LGBTQIA+ Walkabout Plans Haystack Mountain Hike
Outdoor experiences range from an inclusive community hike at Haystack Mountain Preserve in Maine to the dramatic autumn scenery of Pennsylvania’s Pine Creek Gorge, whose landscape was shaped in part by glacial meltwater. A Missouri writer’s account of eight years of weekly walks at Rock Bridge Memorial Park also emphasizes that winter hiking can be rewarding and accessible, even for older adults and people without specialized gear. Together, the articles highlight opportunities to enjoy nature through welcoming group outings, scenic landscapes and steady, low-key walking.





