Trail Mama Hikes

09/06/2026

Section 9 Day Hike Complete!!! 11.2 CHALLENGING MILES!!! FINISHERS!!! More soon!

09/05/2026

Create Good Ripples
Ripple #5
A beautiful woman sees a need and participates in a litter cleanup in White Oak Park in Allegheny County along with several park rangers. A lot of work that happens in parks and on trails is done by volunteers who care about keeping the space pristine for years to come. We all can make a difference!

09/04/2026

IT’S TIME TO START PLANNING MY NEXT BIG TRAIL ~ THRU HIKING THE PACIFIC CREST TRAIL IN 2027!

This is going to take a LOT of preparation — physically, mentally, financially and logistically. And I’m excited to take you along for the process.

So, here we go ~ the next big adventure begins with a plan.

09/04/2026

09/03/2026

CREATE GOOD RIPPLES
Ripple #4

A busy mama has neighbor/friend who is a mother to a 3 year old and a 2 month old. The father is on his first work trip away from their family, and she saw the need ~

So she and her daughters invited them over for a home cooked meal. They played with her 3 year old and cuddled the screaming 2 month old so the mama could have a break. Then they went for an evening walk.

WHAT A GIFT! This is a most beautiful story of love and noticing the needs of others. We are in this together! 💜

09/03/2026

CREATE GOOD RIPPLES
Ripple #3
A kind soul who grows beautiful flowers cut several small bunches for her neighbors. Oh the way the recipients smile ~ so evident the heart is happy, even for a moment.

09/02/2026

Create Good Ripples
Ripple #2

A wonderful spirit who loves to create in the kitchen made a batch of beet hummus and shared it with several friends. A super small, very kind gesture that helped the recipients feel so very loved.

09/02/2026

Celebrating Edward C Schultz III ~ he is ONE HIKE AWAY from completing all 70 miles of the Laurel Highlands Hiking Trail!

Ed's the guy to ask when you have a gear question because, let’s be honest, Ed LOVES gear! Last year, Ed generously donated a lot of gear to me, and that gear has gotten A LOT of use this year. Knowing that his generosity has helped me and others get out on the trail makes me incredibly grateful.

Ed is also a strong hiker who knows how to keep his pack weight down. He is constantly learning, experimenting, and improving, and his willingness to learn is fantastic.

Ed, I am so proud of you! And I'm so grateful to know you! Thank you for your support and friendship! 59 miles down. ONE HIKE TO GO.

09/02/2026

BIG MILESTONE FOR Becky Depp!!!

Last Saturday, she hiked her longest distance ever! Woohoo!

There’s something special about watching someone realize they are capable of more than they thought. I'm so proud of you, Becky! Here’s to the next adventure, the next challenge, and all the miles still ahead. ❤️ Keep showing up yourself!

09/02/2026

Create Good Ripples
Ripple #1
A wonderful soul posted a message for her friend that is doing a marathon. Her friend will hear the message at mile 7 ~ the message is a reminder of how amazing she is and how exciting it is that she gets to show the world her grit, kindness and joy!