We’re a husband-and-wife team who stumbled into the outdoors with a 2.5-year-old, a baby, and a pandemic-era desire to keep everyone sane—TV couldn’t keep little ones busy, and this self-proclaimed non-nature mom had to get creative. What started as desperate backyard escapes turned out to be a game-changer: running outside made our days easier, moods brighter, and even gave Dad a shot at working remotely in peace.

We’re not rugged explorers—just regular parents who discovered that outdoor time is the ultimate parenting hack. Nature helped us tackle stress, cut down on cabin fever, and bring real connection to our family (bonus points for less whining all around).

Fast-forward to summer 2024, and we were off-road adventuring with our three kids—then 3, 5, and 7—through Yellowstone and Glacier, proving you don’t need to be “outdoorsy” to make wild, lasting memories.

Our mission? Help busy families embrace the outdoors—no fancy gear or perfect weather needed. Whether you’ve got five minutes or two weeks, some of the best adventures start just outside your door. We hope Outside Anyway inspires you to give it a try.