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Women's hiking and biking adventures! "Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do ... Explore.

Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain

Come explore with us! Join us for:
- Weeklong hiking trips in natures magnificence from coast to coast
- Hiking and biking overnight getaways in the hidden treasures of the Midwest
- Hiking and biking day trips in Northern Illinois' most beautiful wild places

05/04/2026

A new destination for Trailbound, Meacham Grove Forest Preserve in Blooingdale. An Illinois protected preserve, it has acres of trillium! Our trail looped Maple Lake and followed a creek in the woodlands. Such a fantastic spring treat! Thank you Donna for guiding Tue. and Thur.!

04/28/2026

Spring is all about the ephemerals — those fleeting, dazzling wildflowers that carpet the forest floor for only a heartbeat each year. Last week we wandered through Heron Creek and Reed-Turner Woodlands in Long Grove and were met by thousands of these tiny wonders, a confetti of color beneath the trees.
If you can catch them in bloom, these ephemerals reward you with a reminder to slow down, look close, and appreciate the small, spectacular things that make spring sing.

Our next 4 weeks of spring hikes each display a bounty of these beauties.. Come join us :-)

04/21/2026

Destination Savanna, Illinois! Who knew one could have so much fun here? Between exploring the caves of Maquoketa, IA (ask a local how to pronounce) watching baby eaglets in their nest, and soaking in all the wildflowers of the Palisades, we were all wowed!! Thanks to Laura and Barb for helping see and identify all the waterfowl. Thanks to the Trailbound Wild Women who brought the fun and curiousity on the trails!

02/28/2026

The Northwoods Getaway is our most popular and adventurous trip. What a blast we had mushing our own team of dogs through a winter wonderland! Our adventure included snowshoeing, exploring the Eben Ice caves, Tahquamenon Falls, cross country skiiing, pastie making, and even a little dancing. I'm so grateful for Nature's Kennel and all they do to make our experience fabulous, and Sarah from Taquamenon Falls who taught us so much about the winter wildlife while making us laugh. Thank you wild women for saying "Yes" to Trailbound and the Northwoods.

02/20/2026

This week we explored Illinois' first forest preserve, Deer Grove, in Palatine! We loved following the meandering creek through the ravine. We found deer, red-tailed hawks, turkey tail fungus, and spring-like weather!! The icing on the cake was lunch at Jelly Cafe. Great to be with these wild women :-)

02/12/2026

Last night Trailbound launched a new tradition — a night hike under the stars, gently lit by little solar posts. Karen Pogalz led and created the outing, guiding everyone through Lakewood Preserve (one of the few preserves open after dark). We learned about local nocturnal animals, listened to nighttime sounds, and soaked up a truly dark sky. Trailbounders capped the evening with steaming hot chocolate — a perfect après-hike treat.

02/10/2026

Remember the cold we had 2 weeks ago? These brave women hiked the beautiful Hollows with Julie Kanak, following bunny tracks, and learning about blue bunny p*e and binky jumps.

01/23/2026

Have you ever been to Starved Rock in the winter? It is a magical place with icefalls, walking on the frozen creeks, fascinating ice patterns, and soaring eagles. The Trailbound wild women embraced the stairs and fully enjoyed this precious state park.

01/16/2026

Hooray for snow and winter hikes to begin again! We had a fabulous week at Beck Lake, with the range of almost spring like weather to magical snowy days! So great to be together again, OUTSIDE!!!!

12/04/2025

What better way to help you get in the holiday spirit than a 5.5 mile walk in the city with a little Christmas caroling. We enjoyed the Chicago River, Lake Michigan, the dogs at the park, Chicago's Christmas tree, fabulous lunch, and of course, each other :-)

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P. O. Box 701
Palatine, IL
60078

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http://www.trailboundtrip.com/

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