About Intentional Hiking:
An online discussion series focused on our relationship with the environment, our trails, and each other. Together we will convene the hiking community, empower action on social and environmental causes, & encourage hikers to be more intentional and thoughtful while hiking.
Topic: Hiking My Feelings - Find Your Wellness in the Wilderness
Hiking My Feelings is on a mission to improve community health by creating opportunities for people to experience the healing power of nature. Founder Sydney Williams is launching her second book on March 12! Come hear all about turning your pain into power and the exciting year of events scheduled around the country.
In addition:
Have a chance to win a copy of the new book (with a trail journal & stickers)
Have a conversation with other intentional hikers about the topic *read more about the conversation code below.
For this event 2/3 of the donations will be given to Hiking my Feelings. *Donations will appear as a second "ticket" in your order **Donations are not tax deductible unless made directly to a registered non-profit organization.
About the Speaker:
Sydney Williams is the founder of Hiking My Feelings, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the healing power of nature. Her 15-year (and counting) career in communications has run the gamut from launching Oscar Mayer's social media channels and working with Fortune 500 brands to educating the public about the importance of stewardship and equitable access to recreational opportunities. Through it all, she centers empathetic storytelling and allows her curiosity and enthusiasm to lead the way.
Sydney has been featured in Huff Post, Psychology Today, U.S. News & World Report, and on the SXSW stage. She is also a certified Wilderness First Responder, an instructor at the Desert Institute at Joshua Tree National Park, an instructor at the Field Institute at Sequoia National Park, and a founding member of the Outdoorist Oath. Sydney has been nominated for Woman of the Year by San Diego Magazine.
FAQ
Only register if you can attend this event live
A recording of each event (excluding the conversation portion) will be uploaded to the Intentional Hiking YouTube channel.
Each recording will be accompanied by a Conversation Kit which will help you have a discussion on the event's theme with friends and family.
Conversation code
Please engage in these conversations with curiosity, an open mind, and respect.
Lead with kindness and compassion.
Listen to understand; not reply.
No judgement, no advice (unless specifically asked for)
Non-profit Partners
Each guest can choose a non-profit partner of choice to feature during the event.
Attendees can raise money for the non-profit during the registration process by giving a donation.
Donations will be split evenly between the guest, non-profit partner, and host.
Gear Giveaways
Events will feature gear or product giveaways from new or cottage hiking brands.
Need to be present to win.
Event Duration
Each event will last between 60-90 minutes
Event Link
The zoom event link will be sent after registration.
If you do not receive your link at least one hour before the start, please email renee@longdistancetrailconsulting.com