Living with Parkinson’s,
loving the outdoors
Ideas and tips
for those with PD
who want to stay active
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Important things I learned at a Parkinson’s fair
I went to a fair, and my head is spinning with info about Parkinson’s disease. There’s a lot of good stuff out there to know about. To be clear, these fairs…
A haunted hike in Michigan that blends fun and scary
Hiking a “haunted trail” is a great way to get outdoors for exercise while catching the Halloween spirit. But for hikers with Parkinson’s or other mobility issues, finding the right trail…
Biking in the fall with Parkinson’s disease
Riding a bicycle is one of the best exercise options for people with Parkinson’s disease. And the fall season makes it one of the most beautiful. There’s something about the crunch…
Utah’s Gloria Falls Trail is glorious with loved ones
Hiking Gloria Falls Trail in Utah is a fantastic way to spend a morning. The trailhead is just a 40-minute drive from downtown Salt Lake City, and the 50-foot falls are…
How to do a fund-raiser for Parkinson’s research
“If only there was a way for me to help fight Parkinson’s. Something simple but impactful.” How about hosting a fund-raiser? Wait! Don’t groan or roll your eyes yet. It’s true,…
Huayna Picchu, that mountain in Peru? I said yes. (Part 2)
Visiting Machu Picchu, while spectacular, may not be enough for some hikers who love high places. Huayna Picchu, the mountain often shown in photos rising up behind the famous Peruvian ruins,…
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Hello!
I’m Colleen, an outdoors enthusiast with a Parkinson’s diagnosis.
It’s a progressive disease, but so far I still can hike in beautiful places, my lifelong passion. Knock on wood, right?
Here, I describe trails I’ve discovered and offer tips for hikers with PD. Use the search button to find hikes by state.
I also write about other ways to stay fit, and about about life with Parkinson’s.
Click around for ideas and maybe some inspiration!
Rating trails for Parkinson’s people
There are many methods to rate the difficulty of a trail. But I couldn’t find one that would be helpful to hikers with Parkinson’s disease. So I created one!
Each post about a trail I’ve hiked includes a difficulty rating, as well as tips and cautions that are PD specific.
