About
There’s a certain feeling we get when we awake in the morning knowing the day will be spent outside. The air is cool the world is quiet and the promise of a new adventure waits just beyond the door. It’s a feeling of anticipation excitement and freedom all wrapped together. That feeling is what guides our family and it’s what inspired ‘Awake to Adventure’.
We’re a family of four based in Grand Junction, Colorado and the outdoors has always been our favorite place to reconnect. Whether we’re loading up the van planning our next trail adventure or exploring a small town tucked away from the crowds these simple moments are when we feel most alive.
Our adventures are rarely extravagant or complicated. Most of the time they are planned weekend trips, scenic drives, mountain bike trails, or quiet hikes where the kids can run ahead and we can breathe a little deeper. We have learned that adventure doesn’t require a passport or a long itinerary. It simply requires the willingness to step outside.
Awake to Adventure is where we share the places we love, the trails we explore, and the practical tips that help make traveling with kids feel easier. We focus on smaller towns, nature trails, and family-friendly experiences because those are the places where we find the most joy. And we share the details we always look for ourselves — the parking, the timing, the little things that help families feel prepared instead of overwhelmed.
Here you’ll find stories from our travels, van life insights, scenic routes worth taking, and helpful guides for planning your own adventures. Our hope is that you feel encouraged inspired and ready to explore the beauty around you.
We’re grateful you’re here!
Here’s to fresh air open spaces and days filled with simple unforgettable moments.
Welcome to Awake to Adventure!
Start by reading our first blog post – Welcome to the Adventure.