In honor of Latinx Heritage Month, we’re taking it back to the trail. Not just for the hike—but for the real ones who came before us. The stories we weren’t always told. The parts of us that still remember.
We’ll journal, reflect, and ask questions that don’t always have easy answers:
✨ Who were our people beyond their struggle?
✨ What got lost—and what still lives in us?
✨ How do we reclaim what still belongs to us?
It’s not about having it all figured out. It’s about showing up—with our joy, grief, curiosity, and cultura—and doing it together.
Come hike, reflect, and be in good company. Let’s remember where we come from.
Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Bear Mountain
Level: Moderate (must be okay with steps!)
Photo courtesy of Hike the Hudson Valley
Distance: 3.5 miles
About the hike: Check out this 3.5-mile out-and-back trail in Bear Mountain, NY—a semi-challenging route. The trail winds through lush forests, rocky outcrops, and stairs before leading you to Perkins Memorial Tower, an iconic 1934 landmark with epic panoramic views of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania on clear days.
breakdown:
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM: Welcome/Smudging/Introductions
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM: Hike in
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM: Replenish + Guided Journaling at the summit
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM: Hike back/Closing circle
Optional: Post-hike lunch at a nearby gastropub or diner, whatever is tastier.
Here’s what to expect:
🥾 A grounding spiritual hike
✨ Energy cleansing with ethically-sourced sage or Palo Santo
💬 A supportive space to connect with like-minded women of color
what’s included:
Energetic cleanse with Sage and/or Palo Santo
Grounding Meditation
Guided Spiritual Hike
Reclama Journal and Gel Feather Pen
Guided Sharing Circles
CBD Oil by Tonic Vibes
What to Bring:
Comfortable hiking shoes (the terrain is mostly flat, but there are some rocky areas). If not, sturdy sneakers that aren’t mesh.
Water and snacks for a peaceful break at one of the viewpoints.
sliding scale exchange:
$66, $77, or $88
Bring a friend for $111 (for two spots)
Please Note: Refunds are not available but transfers are. In case of inclement weather (heavy snow or rain), the hike will be rescheduled.
WHY HIKE?
It boosts endorphins, reduces stress and helps keep you present. By allowing ourselves to be unapologetically spiritual in a place like the outdoors, we honor and affirm how we take up space in the world.
WHY JOURNAL?
The peace you get from being out on a hike naturally leads to personal reflection because your mind is super clear and you’re tapped into your highest self. Writing in this state is a powerful way to connect with yourself and what you want out of life. Once the pen hits the paper, anything is possible.
SIDE EFFECTS OF HIKING WITH US INCLUDE:
Spiritual freedom as we unapologetically take up space in nature, self-esteem on point, nature high that lasts about a week, inner peace, remembering who the fuck you are, feeling grounded, deep connection with nature, appreciation for ancestral land a.k.a. Pachamama, self-revelations through journaling, and the sassiness to stand in your power. You’ll always walk away from a hike feeling better than how you came in.