Hikes are a series of therapeutic events that are designed to PREVENT veteran suicide by bringing veterans together using humor and camaraderie to improve mental health. In order to create and maintain this environment of support and understanding, civilians are not allowed to hike – no strollers, baby backpacks, or minor volunteers.

THIS IS NOT AN ATHLETIC EVENT: The hikes are between 6-12 miles, paced at 2-3 miles per hour. There are frequent stops for fellowship and food/beverages, and rucks, weight, and boots are optional.

WHAT TO BRING
SILKIES AND SHIRTS – Silkies are the OFFICIAL HIKE UNIFORM (although not required) and the MINIMUM lower body coverage, and shirts are required at many of our stops.
SUNBLOCK AND HEADGEAR
PHOTO ID
CASH
HYDRATION
EYE PRO
FLAGS – Patriotic, unit, branch,(NO political or religious flags)
EXTRA SOCKS
TRANSPORTATION – plan for a ride if you plan to drink