The Turning Point

My journey into the wild didn't start out of a desire for adventure. It started out of necessity.

After the sudden loss of my brother—a dedicated Police Officer with the Galt PD—my world stood still, yet I found I couldn't sit quiet. Grief brought a restlessness that made it impossible to stay inside. I just wanted to run. I wanted to be anywhere but where I was.

So, I went outside.

Nature as Medicine

What began as an escape turned into a remedy. I noticed that the more time I spent in nature, the lighter the weight felt. I wasn't just getting physically fit; I was becoming mentally calm.

I later read in books that this wasn't a coincidence. Walking in nature releases serotonin—the "happy hormone." The science confirmed what my heart already knew: the trail was healing me. The rhythm of walking gave me a way to process the pain that sitting still never could.

The Support System

No one heals entirely alone. While the mountains gave me space, my friends gave me strength. I owe a deep gratitude, who stood by me during the hardest times and encouraged me to keep moving forward. They played a massive role in this journey, reminding me that while the path is personal, we don't have to walk it in isolation.

Through the Lens

Photography has been a love of mine since childhood, but it took on a new meaning when I started hiking.

Blending my old passion for the camera with my new need for the outdoors became my anchor. Photography forced me to slow down and look for beauty, even when life felt dark. It helped me find stability. Now, when I capture a landscape or a moment on the streets, I am capturing the peace I fought so hard to find.

Why "Hike for Heal"?

I built this website to share that stability with you. Whether it’s through the photos I take, the stones I collect, or the trails I recommend, I hope to inspire you to step outside.

You don't have to be an expert hiker. You just have to be willing to take the first step.

— The founder of Hike and Heal In loving memory of my brother.