I've made so many fond memories here over the years. And now, it's where I'm taking a much needed night away from the many responsibilities of being a mom.

Counting every ounce and knocking out big miles gets exhausting after a while. That's when it's time for a change of pace. A trip to unwind, pack a couple luxuries, and cover less ground.

This is the trail journal from my first backpacking trip at Congaree. There were certainly things I could have done better, but considering this was my first time ever solo camping I think I fared pretty well.

The groundhog says 2026 has another 6 weeks of Winter up its sleeve! So, here's some Armchair Adventures to keep you busy while waiting for the trails to thaw.

As the hard-to-shop-for backpacker in someone's life, I thought I'd share a few gift ideas that are thoughtful as well as practical. Gifts they will actually use on their outdoor adventures. Spoilers: it's not another nalgene bottle, solar battery bank, or paracord survival keychain!

In this post I'll share a few reasons why I think Summer is the perfect time to leave the stove at home and give no-cook recipes a try. At the end I'll include a FREE 1 day menu of no-cook recipes.

These are my top 5 MUST HAVES for making hiking and backpacking with a baby a more fun, safe, and hassle-free experience.

In this devotion from the Winter 2025 Newsletter, Jordan details the prophecies in Isaiah that point to Jesus as the Messiah.

I took my friend and her one year old backpacking for the first time last Summer. It was a fun, valuable learning experience for both of us!

This 20 mile stretch isn't easy. The steep climbs are a grind, and there's not much to see after the first mile and a half. And yet it...

The Infantino Carry On is the most supportive, comfortable, and affordable carrier I've found for hiking and backpacking with a little one.

Backpacking with an 8 week old baby wasn't easy, but it was certainly worth it! Here's what we learned from the experience...

Here are five more reading recommendations sure to entertain and inspire on those long, cold Winter nights.

In this devotion from the Fall 2024 newsletter, we learn about the peace and strength we have in Christ regardless of our circumstances.

I started writing this post back in 2021, and finally finished it in 2024. Just one month before Hurricane Helene devastated the...

In this devotion from the Spring/Summer 2024 newsletter we see in Nehemiah what it means to remain courageous in the face of opposition.

These 5 things really made backpacking during pregnant a much easier experience. They're a MUST have for any adventuring moms-to-be!

During pregnancy it helps to have some cute clothes you feel confident hitting the trail in! Here's what I wore hiking when I was pregnant.

Here's a short, straightforward review of the Sierra Designs DriDown Pillow.

Here's a short, straightforward review of the Revel Gear Camping Lights.