem thrive. So why not feed some birds in your backyard, help the planet and get some entertainment out of it?

Sledding season is right around the corner! Soon enough the ground will be covered in snow and you'll get that age-old hankering to fly down the side of a snowy hill at hair-raising speeds on a piece of plastic. So I'm here to help you live out that dream. I've put together a list of some of Amazon's best-selling sleds!

Water filtration is super important for removing contaminants from your water supply! It also provides a crisper, more refreshing tasting water- far superior to bottled water. Plus, it's better for the environment- no plastic bottles in a landfill for us! Here's a list of Amazon's best rated water filtration systems!

There's truly something about the ease of getting everything you need for the new semester in one discounted swoop. Whether it's a new backpack, pens, notebooks or art supplies, I've put together a few options for back-to-school supply bundles to make getting your kids ready to go back to school this fall a breeze!

Floating coolers are a life-saver if you're a frequent river-floater. Or if you just have a pool but like to have drinks and snacks on hand at all times. Each of these are a great option that you can tether to your own float while you drift away down the river with your friends and family. Make sure it's stocked with water along with the sodas and beers so nobody gets dehydrated though! Anyways, here we go!

Finding the right sunscreen that is both safe for kiddos, provides adequate SPF and won't contaminate our oceans can be stressful. Let me help you! I've put together a nice little list of Amazon's top kid-friendly sunscreens so your kid can be protected from the sun this summer and you won't have to worry.

Snow cones are truly one of life's simple pleasures. Who doesn't love some soft ice smothered in flavored sugar? It's such an easy and delicious treat during the summer. So why not buy a snow cone machine so you and your family can have snow cones all season long without the long wait lines or sticky spilled syrup all over your car. I've put together a short list of snow cone machines that won't break the bank and will keep your car less sticky in the long run.

Training your little ones to be confident and safe in the water can be difficult. But with the right set of helpful tools, you can supplement their swim lessons at home or at the public pool with this selection of helpful items I've put together!

Summer is right around the corner! So it's time to upgrade that grill you've had since 2009 and get ready for a summer full of backyard barbeques and fun! I've put together a list of smokers, charcoal and propane grills with great ratings. Let's go!