Macon Mental Health Matters Healing Hike - Brown's Mount

Join us for a healing hike with Macon Mental Health Matters and Southern Queer Folk Hikes at Brown's Mount - 2 miles/Moderate All ability levels are welcome. This is a healing hike so the pace will be slower and we will stop here and there. Macon Mental Health Matters will have counseling professionals on hand. Park at the trailhead in the grassy parking area. Parking is free. This trail is 2 miles. The trail is moderate due to a couple of short but steep hills and the trail has rocks and tree roots. If needed, this trail can be done with a cane or trekking poles. What to bring: Water - always bring more than you think you'll need Closed-toe shoes - tennis shoes work just fine Moisture wicking clothing, layers if it is cooler - workout clothing works well Tick preventative - I always have spray to share Sunscreen if needed Journal, if you like Pack to carry it all - this doesn't have to be anything fancy, it just gets annoying to carry a water bottle through the whole hike. Plus, how else will you carry your snacks? Even though there is a building with restrooms at the trailhead, they are always locked and there are no other facilities. If you have the need of one while hiking, you'll have to find a tree. We practice Leave No Trace, which means we pack out anything we pack in, including toilet paper. I always have wipes, dog poop bags, and hand sanitizer for these moments. Another good reason to bring a pack. This link will take you to a liability waiver - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1c28dKFe1wYnQWW9p9ZnOMqANLA13OFs-kPaV3GmrNCg/edit?usp=sharing By signing up, you agree to the waiver. Since this is a healing hike, we sometimes discuss heavy topics. If you would like to make us aware of any triggers or traumas, please do so at the beginning of the hike. Afterwards, I typically find a local place to grab some lunch or a coffee. Macon Bagels is in downtown Macon and just a short drive from Brown's Mount. In addition to bagels and a weekly special, they carry lots of good pastries. Hikers are always welcome to join me.