52 Hike Challenge Finisher Stories

Finisher Feature - Cassandra Schneider - Viewfinder

Finisher Feature - Cassandra Schneider - Viewfinder

"This challenge allowed me to see many different parts of the midwest that I never knew existed. I got to see 52 new beautiful views, share some un...

Finisher Feature - Ashley Huhnholz: Adventure Away from Home

Finisher Feature - Ashley Huhnholz: Adventure Away from Home

"It has taken away the dull day to day of work and home and turned our life into one big adventure! It has also allowed us to build amazing memorie...

Finisher Feature - Caitlin Gill: Hiking in the Mountains

Finisher Feature - Caitlin Gill: Hiking in the Mountains

"The 52 Hike Challenge really pushed me to try more challenging trails, and to motivate my friends and family to get out more regularly. My favorit...

Finisher Feature - Stephanie McGuire: Natural Hiking

Finisher Feature - Stephanie McGuire: Natural Hiking

"The space, solitude, and fresh air definitely helped me through this pandemic by giving me time alone to hike & just breathe. I decided to be...

Finisher Feature - Jessica Germata: A Get-Away Hiker

Finisher Feature - Jessica Germata: A Get-Away Hiker

"Participating in the challenge allowed me to “go offline” and truly disconnect from the demands of work. It also helped that there’s no WiFi" Wha...

Finisher Feature - Jesska Daughtery: Hiking is for Everybody

Finisher Feature - Jesska Daughtery: Hiking is for Everybody

"I love new adventures and new trails but this year really pushed me to explore trails closer to home. I hiked my hometown trail 15 times. I used t...

Finisher Feature - Kathryn Vivian: Healthy Challenges

Finisher Feature - Kathryn Vivian: Healthy Challenges

"The 52 hike challenge has shown me it doesn't take much to set aside some time to get out in nature even with a busy schedule. It is a huge stress...

Finisher Feature - Janae Newman: Mountain Hiking with Pup

Finisher Feature - Janae Newman: Mountain Hiking with Pup

"Hiking is healthy for my mind, body and souI. Whether its summiting a 14er, hiking to a remote alpine lake or catching sunrise with my dog, I feel...

Finisher Feature - Elysia Niedernhofer: New Journeys

Finisher Feature - Elysia Niedernhofer: New Journeys

"I love being outside and this challenges furthered my love for it. I loved being  able to spend time each week exploring  a new park, trail, or mo...

Finisher Feature - Edder Silva: Motivation from Nature

Finisher Feature - Edder Silva: Motivation from Nature

"The 52 Hike Challenge made 2020 a bit easier for me. With all that started happening in regards to Covid, It was nice to have something fun to loo...

Finisher Feature - Habibah Jackson: Peaceful Hiking

Finisher Feature - Habibah Jackson: Peaceful Hiking

"I experienced solo hiking during this challenge. I found peace and safety in the outdoors. I could feel my ancestors guiding me along the trails a...

Finisher Feature - Kristin McCormack: Life Changing Hiking Experience

Finisher Feature - Kristin McCormack: Life Changing Hiking Experience

"The 52 hike challenge has been huge for me! I went from someone who didn’t really spend all that much time outside to a person who needs and gains...