Hołdzilee Hiking Strong

10/04/2025

We understand our name may be difficult for most to pronounce even for some Navajos. However, if you understand the importance and meaning of the word, we believe you will appreciate how it reflects our values and mission.

09/23/2025

09/22/2025

Thank you to all the incredible women who joined our backpacking trip this weekend. Grateful for the time, conversations, and miles we shared together on the trail.

09/15/2025

Asked ChatGPT what our name means, here's what AI says:

In Diné bizaad (Navajo language), “Hóldzil” means strength, firmness, or steadfastness.

The suffix “-ei” (sometimes written -éí) is often used as a demonstrative in Navajo — it points out or emphasizes something, like saying “that one” or “the one that is.”

So, “Hóldzileí” essentially means “the one that is strong” or “strength itself.”

✨ It carries a sense of inner resilience, enduring power, and grounded strength — not just physical strength, but also spiritual and emotional steadfastness.

11/17/2024

Happy National Hiking Day!!!

10/10/2024

Info Session,
Q&A hosted by our ceo,
Crystal Carr Cook

This evening,
October 10, 2024
8PM DST

10/07/2024

Our upcoming hike for Women Only Backpacking for beginner backpackers.

Activities include:
1)how to pack your pack?
2) women's safety discussions,
3)cultural representation and environmental considerations,
4) women empowerment in the outdoors-a Navajo holistic approach

If you don't have any of the major backpacking equipment, check out our Equipment Rental Listing on our website: https://www.hikingstrong.biz/general-8
visit our site for more info or to book: https://www.hikingstrong.biz/

If you are interested, but unsure of how to prepare contact for a free Zoom session:

Crystal Carr Cook, CEO, Holdzilei Hiking Strong, LLC
Certified:
Wilderness First Responder
Wilderness First Aid, CPR and Epinephrine Auto-Injector

[email protected]

10/04/2024

Another set of happy hikers. Two are visiting from Alabama. We offer guided day hikes contact.

07/25/2024

Countdown begins 29 more days till Rezduro 2024!

The long awaited registration opens July 26 @ 6:00 AM Rez Time and 5:00 AM MST.