Hiking with Ritvik

Sample Schedule

Meet at Trailhead

8:00 - 8:30

Stretching and Intro

8:30 - 9:00

Hike (~ 4 miles)

9:00 - 11:30

Hike with a Group

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Happy Hikers

Hiking in a group encouraged me to continue long distances.

Aarav

Made a lot of new friends!

Anonymous

My son is always excited to hike. Happy to see him on his computer less in nature now.

Aakarsh's Mom

Fun fact: All the scenery on this website was taken through my camera. Filters have been added to them to fit the theme of the website.

Benefits of Hiking

Check out the benefits of hiking!

Cardio Training

Hiking is one of the best cardio workouts as it can get anyone's heart pumping. Going up and down an incline can challenge one's leg muscles stimulating growth and a great workout.

Mental Health

Hiking allows one to disconnect from technology and their problems. Spending time in the fresh air is great for one's mental health.

Strength Training

Hiking serves as one of the best workouts to strengthen one's quads, glutes, and calves.

Summarized Journey

2 Years Old

~1,000 ft

At the top of Hunter's Point in Saratoga

5 Years Old

~5,000 ft

At the top of Vernal Falls in Yosemite

12 Years Old

~10,000 ft

At the top of Halakeala Volcano in Hawaii

16 Years Old

~17,000 ft

At Everest Base Camp in Nepal

As you can see, my journey to higher peaks wasn't a one year event. It happened over the period of my life. I challenged myself over the years to reach a higher peak. Consistency is key in hiking. You can't capture any high peak without attempting lower ones. Take it slow, and enjoy the process. Make memories along the way, and every peak and scenery will be engraved within your minds in a special place. I'm honored and thankful to have the opportunity to chase my dream hiking in such wonderful places.

Important Information

Hiking alone is the prominent reason regarding why many are unmotivated to conquer high peaks. Hiking in a group provides people with motivation to persist through their long journey. Best of all, you get to make new friends, improve your communication skills, take care of yourself, and of course become a better hiker!

Group Hiking

Although all hikes are free, I would extremely appreciate donations from students and their parents. I donate majority of it to organizations in the Sagrmatha National Park, the park that's changed my life. The remaining amounts are used on activities for students.

Guided Local Hike
Experienced Coach
Learn to build basic gear
Motivation

Upcoming Events

"Embark on breathtaking hikes, explore stunning landscapes, and connect with new friends along the way!"

List of Events

Date	Event	Status
April 5	Spring Hike	Confirmed
April 19	Earth Week Hike	Confirmed

Both of the scheduled hikes above will take place in the Big Basin Redwoods State Park. For the safety and privacy of all participants, specific hike details and locations will only be shared with those who email [email protected] to request a waiver and sign up via the Google Form below.