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Welcome to Connect And Hike, a born-in-Austin, Texas outdoor social club. Our mission is to promote access to hiking and camping experiences while advocating for physical and mental well-being through inclusive hiking adventures that connect people with the natural world and a vibrant community. We believe that the great outdoors should be accessible to everyone, and to ensure this, we also try to subsidize trips for those who find the fee a financial barrier. Our typical hiking excursions attract an average of 50-150+ participants, encompassing diverse ages and backgrounds.

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Stay hydrated on your hike! 💧 Whether you’re enjoying cool breezes or braving the heat, here’s generally* (with a huge asterisk) how much water to bring: What’s a Hiking Sweep? Big shoutout to all our amazing volunteers at Connect and Hike! Thanks to your passion and dedication, we’re able to host over 100 free community hiking events every year. This week’s adventures took us to Colorado Bend State Park in Bend, TX, where Gorman Falls looked better than ever! 🌕✨ Had a blast under the pink full moon at Town Lake in Austin. 🌍 Happy Earth Day! 🌱 Join us at Connect and Hike as we step into nature, connect with our beautiful planet, and make every step count towards preserving it. Lace up your hiking boots, grab a friend, and let’s make a difference together! Great gang at our Sunday Boots & Brunch event 🙌 Amazing turnout at our 5 mile/8km hike of Bull Creek District Park! Thank you to everyone who joined and to all the volunteers who helped make this event a success! Exclusive alert 🚫✨ You won’t find these shirts in stores or online! Each piece is hand-printed and designed by @kris.hike right here in Austin, Texas. Why? Because we’re dedicated to ensuring your souvenir—a keepsake from your travels, rooted in the French ‘souvenir’ meaning ‘to remember’—lasts way beyond your adventures. Crafted with care and perfect for the trail—wear it with pride and cherish the memories.