Jackie Semmens

Jackie Semmens

Jackie is a coffee-lover, writer and a mom of three young children living in Helena, MT. She thought that hiking might help tame her children’s wild spirits, and co-leads a Hike it Baby branch. All that hiking only made her crew wilder, but in a good way. Before kids she enjoyed reading, knitting and baking, but now she enjoys making it to bedtime.

22 Fun Stops Between Glacier and Yellowstone

22 Fun Stops Between Glacier and Yellowstone If you’re family is one of the thousands who plan on road-tripping between two of our nation’s favorite …

Mental Health for Moms

Mental health for moms: How the outdoors can support your mental health If there is one silver lining to come out of this difficult time …

Road Trip Hacks for Kids

Road Trip Hacks for Traveling with Kids Road tripping with kids is not for the faint of heart. Whether you’re driving an hour to check …

The lifehandle is laying on the ground. It is a gray strap, similar to a backpack strap, with reflective strips. It has a silicone handle at the bottom, with a fabric loop handle and a carabiner at the end of it.

Lifehandle review

What is the Lifehandle? The Lifehandle is a versatile sling that allows you to carry gear, equipment, and even kids with a little more ease. …

Hiking and Camping with IBS

Hiking Camping with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It’s not a fun topic to talk about, but it’s even less fun when your …

Fall Microadventure Ideas for Families

Adventures for fall near home Autumn is here! And we’re ready to get outside for some fall family microadventures. After a hot, hot summer, we’re …

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