Wellness in the Wild: Hike and Heal
Hosted by: The Open Circle Foundation in partnership with The Veteran Mentor Project Inc

Sespe Wilderness | Ventura County, CA

Step out of the routine and into the wild.
Join other local Veterans for a day in the Sespe Wilderness—time to reconnect with your tribe, breathe deep, and experience the healing power of nature right in our own backyard.

What to Expect
This guided day hike is a chance to step away from the noise and reconnect—with yourself, your fellow Veterans, and the land. Together, we’ll walk, reflect, and share stories of service, transition, and resilience. No pressure. No agenda. Just time to move, talk, and take in the beauty around us.

*The hike will be 4 miles round trip

Who It’s For?
All Veterans are welcome—whether you’re newly out of service or years into civilian life. You don’t need hiking experience, just a willingness to show up and walk alongside others who get it.

The Program

12:00 PM – Meet in Ventura (location TBD) and carpool to the trailhead in the Sespe Wilderness
1:30 PM – Begin hike: walking, reflecting, and sharing stories along the trail. Estimated 4 miles round trip.
5:00 PM – Return to trailhead
6:00 PM – Dinner on us – time to gather, eat, and connect

What to Bring
Full list provided on registration:
* Water and snacks
* Good hiking shoes
* Hat and sun protection
* Layers for warmth and a rain jacket (just in case)
* Walking poles (optional)

For questions or more information, email Miriam:
📧 miriam@weareopencircle.com