Gr8ter

03/19/2026

If you haven't become a part of our Trail Fridays community NOW IS THE TIME

This Friday we're meeting up at Lower Hulls and Corrals!
(No formal meetup this Saturday!)

Come hike or run with us!

Friday morning at 6am, we'll meet at Lower Hulls!
Friday morning at 9:30 am, we'll meet at Corrals!

Join Heylo to learn how to find us! All the routes + full meetup details are in Heylo
[https://heylo.group/trailfridays]

Whether you’re running, hiking, or just chasing views—come join the adventure with Trail Fridays - somewhere to belong

New to Trail Fridays? Register once on Fitvil so we can track your treks + you can earn free swag, provided by our friends at Fleet Feet Treasure Valley:

[https://www.fitvil.com/group/6869-trailfridays/]

Can't wait to see you!!

03/19/2026

Our Trail Fridays crews always know how to have a good time!

03/17/2026

Mental health conversations matter — and that includes talking openly about Bipolar Disorder.

Bipolar disorder affects millions of people and is often misunderstood. It isn’t simply “mood swings.” It’s a complex mental health condition that can involve cycles of depression and periods of elevated mood, energy, or activity.

Like many mental health conditions, it can impact relationships, work, and daily life — but recovery, stability, and support are possible.

Awareness helps reduce stigma, encourages understanding, and reminds people living with bipolar disorder that they are not alone.

Later this month we’ll be sharing more for World Bipolar Day, but today we’re starting the conversation.

Because understanding mental health is part of building a stronger, more compassionate community. 💚

***dePrevention

03/17/2026

March: Springing Forward with Gr8ter -

Our amazing group leaders pour a lot of heart into making these events happen, and seeing everyone come together makes it all worthwhile.

03/16/2026

Self-harm is often hidden. But there are signs.

Possible indicators:
• Wearing long sleeves in hot weather
• Unexplained cuts or bruises
• Sharp objects hidden
• Isolation or withdrawal
• Sudden mood shifts
• Expressing intense self-criticism

Approach with calm curiosity — not panic.
Instead of:
“Why would you do this?”

Try:
“I’ve noticed you seem overwhelmed lately. I care about you. Do you want to talk?”

At Gr8ter, we believe safety grows in environments where people are allowed to be honest without fear.

Resource of the Week:
Call or text 988 to reach the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline if someone is in emotional distress.

Listening can interrupt isolation. And isolation is often where self-harm grows.

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03/16/2026

🤍 A Message from Our Founder 🤍

Many of you know Kylee as the heart behind Gr8ter — the person who helped build this community around movement, connection, and purpose. Recently, Kylee made the decision to step down from her role as Co-President in order to prioritize her own mental health and healing.

The good news? This isn’t goodbye.

Kylee remains deeply connected to the mission and community she helped create. You’ll still see her on the trails, at Trail Fridays, at Top of Tamarack, and cheering on the incredible work this community continues to do.

Gr8ter is in a strong place thanks to an amazing board, leadership team, and our Interim Executive Director Becca Cahoon, who has been doing an incredible job guiding the organization forward.

Kylee recently shared a personal message about this season of healing, gratitude, and what comes next — and we invite you to read it.

👉 Read Kylee’s full message here: https://gr8ter.org/messagefromfoundermarch/

Thank you for continuing to show up for this community and the mission of mental health recovery and su***de prevention.

03/14/2026

Let’s talk socks!

With Sock Project boxes being filled and delivered into the community, we’re curious…

What’s your favorite type of sock?
Cozy socks?
Hiking socks?
No-show socks?
And have you ever tried Bombas socks? (peep the bombas we got donated)

Drop your favorite in the comments!

03/13/2026

Gr8ter is all about community!

Trail Fridays is our little community that provides movement, connection and purpose, Gr8ter's three pillars.

It takeas the ones willing to lead to make that possible. Gr8ter wants to thank those willing to lead those early riser meet ups! (here's a few faces you might recognize)

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03/12/2026

This week we're hitting Harrison Hollow, Eagle Bike Park and Polecat!! 😍
Come hike or run with us!

Friday morning at 6am, we'll meet at Harrison Hollow!
Friday morning at 9:30 am, we'll meet at Eagle Bike Park!
And Saturday morning at 8:30, we'll be at Polecat!

All the routes + full meetup details are in Heylo
[https://heylo.group/trailfridays]

Whether you’re running, hiking, or just chasing views—come join the adventure with Trail Fridays - somewhere to belong

New to Trail Fridays? Register once on Fitvil so we can track your treks + you can earn free swag, provided by our friends at Fleet Feet Treasure Valley:

[https://www.fitvil.com/group/6869-trailfridays/]

Can't wait to see you!!

03/12/2026

We’re so grateful to Mountain Madness Soap Co. for donating their amazing soaps to our Sock Project. Simple essentials like this help turn each box into a true care package for our community.

03/11/2026

This month, Trail Fridays is LUCKY to have so many trekkers joining us out on the trails!!💚💚

Our leaders always say "we pay you to come!" And the below trekkers have earned amazing milestone swag! 🎉🎉🎉

💥10 teks:
Robert harjo
Tricia Bennink
Carrie Martin
Becca Anne
Nora Tietjens
Maricela Mendez

💥25 treks:
Kristen Parnell

Congratulations to each one of you!!!
When you hit your milestone, you will unlock some exclusive Trail Friday swag, thanks to our awesome sponsor, Fleet Feet Meridian:

What's the milestone swag you ask:
💥 10 treks: Trail Fridays Buff + sticker
💥 25 treks: custom Trail Fridays socks
💥 50 treks: Trail Fridays BOCO hat
💥 100 treks: Trail Fridays Rabbit sunshirt
💥 150 treks: ????? In the works! ?????

Thanks to Fleet Feet Meridian for being a swag supporter of our Frequent Trekker program with Trail Fridays.

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03/10/2026

Self-harm is rarely about wanting to die.

It is often about wanting relief.

Common reasons include:
• Emotional overwhelm
• Feeling numb and wanting to feel something
• Self-punishment
• Trauma responses
• Difficulty expressing pain

Self-harm can temporarily reduce emotional intensity — which is why it becomes reinforcing. But it does not address the root wound.

Healing begins with safer coping tools and safe connection.

At Gr8ter, we believe movement helps regulate emotion, community reduces isolation, and purpose restores hope.

Resource of the Week:
The Self-Injury Outreach & Support provides educational resources and recovery tools for individuals and families.

You deserve tools that don’t leave scars.

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