Yoga Hikes STL

03/24/2025

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08/29/2023

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Plan now to attend the Fall Hiking Series

03/12/2022

The weather is rapidly changing and their are so many options to step out and explore our beautiful part of the world. Thank you STL Magazine for providing so many places to explore.

If you want to just get out and walk, read on.

01/03/2021

WITH SO MANY PEOPLE PICKING UP HIKING FOR THE FIRST TIME JUST TO KEEP THEIR SANITY. I THINK IT IS IMPORTANT TO REMIND EVERYONE TO BE THINKING AHEAD BEFORE THE GO OUT. HERE ARE A FEW ITEMS I KNOW MANY WILL AGREE WITH... PLEASE ADD IF ANY ITEMS HAVE BEEN FORGOTTEN



Research- seems simple but this will help you as a hiker know what to expect when you attempt your hike. This means check the weather (this helps determine how prepared you need to be), level of difficulty of hike, length, parking permits needed, etc. Most Parks have trail Maps available on their websites or at the park offices.

Be Prepared- Regardless of the length or level of difficulty of the hike, you should have the following:

Have proper footwear for the hike. (too many times I see people ill prepared, this is where you risk getting injured)

Have a backpack for the hike that carries the supplies you need.

Come with snacks and something to drink. (even if it is a quick hike, it ensures you are hydrated and have the energy to complete your journey, also just in case you get stuck you now are not relying on someone sharing w you)

Hiking Sticks- helpful in hikes where there are steep inclines

Headlamps/flashlights- just in case you get stuck in the dark.

Matches/ Firestarter- just in case

Warm clothes, but more importantly, layers so you can get warm or cool off easily.

Be Respectful

You are not the only one on this trail. Move to the side when people are passing you or if you notice you are going slower than others. If you are going faster than others, don’t bully someone, just ask if you can pass them.

When trails are narrow and others are approaching look to see who has the best path to move to the side and do so.

Follow the Leave No Trace rules: If you bring it in, take it out.

Sometimes we need to go to the bathroom on a long hike- bring a shovel and bury your waste

Be Aware

Of others, you are not on this hike alone in most cases.

Your surroundings, the likelihood of coming across a wild animal is rare, but always be scanning to make sure one is not sneaking up on you.

Pay attention, how many people died or were injured recently because of not being aware of their surroundings on the trail only to fall?

Happy Hiking

10/25/2020

Todays Yoga Hike was Beautiful with the weather being cooler the Park wasn't too crowded and we were able to enjoy the Bluff Views of Fall Foliage. We will not have any more hikes this year but be ready for more yoga hikes in Spring 2021.

10/25/2020

Todays Yoga Hike was Beautiful with the weather being cooler the Park wasn't to crowded and we were able to enjoy the Bluff Veiws of Fall Foliage. We will not have any more hikes this year but be ready for more yoga hikes in Spring 2021.

10/24/2020

Who’s ready for Yoga Hikes this morning? We are!! So excited we got to get one in this year

10/06/2020

Message from Administrator Chad Hudson:
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We want to make you aware! 🐍
Please watch where you walk between now and early November... be sure to keep an eye out while walking with your children and walking your pet....and wear shoes!
This is prime time baby copperheads are born with venom and will strike to defend themselves.
Snakes are generally not aggressive, but they will bite if they are touched or stepped on.
It is wise not to reach under bushes, around rocks or flower pots without looking first.
Copperhead snakes like damp places, so they could be found under children’s toys or dog dishes.
This is just a reminder to keep aware of you and your loved ones surroundings when out and about.

05/02/2020

Hello fellow Hikers and Yogi's if you don't already know me my name is Sheila Dugopolski owner and founder of yoga hikes STL I am a Hiking Guide, Professional Photographer and an RYT 500 Yoga Teacher, My very good friend Nicole Dudas and I created this group as a way of connecting to more people who enjoyed the outdoors in the STL area as much as we do. She expanded her fitness business a couple years ago and has since moved on but hopefully will join in the future when she is able. Hope this finds you all safe and well. The weather is changing and we are seeing less cold days and the warmer ones are more frequent. Have you already visited any backcountry trails in your social distancing? I have been getting out as much as possible and can't wait to get back out exploring with everyone. This year I am going to do things differently since the pandemic is going on and in the past few years weather has been a factor in having to cancel hikes that we had scheduled in advanced. The groups will be much smaller no more than 8 and we will be following all proper social distancing protocol including everyone wearing masks and keeping 6' from others. I will create the hikes 2 weeks in advance instead of the usual all put up at the beginning of the season. I am hoping that this also deters the weather cancelations too. Hopefully we will all be getting back to normal soon but until then I feel like this is a safe alternative. Keep checking back through social media for the first hike of the season. Happy Wandering