Finding My Community One Trail at a Time

Sometimes all it takes is one post on social media to change your life. I saw an invitation from Girls Gone Hiking, attended a social outing, and found a welcoming atmosphere where experience level did not matter.

On a trail, stumbling over a rock can feel like a lesson. Sometimes we trip. We catch ourselves. And we keep moving forward. Progress is not measured by how perfectly we walk the path, but by our willingness to keep putting one foot in front of the other.

Leading brought together my love of the outdoors and my love of community. The best part is watching a nervous newcomer arrive alone and leave laughing with new friends.

Girls Gone Hiking has given me beautiful places to explore, but also friendship, confidence, and purpose. You do not need to have it all figured out. You just have to take the first step.