Trailbound Trips

01/24/2025

Winter hikes have begun!! Last week, we conquered the Glacial Park kames, saw eagles & bluebirds, and then on to Deer Grove this week with the new snow and beautiful ravines. So great to be outside in these forests!
Join us next week at Lakewood Forest Preserve for a fabulous boost to your week!

01/18/2025

Once in a while, Trailbound likes to highlight a hiker, "Someone you should know". Georgianne Harms brings to our community her creative and thoughtful heart through writing. She also happens to be teaching creative writing at Harper this spring.. a bonus for all! Catch her on the trails this winter and spring to get to know this beautful woman.

01/07/2025

Good morning!! We all know it's good for us on many levels to get outside with friends and hike. Here is one article about getting outside this winter I thought you'd like. Join us for winter day hikes starting next week!

Don't let winter get you down! Get Outside and start reaping the proven mental and physical benefits of spending just 2 hours a week in nature

12/19/2024

https://abc7chicago.com/survivor-reminds-others-not-ignore-heart-attack-signs-symptoms-ahead-holiday-gatherings/15669665/
Did anyone know that more heart attacks occur over the holidays than any other time of the year?
Here is the story of Trailbound Hiker, Chris Betz, aka "Mountain Mama".. We are so grateful for this miracle, and that she is with us today!

The winter holidays can turn deadly as research shows that more people die from heart attacks during the last week of December than at any other time of the year.

12/17/2024

Trailbound hiker, Chris Betz, wants to encourage you all to "watch your stress" this holiday season. She is being interviewd by ABC today, about how anyone can have a Heart Attack, and will be telling her story. See her interview today, during the 6:00 news (probably close to 6:20ish)

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12/06/2024

Trailbound wildwomen covered alot of ground this week. A trip to the Chicago Riverwalk, Cancer Survivor's Garden, Millennium Park, and carolling at the Christmas tree was a hit. We also recommend the new Washington House for lunch with food from around the world.

11/07/2024

So sorry! A little late posting the River Trail walk. The colors were magnificent! And the company was delightful. 🍁

10/29/2024

Today was our end of season "Celebration Hike" through Deer Grove, followed by an amazing Potluck Lunch. Feeling super "Lucky Ducky", as we walked through crunchy leaves, had sunshine on our shoulders, and time to laugh with friends.
Next on the list: A couple of Urban hikes in Chicago, and then onto Winter hikes... stay tuned!

10/14/2024

Another new hike for Trailbound at Spring Valley in Schaumburg! We had a great combination of wilderness, native trees with plant markers and experiencing life on a farm during the 1800's with a German immigrant family. Super fun days!

10/06/2024

Who knew? Paul Douglas Preserve is more than just the paved bike trail. There are miles of biking and hiking trails immersed in the forest as well! We hiked over 3 miles through much diversity, Oaks, Maples, Black Walnut, Sycamore and the largest Buckthorn any of us had ever seen! Two hours didn’t seem long enough! TBT did it again! Thank you Cairn for your leadership and finding lost keys today! 🥰

10/02/2024

We had a supreme trip to Devil's Lake last week. 3 days full of rock scrambling, hiking high above the lake, kayaking, bonfires and laughter. These were truly adventerous and uplifting days for the Trailbound wild women

09/29/2024

Today we experienced “Forest Immersion”, a.k.a. “Forest Therapy” at Reed-Turner Preserve. It was a perfect morning…. Wind, yellow, brown and red colors, acorns, the scent of fall in the air, wildflowers and friendship.

Julie, our certified Forest Therapy guide, directed us to focus on the nature that surrounded us. We experienced peace, forest movement, beautiful sights and smells. It was an inspiring morning. Something we should enjoy more of in our busy lives!

09/14/2024

What a beautiful day for a fun bike ride at Fort Sheridan! ☀️🚲

We are stronger than we know! (Quoting Cairn ☺️ after a long, gentle? 😁 uphill section.) We rode, we laughed, we talked, and we learned some history about the area. Shared experiences with some amazing women!

09/13/2024

Any one want to join me at Citizen's for Conservation fundraiser, "Ignite the Night"? Saturday, Sept. 21 in Barrington. Live bluegrass music, unlimited food and drink, and HUGE bonfire. $70.00 presales.
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Join Citizens for Conservation in Barrington Hills as we welcome autumn with a blazing bonfire under the full moon! Saturday, September 21, 5-10 PMRain or Shine! Tickets Include: - Cookout dinner from 5-8 PM- Beer…

09/13/2024

We have a new favorite trail, the Jean & John Greene Nature Preserve!! We decided we were "Better together" as we explored the trails with new friends.

09/09/2024

1st week of hikes at Jelke Creek Bird Sanctuary! Beautiful rollling hills that were recently restored with native seedlings in 2011. We loved all the goldenrod and the enormous cottonwood. We guessed this granddaddy tree to be nearly 300 years old!

08/06/2024

So happy to be on the trail again!! We biked and then explored the Botanic Gardens. Fabulous day with wild women of Trailbound!