Hiking, Meditation, Community

Hi, my name is Karen and I like to be outside. There's something really special about wandering, exploring, discovering in our natural environment. For many years, I worked in outdoor and environmental education taking kids and families outdoors, having fun, helping discoveries happen. Now, however, I have an office job and while I can get out and about on my own - I really miss sharing the outdoors with others.

Not to get too far into it here, but the world is a wild place right now. Positive community and mindfulness are more important than ever and I find that the woods, a stream, a meadow are some of the best places to connect with ourselves and others.

A little about me personally - I live in Pike County and run a small business with my husband and his parents. I'm originally from Michigan but relocated here about 8 years ago from Claryville, NY where I was working as an outdoor instructor. I have a 4 year old of my own and several bunnies living in my house. My interests include hiking, camping, yoga, gardening, and replacing my lawn with more beneficial species. I used to make soap and at some point soon I hope to get back into it.

So if you're feeling it, join me in 2026 for hikes and walks and meditation on trails in/around the Pike and Wayne county area. We'll talk about the plants and animals and systems that we see, stop for guided meditation, and maybe we'll even make some tea with plants we see along the way. I'm not sure yet how often/at what interval this will be, it will depend on my own availability and what is going on in my own family and life.

These activities are open to anyone who wants to join, but this will be an inclusive and welcoming space. Racism, sexism, homophobia, and similar will not be tolerated.

This is something I'm doing as a private person who wants to build community. I am not hosing these meetups as a professional of any kind. You are responsible for your own safety and knowing your own limits. There will be no fee for these activities.