Events

Out, proud and loud? Or maybe not so loud? Being a queer on trail can bring its own challenges. Whether you're a new and aspiring hiker or have thousands of miles on your feet - join us while we explore what it's like to be LBGTQ+ while hiking a long trail. While our focus will be on LGBTQ+ topics, we welcome anyone to join.

Join other new and experienced hikers for a casual & open discussion about anything and everything trail. This session is open topic - so come with your questions, stories, and insights!

Join fellow thru-hikers in this hiker catch-up chat to reminisce about our on-trail experiences and to talk about post-trail life and our future plans. This is a great way to stay connected to the hiking community and talk with people who GET IT.

Join thru-hiker and yoga teacher Anna "Magic" McKinney Smith for a 1-hour FREE yoga class focused on hikers. All levels are welcome (even if you've never done yoga before!). This accessible class will leave you feeling relaxed and connected to the hiking community.

Get inspired with thru-hiker Anjelica Avella and THRU-r host Catmando in this Trail Talk! Anjelica is a woman of color and a plus size hiker who's leading and inspiring in outdoor spaces - and spreading the love for hiking along the way. Join us for an inspiring discussion about hiking for all!

Join in our monthly community bookclub to discuss our book for May/June 2026: "Braiding Sweetgrass." Read the book in May, and we'll discuss the first Sunday in June! In this fun meetup of book and adventure lovers, we'll dive into the main themes, what we loved about the book and storyline, questions and thoughts about the details, and so much more. Let's get into it!

Join other new and experienced hikers for a casual & open discussion about anything and everything trail. This discussion will focus on our favorite shorter hikes we take on in our off-years or for shakedowns of new gear.

Come talk to our newest Triple Crowner who just finished at Springer on Memorial Day 2026! It took "Just Mike" ~5 years to complete the 3 trails

Talk with people who get it! Join other new and experienced hikers for a casual & open discussion about all things long-distance hiking. This is a great way to stay […]

Join in our monthly community book club to discuss our book for July 2026: "Tough Broad." Read the book in June, and we'll discuss the first Sunday in July! In this fun meetup of book and adventure lovers, we'll dive into the main themes, what we loved about the book and storyline, questions and thoughts about the details, and so much more. Let's get into it!

Join fellow thru-hikers in this hiker catch-up chat to reminisce about our on-trail experiences and to talk about post-trail life and our future plans. This is a great way to stay connected to the hiking community and talk with people who GET IT.

Come talk to our newest Triple Crowner who just finished at Springer on Memorial Day 2026! It took "Just Mike" ~5 years to complete the 3 trails