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A community for
women in midlife

building connection, strength, and shared experiences in nature

Our Approach

Better Outside Together offers weekly beginner-friendly small group hikes for women over 40 in Maryland, DC and Northern Virginia. These hikes are designed to help women build connections, reduce stress, move their bodies, and spend more time outside together.

Whether you’re new to hiking or a seasoned backpacker, there’s a place for you at Better Outside Together. It’s about building strength and real connection during a stage of life that doesn’t automatically come with community.

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Key Benefits for Joining

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Get outside and move your body on scenic trails in and around DC

Experience the physical and mental benefits of spending time in nature

Build strength and confidence one hike at a time

Build the kind of friendships that come from moving together and talking about what matters

Make yourself a priority in a way that fits into your life

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Your first hike is on us.

Show up, move your body, and see what it feels like to be outside with women who get it. Not sure if this is for you? Come find out. No commitment required.

  • Nechumah’s leadership and experience made all the difference in preparing for our hiking and backpacking trips. From the very beginning, she approached everything with confidence, patience, and deep knowledge of the outdoors. She didn’t just tell me what to pack or how to train — she took the time to explain the “why” behind every decision, which gave me a real sense of preparedness and confidence.

    — Marcy W

  • Nechumah inspired and motivated us to get outside for weekly hikes during COVID — no matter the weather. She didn’t just suggest it; she led us and made sure we were properly equipped (from recommending the best boots to introducing us to crampons for icy days). More importantly, she instilled in us a sense of accountability and commitment that kept us showing up week after week. Because of her, what could have been an isolating time became one of connection, resilience, and growth.

    — Leah R

  • What started as a weekly walk turned into something much more. Nechumah had a way of making everyone feel welcome and capable no matter their fitness level. She planned the routes, set the pace, and somehow always knew when someone needed to talk. What she built during that time was a real community and I felt the difference when it was gone.

    —Sharon K

  • I asked Nechumah to teach me to backpack but honestly I wasn't sure I could actually do it. She never made me feel like that doubt was a reason not to try. She trained me, prepared me, and believed I could do it before I believed it myself. I went on two backpacking trips with her and both times I surprised myself. Nechumah has a way of meeting you where you are and pushing you just enough to get you somewhere you never thought you'd go.

    — Adina G.

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