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Mindfulness Hike at Hidden Valley Preserve – Saturday, October 24, 2026
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2026
Join us for this approx. 90 minute, moderate hike through Hidden Valley Preserve. Instructors: Roxanne Kraft, Alan Arellano
Mindfulness boosts memory and focus, promotes empathy, and reduces stress. Hiking helps build stronger muscles and bones, improves sense of balance, supports heart health and improves quality of sleep.
Roxanne is a long-time Washington resident and currently on the Steep Rock Board and Committee chair. She enjoys hiking and backpacking and can be frequently seen hiking in the Steep Rock Preserves with her canine companion, Fritz. She has her Mindfulness Teacher Certification and has been practicing Mindfulness for many years, incorporating the practice into the outdoors.
Alan has traveled extensively throughout the US hiking and backpacking in many National Parks and Monuments. He works for the Mayflower Inn as an outdoor Adventure Guide and is certified in NOLS (National Outdoor Leadership School). Alan is also a Veteran of the United States Coast Guard. He served in Search and Rescue Operations and Law Enforcement.






