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GREAT MEADOWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE, CONCORD, MA
Veteran and First Responder Hike
05.31.26 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
An event every week that begins at 9:30 am on Sunday, repeating until May 31, 2026
Hidden Battles Foundation’s Sunday morning ruck and hikes are community-based gatherings designed to bring veterans, first responders, and supporters together through purposeful movement and connection.
Held at Mine Falls Park, Nashua these outings typically cover 3–5 miles and include handicap-capable accessible routes, ensuring the experience is welcoming and inclusive for all ability levels. We hike rain or shine.
The hikes create a supportive, low-pressure environment where participants can build camaraderie, strengthen both body and mind, and engage in meaningful conversation while enjoying the outdoors. By combining physical activity with peer support, the Sunday rucks and hikes promote positive mental health, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging—reminding participants that no one has to walk their journey alone
DATE: Sundays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
TIME: Meet-up between 9 – 9:30 AM; Estimated end time: 11:30 AM
MEET-UP LOCATION: Skate Park near the Nashua YMCA, 24 Stadium Drive, Nashua, NH 03062. Hikes take place within Mine Falls Park.
ACCESS:Â Most trails are mobility impaired accessible. We will chose a route that accommodates everyone’s needs.
This program is offered by the Hidden Battles Foundation as part of the Hidden Treasures Festival of Nature, Culture & History, an annual month-long celebration showcasing events and activities hosted by local partners celebrating the unique places, objects, and stories of the Freedom’s Way National Heritage Area. Hidden Treasures programs are free and open to the public. Click to discover more Hidden Treasures!
