👋 Meet the Founders Behind ExploreMore

Hi! We’re the Cotteys—Haley and CJ, a husband-and-wife duo passionate about helping families and individuals reconnect with nature through accessible outdoor adventures in Dallas and beyond.

Meet the Founders Behind ExploreMore

We met in college and instantly bonded over our shared love of the outdoors. Haley spent 40 days backpacking in Wyoming with Solid Rock Outdoor Ministries, while CJ tackled a 23-day trip through the Colorado backcountry with Outward Bound. One year later, we were married—and our love for nature has only grown since then.

🌿 Why We Started ExploreMore

As outdoor lovers raising two adventurous daughters, we found ourselves constantly chasing the mountains—but missing out on the incredible trails, rivers, parks, and green spaces right here in North Texas.

We realized we weren’t alone. People would often ask us:

  • “How do I hike with toddlers?”

  • “What gear do I need to start hiking?”

  • “Where can I go nearby that’s safe and beginner-friendly?”

  • "Are there even trails in Dallas?"

So we launched ExploreMore—a business built to help people feel equipped, confident, and excited to explore the outdoors right where they live.

🚶 What We Offer

From our free TrailBingo app to hands-on experiences like hike and yoga classes, we’re creating tools and community events that make it easy (and fun!) to:

  • Discover local trails and outdoor spaces

  • Participate in hike and yoga events

  • Earn rewards and prizes for completing TrailBingo cards

  • Learn Leave No Trace principles, trail etiquette, and beginner-friendly outdoor skills

  • Support small businesses and local outdoor initiatives

Whether you’re a stressed-out parent looking for peace through yoga in the park or a curious explorer wanting to discover local trails and hike more with your family, we’re here to help you ExploreMore.

💚 Our Mission

We believe that freedom, fun, and clarity are found by unplugging, slowing down, and getting outside. Whether it's hiking in the mountains or exploring a park just ten minutes away, nature is for everyone—and we’re here to help you find it.

🙌 Join the Movement

We still love traveling to the mountains, but our hearts are just as invested in helping you discover, explore and fall in love with your local trails. Let’s hike, stretch, laugh, and support local communities—together.

🧭 Download the TrailBingo app, join a hike and yoga class, or follow us on Instagram at @exploremore.fun to get started!