3 must haves for a woman’s backpacking trip
It's pretty common. I get this question literally all the time. What do I need to get started? I feel like I have no idea what that would entail or where to go buy gear or where to even begin. So let's start with the basics and move forward from there. It's really...
A new me in 2023
I'm not sure how to start this post. Maybe it's because I am not sure how much to share with you all or maybe it's because I really have no idea what I am going to say. So I will treat this like anything else and just do it anyway. 2022 brought a lot of hardship and a...
What an Idaho adventure session looks like: hiking at Camel’s Back Park
Whenever I get approached to do a photo adventure session with a family I ask, and we actually discuss at length, what activity the family would like to do. And when hiking is the goal, I not only look at the kids and their ages, but I look at the families ability. I...
Hiking and whistle safety while adventuring with kids
Often, the subject comes up about how to teach your kids to be safe in the outdoors. Ans this subject is very extensive and can be lengthy when we discuss it only because that subject is very broad. But one thing, above all else, that needs to be taught to our...
Top 5 things to bring hiking with kids
When it comes to kids being out in nature, you want them to have fun but you also want to make sure you are prepared for the things they need when something goes awry. And believe me, something will eventually go awry! So let's talk about the things we need to make...
What an Idaho Adventure Session looks like: hiking around Craters of the Moon
Oftentimes, people like to go outside of the Treasure Valley to have their photo taken with their family. And because I am a photographer that enjoys adventures, I am that person that will follow you all over the depths of Idaho to enjoy that time with you. Not only...
Three astonishing Idaho State Parks you must not miss
There are 27 state parks in Idaho. Luckily, a lot of them lie somewhere near the southwestern region near Boise. I am going to list a couple of my favorites because frankly, they are just so beautiful! You need to see them all! 1. Bruneau Sand Dunes Bruneau Sand Dunes...
3 most popular family friendly hikes near Boise
We are a big hiking family. For scouts, we were working on an accomplishment that took us to hike 20 miles in one day. Now, will I say that was easy? Absolutely not. However, it was extremely worth it. We also learned of a few places along the way that I thought I...
5 Epic Places to Take Family Photos in the Treasure Valley
There is one thing for certain about this place we call Idahome. We are in no way short of beautiful things to see and amazing places to experience. Gorgeous scenery is all around us and we have a multitude of places to visit that will bring a smile to your face....