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Unity Soles Hiking SpiritGroup: A Journey for Body, Mind, and Soul

Leads: Steve Thompson and Laura Valoppi

Questions? Click on either name above to email the Team Leads!

Registration is required to consent to the liability waiver and release form. Please find the link below or by clicking here.

Upcoming Hikes:

Date: January 17th  
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: Steve's home (RSVP to get directions)
Rain Date: January 24th

Details: 

  • Easy, level, paved 2‑mile out‑and‑back stroll

  • Tea provided (no coffee) and a warm restroom available before we head out

  • A herd of 34 elk was spotted earlier this week — no guarantees, but a fun possibility

  • Dogs welcome on leash; possible off‑leash with Steve’s approval

  • Plenty of parking available in the yard

 

Date: February 21st  
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: 700 Kaiser Road NW, Grass Lakes Park

Details: 

  • Easy 2‑mile hike, dogs on leash welcome

  • Begins on a paved path, crosses a boardwalk, then continues on a fairly level forest trail with some rocks and roots

  • Optional sack lunch afterward

  • One picnic table available

  • Consider bringing a folding chair

  • If weather is poor, we may choose a nearby café instead

  • Sturdy walking shoes are sufficient

  • Bring water and dress for the weather

 

Please text Steve to RSVP, (360) 878-1649, so he has a head count. Note: If you have not yet filled out the registration form and signed the release waiver, please click here and do so before the hike!

 

Who we are:

Unity Soles Hiking SpiritGroup is a community of nature lovers who seek meaningful connection—physically, emotionally, socially, and spiritually—through monthly hikes and outdoor gatherings. Whether walking the trail or sitting in the stillness, we honor the power of nature to restore, inspire, and unite.

Monthly Hikes Join us for a brisk, less-than-5-mile walk. Join our email list and check the website for upcoming hikes. 

Not a hiker? No problem! Feel free to come along even if you prefer not to hike. Bring a foldable chair, soak in the natural beauty, and enjoy the company. We simply ask that everyone use the buddy system—no one should be alone. 

Why We Hike

  • Physical: Boost your fitness and energy

  • Emotional: Gain clarity and peace in nature

  • Social: Build genuine connections

  • Spiritual: Feel connected to something greater

Come walk, sit, talk, and be inspired.

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