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How Time in Nature Boosts Our Mental Health
In a world where we are becoming increasingly screen-based and spend much of our lives inside, many people have drifted away from their connection to the natural world. Taking intentional actions to reconnect to the natural world can significantly improve our mental health.
Read MorePeace After Loss — Heather’s Tale from the Trail
Grief is a deeply personal journey, but for many nature offers a place of solace and healing. Heather shares how time on the trails has helped her find peace after an immeasurable loss.
Read MoreHiking to Healing Through The Highlands — Shan’s Tale from the Trail
Everyone’s trail to healing and discovery looks different, but every step matters. We’re grateful to Shan for sharing her story with us.
Read MoreThe Trail Saved My Life — Alison’s Tale from the Trail
The trail quite literally saved my life.
I used to be a high level professional classical musician. At the height of my career, I developed a neurological movement disorder that made it impossible to perform. It was the most devastating loss of my life and left me without a sense of meaning of purpose.
Five Nature-Based Mental Health Boosters
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so hit the trails and hike your way to wellbeing! Hiking isn’t just good for your body — it can improve your mood and reduce stress.
Read MoreHiking After the Pandemic – Megan’s Tale from the Trail
Megan’s story is a powerful reminder of how time outdoors can help us heal, grow, and reconnect — with ourselves and each other.
Read MoreAmerican Hiking Joins 71 Organizations in Opposition to Public Lands Sell Off in House Reconciliation Bill
72 organizations call on House of Representatives Leadership to strip the Amodei Amendment 013 from the House Reconciliation Bill.
The languages permits the selling off public lands that belong to all Americans to what is already a sprawling attempt to fast-track resource development for a variety of industries including oil, gas, coal, hardrock mining, and timber.
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