We're on the move again! To celebrate Mental Health Awareness Week, Novi invites you to join us for an invigorating hike. Experience the therapeutic benefits of nature as we come together to support mental wellbeing and strengthen our community bonds.
Join From Anywhere!
Not local to Yorkshire? You can still be part of our Mental Health Awareness initiative!We invite you to participate virtually by taking a hike in your own area on the same day. Share your experience with our community by posting photos of your walk on social media using the hashtags #NoviMentalHealthHike and #WalkingTogether.Tag @wearenovi in your posts and feel connected to our wider community, no matter where you are. We'll create a special album showcasing everyone's journeys - both at Otley Chevin and beyound!Remember, taking steps for mental health is something we can do together, even when we're apart. Your participation helps spread awareness about the importance of nature and movement for wellbeing.Tip: Find a local nature spot, invite a friend, and enjoy the same benefits of our group hike in your own special location!
About The Otley Chevin Hike
Otley Chevin offers impressive panoramic views with minimal effort - spectacular vistas await just a short distance from our meeting point! Multiple walking routes wind through beautiful Yorkshire countryside, making Chevin Forest Park the perfect setting for our mental health-focused excursion. This special location provides a peaceful backdrop for reflection, conversation, and rejuvenation.
Key Details
- Date: Saturday 17th May
- Time: Meet at 9:45am for a 10am start
- Distance: 6 miles
- Duration: Approximately 3-4 hours
- Difficulty Level: Easy/Moderate
- Meeting Point: Surprise View Car Park, Guiseley, LS21 3DG
- Refreshments: Bring snacks and lunch for our scenic break
Terrain Information
Be prepared for diverse terrain including:
- Unsurfaced paths and rough tracks
- Field crossings and brief roadside sections
- Steps, stiles, and gates
- Some steep gradients
- Potentially muddy and uneven surfaces
What to Bring
- Footwear: Sturdy hiking boots (essential)
- Clothing: Weather-appropriate layers
- Hydration: Water bottle
- Novi Identity: Please wear your Novi t-shirt (available for £15 if needed - order via https://buy.stripe.com/7sI7utbdj4r83lu6pO
Important Information
- Group Identity: Wearing your Novi t-shirt helps us stay visible as a group and promotes our community
- Guests Welcome: Feel free to bring friends to this special community event
- Safety Note: This is a self-guided group hike; participants join at their own risk
- Transportation: Carpooling available if you are based in the Yorkshire area - let us know your location for coordination
Join us for this meaningful event as we focus on wellbeing and mental health in the embrace of Yorkshire's natural beauty.
Together, we'll take steps toward better mental health - both literally and figuratively!
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