Emily’s PCT Hike for Mental Health
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Goal: $2,650.00
$775.00 donated
Hi there! My name is Emily and in June 2021, I will attempt a southbound thru hike of the Pacific Crest Trail. The trail spans about 2,650 miles from the US/Mexico border to the US/Canada border. While thru hiking the PCT, I hope to inspire individuals to explore and experience nature. Over the past several years, the time I have spent hiking and backpacking on Michigan’s trails has dramatically helped me to combat stress, process trauma, and has given me tranquil space to think ideas through without societal distractions. I truly believe that time spent in the woods can help achieve balance in anyone’s life. I chose to join a hike with HIKE for Mental Health to help stamp out the stigma of mental illness and conserve wilderness trails.
I would love to raise at least one dollar for every mile hiked on the Pacific Crest Trail. Would you consider making a donation, leaving a message, or sharing this page?
If you would like to follow along on my journey, hop over to my Instagram account: @nelumbo_rising
Thank you for your support! Happy trails!
Emily
1 in 4 families is affected by mental illness.
HIKE for Mental Health is a recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded on the vision of a world in which everyone, including those who suffer mental illness, can find the simple joy of living.
Our mission is to alleviate the suffering of those afflicted by mental illness, eliminate the associated stigma, and foster responsible use of wilderness trails.
As an all-volunteer organization, we distribute 100% of contributions raised by our hikes.
- 80% funds scientific research to understand and treat mental illness
- 20% conserves national wilderness trails
Your donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by the IRS. Thank you for your support.
To learn more, visit hikeformentalhealth.org.
To join a hike click here.
That is awesome Emily!! Good luck on the trail!
My daughter, I am so proud of you. Love you. ❤
Good luck on your amazing journey!!
Have a wonderful time Emily, such a great project.
I support these habits!
Hi Emily,
I am excited you are making this journey and I hope you find everything you are looking for and more on the trail! I am donating to your hike in memory of my brother Neal Hanlin. He completed his triple crown in 2017 and spoke highly (and a little begrudgingly) of the PTC. It was incredibly challenging but incredibly rewarding, and I know he would join me in wishing you every success! I wish he was here to give you some real advise, but all I can do is cheer you on. There is a memorial setup for him (https://www.mykeeper.com/profile/NealHanlin/) if you feel like posting how your hike goes. I think people would enjoy knowing he is still touching lives.
Happy Trails,
Macky Guilherme
Stoked for you!! Kick ass out there!
You rock Emily
This is amazing! Good luck and have the most incredible time!
You’re awesome!
Keep putting one foot in front of the other—cheers!