Inspiring families to connect through simple authentic adventures
A road trip is a classic American tradition that provides an opportunity to escape the daily grind, see new sights, and create memories that last a lifetime. Learn how the scenic byways and discovering hidden gems with 30+ days on the road shaped our family gap year.
Looking at your current situation can be an asset allowing you to explore a completely different life. By thinking a little bit differently, the Jurek Family is able to live differently and explore narrow and winding roads in life.
Camping and skiing are two adventures that shape our first week of our family gap year. In this episode we walk you through our first week and share insights of camping and skiing as a family of 5 in an RV kicking off our family gap year in January from Wisconsin.
2022 was quite the year. As a family we had considerable changes this year repositioning ourselves as we embark on a family gap year, a break from traditional work and school for an extended period of time, in 2023. Brent and I both ended traditional W2 employment and the kids will finish out the semester … Read more
Ordinary Sherpa is a brand designed to support families connecting through adventure based on the pillars of simplicity, authenticity, and connection. In this episode we walk through these brand pillars and how we approach gifting experiences.
With less than 2 months until go-day, I am finding the hardest part is balancing present with future. We have set our departure date to be in mid January for a couple reasons. Part of our current update has more to do with the current time of year and less to do with our departure … Read more
I am officially a published author. My book Beyond Normal: a field guide to embrace adventure, explore the wilderness, and design an extraordinary life with kids is publicly available. While it is easy to think this is a summit experience, and I certainly am taking time to celebrate this accomplishment, I also know this is the beginning … Read more
How to get motivated to adventure with kids can be challenging. On this episode we talk through how to work through low energy seasons.
Adventure and Travel lifestyles often catch us in the “once in a lifetime” experiences suggesting we need to do all.the.things. Jess walks us through her journey which demonstrates the power of slowing down on her ideal journey to an adventurous lifestyle.
Liz went after an intention and dream after years of it being on the dream list. Beyond the romance and allure of an adventure like the Camino is also the realness and confidence that is gained in doing hard things.