Our Taranaki Expert is Jenn Julian, mum of two, Outdoor Educator, and Founder of Trails & Tots. 

Jenn is an experienced educator, with a Masters degree in Outdoor Experiential Education, Curriculum and Pedagogy. She has taught Outdoor Education for just about every age group, facilitating a wide variety of skill-based and experiential learning in the outdoors.  

Originally from Canada, and married to a kiwi, Jenn has called Taranaki home since 2017. Through a combination of work, volunteering efforts and personal adventures (both with and without her kids), Jenn has explored the Taranaki region thoroughly. Jenn feels passionate about inclusivity and accessibility of time in nature and started Trails & Tots during her maternity leave with hopes of providing meaningful experiences and connection for whanau around Taranaki.

She has goals of extending resources across Aotearoa to help reach and support more parents looking to recreate outdoors with their children. You can follow Jenn's adventures and tips for getting outdoors with tamariki on her Instagram: @trailsandtots  

Jasmine was raised in the outdoors in Mārahau, near Motueka, and is determined to give her kids similar experiences as they grow!

She started the Instagram page, Kiwi Kids Outdoors, to share her families experiences, and inspire others as they build up their outdoor adventures.

She also shares ideas, tips, and cool outdoor spots to head with young kids and it is the hub for information about a fortnightly parent hiking meet-up she is facilitating in Christchurch. 

Lindsey Beumer

Keith Finley