VetsHike - Brook Run Park - Athlete

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

• 8:30 AM – Check-in and adaptive equipment fitting (if applicable)

• 9:00 AM – Group hike begins (please be ready to step off at this time)

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!