About us
The Growth Hikers – Deep Conversations & Reflection in Nature 🌿🚶♂️
Not just a hiking group—this is for those who want more.
Are you someone who values self-growth, deep conversations, and meaningful human connection? Do you love walking in nature, not just to move, but to think, reflect, and connect on a deeper level?
This group is for curious, introspective, and growth-oriented individuals (20-35) who want to explore both nature and themselves.
What Makes This Group Different?
🌿 Hiking as a journey inward – A mix of silence and deep conversations. No distractions, just nature and real connection.
🧠 Meaningful discussions – Not about small talk, but about life, personal growth, and self-discovery.
🌱 A close-knit community – A space for people who truly want to know themselves and others beyond the surface.
What to Expect?
✅ Monthly hikes in nature (moderate difficulty, 2-3 hours)
✅ A mix of silence and conversation – time to reflect and time to share
✅ People who are open-minded, self-aware, and looking for real connection
❌ No drinking, loud music, or superficial socializing – this is for those who want depth
Who is this for?
🔹 If you love personal growth, deep conversations, and spending time in nature, you’ll fit right in.
🔹 If you’re tired of shallow social events and crave real, meaningful interactions, this is for you.
🔹 If you want to challenge your mind, not just your body, join us.
📍 Hikes take place in and around the Netherlands – locations vary.
📲 Join our WhatsApp group to stay connected! https://chat.whatsapp.com/Bqeq5pJ1R1mJznFAv7zYG3
If this resonates with you, join us for our next hike! 🚶♀️🌿
Upcoming events
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- €5.00
Clarity Walk in Nature — Connect, Reflect & Reset
Pan van Persijn, Wassenaarseweg 152A 2223 LD Katwijk, Katwijk, NLJoin the WhatsApp Group: The Growth Hikers
Are you looking for a simple way to slow down, meet growth-minded people, and get a bit more clarity and direction in your life?
This is a nature walk 🌿 combined with a moment of guided reflection to help you step out of your routine, clear your head, and reconnect with what matters.What we do
We walk in nature at an easy pace, connect with new people, and keep things simple and social.
Most people who join are interested in personal growth, mindset, and having more meaningful conversations than everyday small talk.STRUCTURE OF THE WALK
1. Walking & connecting 🚶♂️
We start with a walk, getting to know each other naturally along the way.2. Lunch break + guided clarity session
We stop for a lunch break. Please bring your own lunch 🥪! After eating, we come together for a short guided session focused on clarity and direction.I’ll facilitate this part with simple questions to help you step back from the daily noise and gain perspective (for example: how you’ve been feeling lately, what’s on your mind, or where you want more clarity or direction).
You’re free to share as much or as little as you want. There’s no pressure to speak.
3. Continue the hike 🚶♀️
After the session, we continue the walk in a light and social way and come back to the initial meeting point.Who this is for
People who:- Want a break from a busy or overthinking mind
- Enjoy being in nature
- Are interested in personal growth
- Prefer real conversations over small talk
- Want a simple reset, more clarity, and a sense of direction
Hike info 🗺️
Location: Pan van Persijn 📍 Distance: ~8 km Time: 11:00–15:30 🕒
How to get there (from Leiden Centraal):
~25 min by bike 🚴
Bus routes: 22 + 90 or 401 + 90 🚌What to bring
- Your own lunch 🥪
- Water 💧
- Comfortable clothes and shoes
- Optional: a notebook 📓 if you want to write during the reflection
About me
I’m a mindset coach, and I host these meetups to create a simple space where people can slow down, connect, and gain clarity and direction.Contribution
Small contribution (€5) to support the organization and keep the group committed.1 attendee
Past events
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