Diana Lapp, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and founder of Inner Strength Counseling Services, exemplifies the mission of HIKE for Mental Health through her dedication to promoting mental wellness via nature and community. She organizes the Walk & Get Inked fundraiser, which combines hiking and creative expression, raising significant funds while fostering healing and connection within the community.
On May 3rd, something truly special unfolded—Walk & Get Inked for Mental Health brought together individuals from all walks of life
Editor’s note: Gina has been a regular contributor to our website content for nearly two years, sharing news and perspective
What an amazing day, filled with laughter, friendship, support, and above all, heroes in all shapes and sizes for the
Summit Mt. Washington 2025 is in the books, and what an amazing year it was! The weather was absolutely perfect,
Graphic courtesy of Karen Viola and Climbing Tree Studio. Every Sole Counts, Every Step Heals For our 9th annual #hikeOctober,
National Trails Day, on the first Saturday in June, recognizes the incredible benefits federal, state and local trails provide to
Following is a guest post by Eric Kohlhepp. Read it. You’ll be happy you did. According to the dictionary, “hiking”
Lately, I’ve been spending some time on the weekends organizing my photographs from the last 28 years of backpacking. I
This week, I’ve been reading the news of hurricane Helene’s devastation in the southern Appalachians, and especially western North
