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Goal is $1,200
$2,422 donated
To mark the auspicious occasion of our 5th annual Hike for Mental Health, the club is combining hiking forces with a former White Plains Kiwanis member who moved to Ithaca but will always be a friend to this club. Karen will be hiking 100 miles on the Appalachian Trail in Maine to Mount Katahdin a few days prior to the Cranberry Lake Preserve hike the club is doing on September 27th.
We also decided to honor the lives of three special loved ones who struggled with mental illness and died by suicide, Alex earlier this year; Michael and Marc a few years ago. Whether fresh or ever-lingering, our grief fuels our determination to support the worthy cause of supporting scientific research and programs aimed at alleviating suffering from mental illness. The spirit and character of these people will be celebrated always, their families and friends’ lives enriched by having known them:
Alex Muzio was a true family guy, he loved his girls, the great outdoors, nature, animals, and listening to his music. He was very creative and enjoyed playing the guitar.
Michael Harrington was a ray of energy and creativity who loved living in the mountains and white-water kayaking. He thru-hiked the Appalachian Trail in 2005.
Marc Sindell was a generous and gentle soul who cared deeply about others. He enjoyed photography, swimming, and long, contemplative walks outdoors.
Details about the group hike at Cranberry Lake Preserve, located at 1609 Old Orchard St, West Harrison, NY:
We are meeting on September 27th at noon, rain or shine, and are allowing two hours for the hike. We will decide which trail or combination of trails to explore on the day of the event depending on the weather. The perimeter red trail loop is the longest, and only 2.4 miles. The terrain has very gentle slopes with occasional muddy parts by the lake, a few rocks and roots, and has a combination of both wide and narrow sections of trail. Note that dogs are not allowed, and we must carry out what we carry in. This is a designated biodiversity reserve area with a rich history including some remains of a 19th century farmhouse. The 190-acre preserve hosts a variety of habitats including a four-acre lake, cliffs, mixed hardwood forest, vernal pools, and a swamp. Over 100 years ago, the high-quality gneiss rock in this place was quarried to complete the Kensico Dam.
Please consider making a donation, leaving a message, or sharing this page. Thank you!
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.
Donations
Andrew Sindell
$50
Way to go, White Plains Kiwanis!
Laura
$50
I hope to join you this year!
Bruce MacDonald
$100
Let’s go White Plains Kiwanis!
Andy and Gail Wainer
$100
Let’s go Kiwanis !
Karen and Philip Viola
$50
Karen’s trek will be hard, but not nearly as hard as enduring the pain of mental illness. With love and light to our cousins, the Muzio family.
Sue Rogers
$25
Way to go, Andrew!
Julio & Pamela Muzio
$100
Thank you very much for doing this
David Sloane
$36
Andrew, Sorry to hear about your uncle. This is a terrific way to honor his memory.
Barbara Mink
$50
Karen Viola, what a wonderful thing! Thanks for representing.
Kevin Coombs
$100
Have a safe journey Karen!
Yvonne Rogalski
$50
Wishing you all the best on your hike, Karen!
Heather Campbell
$25
I wish you dry days and a light pack!
Adam & Jeney
$25
Ann and Mark Harrington
$100
Thank you for honoring our dear sweet Michael with your hike. May each step bring you closer to the Great Creator Spirit who lives, moves and breathes throughout this beautiful, miracle filled universe. 🕊🙏💞
Rev. Karen Hagen
$100
Honoring Michael Harrington and all the love he bestowed upon this world. Honoring the love of his family!
Jane
$100
Thank you for honoring Michael Harrington.
Munna Rubaii
$25
Have a great hike, Karen.
Tom and Laura
$150.00
Maurine and Joe Larkin
$100
This donation is in honor of my nephew, Michael Harrington — Thank you for acknowledging Michael in this very special walk
MB James
$100
Stay warm, stay dry, and don’t lose the map!
Liza Hardy-Braz
$25
In honor of Michael Harrington
Anonymous
$25
ALLEN SINDELL
$180.00
Thanks for your efforts to raise money to fight an underfunded illness.
Tovah
$36
Double chai……..chai for you & chai for your uncle
Jamie Sindell
$50
Love you, Andrew Sindell!
Pence Family
$100
Thank you for you for helping break the stigma around mental health!
Arlene & Jack
$25
Mike Harrington’s Dad
$100
Hike w4622ith joy
Joanne E Reed
$50
Good Luck White Plains Kiwanis
Madeleine Payamps
$25
Angela Valente-Muscolino
$200
Zachary White
$100
Zack,
I wanted to personally say how impressed and inspired I am by your participation in the HIKE for Mental Health. Your commitment to supporting two very important causes for mental health awareness and wilderness trail preservation is truly commendable. This initiative is a fantastic representation of the core values you have and similar values we share as a team. Your dedication to making a positive impact is something to truly admire.
Wishing you the best of luck on your hike. Cheering you on every step of the way!
Best, Christine Ricci
Rob Crowley
$25
Whatever terrain comes, cross through!
Toni Cantone
$20
Zack
$25
Thanks cousin Karen! I have fond memories of Alex ( his uncle). Everything said about him is so true. I was impressed by him holding on for years along with his brother Andy, a couple of stuffed swan I gave them. Fr Chris Gibson