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Join us at Turkey Run State Park on Saturday May 2nd, 2026 at 10 a.m. for the 4th “Paul’s Memorial Hike for Mental Health”. This year we will start with a breakfast (donations accepted but not required) at 10 a.m. with the hike(s) to follow at around 11:00 a.m. The purpose of this hike is to remember my son by sharing in his love for adventures in the great outdoors, to bring awareness and break the stigma of mental illness, and to raise funds in a partnership with HIKE for Mental Health. Hike for Mental Health gives 100% of the proceeds to mental health research as well as to conserve wilderness trails so that others can maintain their mental health by enjoying hiking on trails.
Paul always enjoyed the outdoors and could be found out camping, fishing, hiking, backpacking, trail riding, and rock climbing. Paul struggled with mental health issues at various stages of his life and at varying levels, however he seemed to be at his best when he would spend time investing in himself by doing the things he loved outside. Unfortunately Paul lost the battle by taking his life in March of 2023. As tragic as this was I know his loss can be used to have a positive impact if we can remember the fun loving, free-spirited side of Paul by enjoying one of the things he loved. Hiking!
This is also an opportunity for others that have suffered similar losses to remember their loved one. I encourage anyone that has lost a loved one due to a mental health issue to join me in making a memory board to honor them and bring awareness to break the stigma to seeking out mental health treatment.
HIKE DETAILS:
When: May 2nd, 2025 – 10 am breakfast followed by an 11am hike until we are done. Feel free to come to just the breakfast, just the hike, or both!
Where: Turkey Run State Park. “Base Camp” will be at the Tennis Court Shelter which is at the end of the parking lot to the west of the nature center.
Fees: Unless you have an annual Indiana state parks entrance pass, there is a $7 entrance fee for in state residents and a $9 entrance fee for out of state residents. There are no fees to participate in the hike. Donations are requested but not required for the breakfast. You can also give to Paul’s Memorial Hike thru the Hike for Mental Health site on before, during or after the hike if you choose. I will post a QR code as soon as one is available.
Please consider attending the hike, making a donation, leaving a message, or sharing this page in order to help others in their battle with mental illness!
Thank you,
Brad Young
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.
Want to join a hike yourself? Visit our hike schedule.