Welcome to the HC!

Can’t take another day on the treadmill? Ready to throw yourself under the stationary bike? Don’t despair. The weather is great! It’s time to get outside. Come enjoy beauty, freedom and adventure on the trails of Ohio’s scenic backcountry.

Our ‘08 hikes schedule is coming soon.

Looking for something out of the ordinary to do? Take a hike. We feature two of Ohio’s best outdoor destinations: Zaleski and Shawnee State Forests.

Did you know that hiking burns over 240 calories per hour? Hiking is a great low-impact way to get fitter and stronger. Carrying a backpack increases strength in your legs, back, gluteus and lats muscles.

Hiking makes you happy! Psychology professor Jonathan Haidt defines happiness as “the state of total immersion in a task that is challenging yet closely matched to one’s abilities.” Immerse yourself in natural beauty, challenge yourself at your own pace, and be happy!

What’s new? The HC is now offering discounted student trips.

Sign up today for the last hurrah of our 2007 hiking schedule.

No gear? No problem. The HC has incredible gear packages for hikers ages 8 and up.

Check out our trips! Give us a call! Become a coalitionist!

Coalitionist: “An individual united with others for the purpose of fun and adventure on the trails of Ohio’s scenic backcountry.”