Supporting Youth on the Journey of their Lives
At Take a Hike, we believe all youth are capable and have the potential to achieve their dreams. With the right mental health and well-being supports, healthy relationships, and connection to nature, …youth can change the trajectory of their lives and find success—however they define it.
“Take a Hike gave me purpose… Before Take a Hike, I lost hope in the school system… Take a Hike gave me hope that people like me are able to get help.” – Rian, Take a Hike alum
Take a Hike has a powerful, positive impact on youth and communities through improvements in mental and physical well-being, social and emotional development, and academic development.
78%
of youth felt they were better able to cope with their mental health challenges.
77%
of youth felt connected to their peers and the adults in the Take a Hike program.
76%
of youth reported feelings of belonging while in the program.
86%
graduation rate over the past 5 years
These changes have a lasting impact: Take a Hike youth develop the skills they need to become resilient young adults who can face and overcome life’s challenges, including transitioning to further education, finding housing, building healthy relationships, and securing employment.
In our 2022/23 Yearbook, we dive into the achievements made by Take a Hike youth over the year. Hear from Take a Hike alumni, how current youth are doing, and more in our Yearbook.