VetsHike - Hike Trip Fort Yargo State Park

Veterans Hiking Program

The Veterans Hiking Program is designed to prepare adaptive and non-adaptive veterans to participate in guided hikes and outdoor community events in a supportive, team-based environment.

Participants will have access to monthly group hikes at parks and trail systems across the Atlanta area. Hikes are designed to accommodate a range of abilities and experience levels while promoting physical activity, confidence, and community connection.

Equipment & Participation

This program is open to veterans with visible or invisible disabilities, as well as non-adaptive veterans.

We are committed to reducing barriers to participation, including transportation, trail access concerns, and equipment needs. If you have questions or need support, please contact franz@catalystsports.org.

Hike Day Schedule

Friday

• 1500 - depart from bike shop (Altanta)  you can carpool with me or meet up at the park

• 1900 – Check-in at location (Cabin #)

• 2000 - go over the schedule for the next day

Saturday

• 0700  – 1st Call and breakfast

• 0900 - step off - hike begins (please be ready to step off at this time)

• 1200 Lunch

• 1600 finish walk

• 1700 dinner

• 1800 AAR

Sunday

• 0700  – 1st Call and breakfast

• 0900 - step off - hike begins (please be ready to step off at this time)

• 1200 Lunch

• 1300 pack up stuff

• 1400 depart to the house.

Please email franz@catalystsports.org with any questions or concerns.

Essential Eligibility for Veterans Hiking Participants

Participants must be able to:

• Have veteran status

• Wear appropriate footwear and required safety equipment

• Understand and follow multi-step instructions independently

• Navigate trails independently or with reasonable assistance

• Walk, roll, or otherwise travel over trails appropriate to their experience and ability level

What to Bring

• Water bottle

• Snacks or food

• Sunglasses or eye protection (if needed)

• Closed-toe shoes or appropriate hiking footwear

• Personal mobility or adaptive equipment (if used, if you need a Grit Chair we can provide it)

• A can-do attitude!