“I have a newfound urge to explore and I have groups/sites like “Hike Like a Woman” to thank. Thanks for fueling my Wanderlust, ladies.”

” I enjoy reading about other women’s adventures, trials, and triumphs. Women face different challenges on the trail than men do, so it’s nice to have input from others on how to handle different situations.”

“Hike Like a Woman is an empowering community! I love the education and being able to connect with my tribe. Keep up the great work!”

“Reading about other ladies adventures! Being in Alaska we have a small limited window of summer hiking and I love seeing the rest of the United States through others eyes. “

“I love the HLAW page and the online friendships formed by encouraging other women to get outdoors. I especially love the summer challenges.”

“I love the easy access to great info on this site. It also helps fuel the flame of passion for hiking and brings you together with others that live it as much as you!”

“I love this community because I was made to feel at home here. I was in a bad horse accident 4 years ago that ruined my shoulder, bad knee, good knee, and one foot, along with 7 teeth. I was laid up for a little over a year between my surgery and physical therapy. I gained a lot of weight and had problems walking. With the first hiking challenge last year, it made me get out and try again. I struggled all summer last year, and got lots of encouragement from the group. I even did my first ever peak hike for the challenge. Thought I was going to die, and cried a lot, and wanted to quite, but I made it!!! Two weeks later, I did another peak! This year, I have backslid a lot, but I am trying to get out hiking again. I use my pack goats when I can to carry my packs, and it helps a lot, but where we have been hiking lately, they are not allowed. So I lighten my load on the peaks Just did another one a few weeks ago) and with the help of my daughter, I keep going. I think I would still be pretty much a couch potato if I hadn’t stumbled across this group, thanks!”

“HLAW is accessible. I am not a long distance hiker, but I like to go for extended walks! HLAW allows for all kinds of hikers and hikes. It’s inspiring. It’s beautiful. “

“I like how it supports women who want to try new things and be bold, and not focus on how pretty we are!”

“Hike Like A Woman is a community that supports and encourages women to pursue adventure without limitation. That philosophy is crucial to further empowering women from all generations and cultures.”

“Hike like a woman gives the courage to be out there on my own. The tips and stories reassure me that I am not on my own. Thank you! “