Hiking gave me my life back
A SUMMARY OF THE RESEARCH AND MY STORY Mental health, defined by the World Health Organization, is a “state of well-being in which the individual … Read more…
How do you #hikeOctober?
Fall is here! This is my favorite time of year to hike. I love seeing the leaves changing colors, feeling the crisp air, and the warmth of the sun on my face. It’s a magical time. Fall also signals to me that it’s time to gear up and get engaged in HIKE for Mental Health’s month-long campaign, #hikeOctober.
Read more...Green Exercise and Mental Performance
This post is the third article in weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a scientific and a first-hand perspective. … Read more…
Mental Health Awareness Week
While growing up, for many of you visiting your physician for a wellness check-up started in infancy. It was just something that your parents/guardians did … Read more…
Nature and Adversity
This post is the third article in weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a scientific and a first-hand perspective. … Read more…
Walking, Thinking, and Optic Flow
This post is the second article in weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a scientific and a first-hand perspective. … Read more…
10th Annual Summit Mt Washington breaks records
Wow! 2021 was milestone year for our annual hike up Mount Washington, and it did not disappoint! Many thanks to the hike organizers, leaders, sweeps, … Read more…
Why Are Hikers So Friendly?
This post begins a weekly five part series exploring the mental health benefits of hiking, from a scientific and a first-hand perspective. The author has … Read more…
Spotlight on IASP
Today we end our special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog on suicide awareness and prevention on World Suicide Prevention Day. There are … Read more…
National Suicide Prevention Week: Spotlight on AFSP
Welcome back to this special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog. This is National Suicide Prevention Week and today is about shining a … Read more…
Suicide Prevention: Awareness
Welcome back to day two of this special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog. As we continue our discussion around the difficult topic … Read more…
Suicide Prevention – Let’s Get the Facts
Welcome to what will be the first many posts here on the HIKE for Mental Health blog this week. This is National Suicide Prevention Week … Read more…
National Suicide Prevention Week
Hello everyone! This is a special edition of the HIKE for Mental Health blog and for a special reason. This week is National Suicide Prevention … Read more…
School starting soon? Get the kids outside!
Hello and welcome back! As you are reading this all across the country parents, students, and teachers are preparing to enter the new school year. … Read more…
#hikeOctober’s Fifth Annual Campaign
Help Spread the Word! HIKE for Mental Health’s fifth annual #hikeOctober campaign is live! Sign up at hikeoctober.org. This year our theme is “HIKE for … Read more…
Introducing a new series from Heather Lawson
Welcome to what will be the first of many monthly posts on all things related to mental health here at HIKE for Mental Health. Hello! I am Heather Lawson, a National Board Certified Licensed Professional Counselor and lover of hiking and the great outdoors.
Read more...Preparation, Challenges, and Adventure – Zachariah Nagy on Thru Hiking
First, the Pacific Crest Trail, then the Tahoe Rim Trail, the Benton Mackaye Trail, and others. Now, Zachariah Nagy’s sights are set on the Continental … Read more…
Congratulations to our newest Board member, Brayden Donnelly!
I am pleased to announce that, at our annual Board of Directors meeting earlier this week, Brayden Donnelly was elected as a new member of the Board. He joins co-founders Leo Walker, Tom Kennedy and Nancy Kozanecki who will continue their service on the Board.
Read more...Pearland Veterans Day Walk supports vets battling PTSD at Camp Home
Last evening, the Pearland Veterans Day Walk planning team was honored to present Texas Outreach Manager Zack Alexander from Camp Hope & the PTSD Foundation … Read more…
$14,000 for the Pacific Crest Trail Association
HIKE for Mental Health is pleased to announce the donation of $14,000 to the Pacific Crest Trail Association. The donation is made possible by the … Read more…