Hiking Girl With Dog

🌿 July HikeWise is here, and I’m really loving the energy of our spring–summer wellness journey, The Path Back to Well‑Being.

In June, meditation teacher Dan Pfister (Path Ignited) helped us reconnect with our inner steadiness — the nervous system, emotional regulation, and the practices that help us feel grounded day‑to‑day.

This month, sports chiropractor Dr. Erica Witter‑Davis (Range of Motion Chiropractic) brings us back to the body. She shares insight on alignment, mobility, and those early signals your body sends when movement starts to feel harder than it should. Her practical advice makes hiking — and everyday movement — feel more confident and grounded.

Together, their contributions create a more holistic picture of what it means to move through the world with more ease, inside and out. I’m so grateful to both Dan and Dr. Erica for sharing their expertise with our community.

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Happy 4th, friends!
Hope you’re enjoying a relaxing and sunshine‑filled weekend.

🌿 Two Great Opportunities to Hit the Trail This Month

I’m leading two short guided hikes in July, each designed to help you connect with nature, build confidence on the trail, and enjoy movement in supportive community.

July 12 • Malibu
3.1 miles • Moderate • 7:45–10:00 AM

July 18 • San Pedro
2.2 miles • Intro to Moderate • 8:15–9:30 AM

Whether you’re new to hiking or simply looking to enjoy time outdoors, these experiences are a great way to get outside and move.

✨ Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and sign up.

🌿 June on the Trail

I’ve been working closely with three hikers this season — all in their late 60s — as they train for big adventures on the Inca Trail in Peru and the Camino Inglés in Spain.

They started training in April and May, and June has been the month where everything started to click. Strength and endurance are building faster than they expected, confidence is growing with every hike, and small adjustments continue to make a big difference.

Their dedication, consistency, and excitement about these journeys have been such a joy to witness.

🌿 May on the Trail

May brought steady miles, cool mornings, and a lot of heart out on the trail. I’m grateful for May Gray, which brought cooler, overcast mornings and ideal hiking conditions.

With coaching underway for big adventures like the Machu Picchu Inca Trail and the Camino de Santiago Inglés, we spent the month building cardio endurance, uphill strength, and confidence with every climb. A black bear sighting in the Angeles National Forest was a good reminder that we share these trails with wildlife.

What stood out most was watching people show up for themselves and finish tough hills feeling proud and a little surprised by what they could do.

Thank you to everyone who joined us. Looking forward to June on the trail. June Gloom, bring it on.

April brought a full mix of moments on the trail — group hikes, personalized coaching sessions, and a private event with returning financial advisors. Clear skies, green hills, and those perfect spring mornings made every mile feel a little lighter.

We welcomed new clients and reconnected with familiar faces. Throughout the month, I saw people show up for themselves, support one another, and find grounding in the simple act of moving through nature. Nature heals.

Whether we were pacing through a coaching session or sharing conversation on a group hike, each outing added to the rhythm of this community built on movement and connections.

See you on the trails 🌿

Loved this morning’s coaching session—excited for a client training for the Inca Trail. 🌿🥾

🌿 March on the Trail

So many meaningful moments this month — from a refreshing Malibu waterfall hike that gave us a forest‑bathing experience to a grounding morning with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce PVP Young Professionals Group.

We also shared Lisa’s inspiring wellness journey in this month’s HikeWise. Her story is a beautiful reminder of what steady, consistent steps can create.

Read her full story here:
https://mailchi.mp/c63d23b112e0/hikewise-mar26

Grateful for everyone who joined us on the trail. These moments continue to shape our supportive community built on movement and connection.

Such a great way to start the week with the PV Young Professionals Group Hike! 🌿🥾

I really enjoyed partnering with the Palos Verdes Peninsula Chamber of Commerce to bring this together. So grateful to everyone who joined. It was a wonderful opportunity to get to know one another in a relaxed outdoor setting. We even had a few K9 hikers join us, adding a pawsome touch to the experience. 🐾

A unique opportunity to network with like-minded people in a natural setting, unlike any other event. Don’t miss out—only a couple of spots left!

Join our Young Professionals Group for a guided hike by Hiking Girl with Dog in beautiful Palos Verdes.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: To maximize the experience, we are limiting the number of spots.
Location: Rancho Palos Verdes Hiking Trail near Ladera Linda Community Center
Fee: $20/person (water and snacks are included in registration fee)
Register Now: https://business.palosverdeschamber.com/events/details/young-professionals-group-walk-17853?calendarMonth=2026-03-01

📢 Event Update for 3/22

A section of Highway 2 in the Angeles National Forest has been closed indefinitely due to road repairs from last month’s storms. Because of this closure, the original Three Points to Sulphur Springs route is inaccessible until further notice.

New Trail Details:
Level: Ascent Adept-B
Difficulty: Moderate
Dist: 5.1 miles
Elev Gain: 1,030 ft
Est Time: 3.25 hours

Register on the website.