The sunshine and warmer temperatures make the perfect recipe for a Healing Hike. After a brief hiatus during the winter months, Macon Mental Health Matters (MMHM) is hosting its first Healing Hike of the year.

The hike will take place on Sunday, March 8, at 10:00 a.m. at Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (1207 Emery Highway).

There is no better way to clear your mind than stepping outside and hiking with friends. Participants will have the opportunity to walk at their own pace alongside friends and mental health professionals while taking in the beauty of nature.

Next week, MMHM will also host its monthly Wellness Weekend and partner with Reimagining the Civic Commons (RCC) to celebrate outdoor public spaces.

Yoga in the Plaza will be held on Friday, March 13, at Jefferson Long Park (436 Pursley Street) at 6:00 p.m., and the Pop-Up Gym will take place on Saturday, March 14, at the newly opened Bicentennial Park (271 Clinton Street) from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

The Pop-Up Gym provides free opportunities to care for mental health through activities such as yoga, drum circles, therapy resources, and access to fresh produce. Fruits and vegetables will be provided free of charge by the Napier Heights Food Co-Op.

Last month, MMHM celebrated five years of helping connect the community with mental health services at no cost. The initiative has hosted hundreds of events including pop-up gyms, Cooking & Counseling, Knitting & Counseling, forums, panels, retreats, individual therapy sessions, and more.

Since 2021, MMHM has made 13,438 unique contacts with community members and continues to provide individual therapy sessions each week.

To learn more or get involved, visit maconmentalhealthmatters.com or follow the initiative on Facebook.