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2023 HIKE-A-THON HALL OF FAME

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO MADE THEIR MILES COUNT DURING THE HIKE-A-THON!

More than 500 adventurers explored the great outdoors and raised funds in April to support TennGreen Land Conservancy during its third-annual Hike-a-Thon. Through the month-long competition, Hike-a-Thoners raised $164,910 and hiked, paddled, climbed, ran, and biked more than 8,800 miles. Hike-a-Thoners completed over 2,000 outdoor adventures, exploring everywhere, from neighborhood parks to the Italian coast and the mountains of South Korea. The outstanding effort of this year’s Hike-a-Thoners shows the power of our outdoor community and its dedication to conserving land where people and nature can thrive.

Celebrate the accomplishments of these 2023 winners!

 

Most Money Raised
1. Christy Moberly ($5,000)
2. Bob Sarratt ($4,248.06)
3. Michael Mauritz ($2,587.40)

Most Miles Hiked
1. Nichole Newport (227.8)
2. Youngeun Joung (197.1)
3. Lynne McFarland (194.1)

Most Miles Hiked (Senior)
1. Michael Toomey (227.8)
2. Don Guy (151)
3. Melinda Welton (149.1)

Most Miles Hiked by a Hiker Experiencing a Disability
1. Autumn Brahlek (12)
2. Wayne Russell (5)

Most Miles Trail Run
1. Justin Bailey (85.2)
2. Amanda Brahlek (84.2)
3. Clifton McCormick (49.4)

Most Miles Paddled
1. Bri Payne (236.2)
2. Frank Ponzio (159.6)
3. David Langford (60.5)

Most Miles Mountain Biked
1. Jason Peacock (242.3)
2. Les McDonald (187.1)
3. Charles Barlow (58)

Most Feet Climbed
1. Peter Chockley (50,225)
2. Michael Bukowski (31,300)
3. Tiffany Murphy (18,158)

 

Most Overall Adventures
1. Michael Bukowski (67)
2. Susan Hager (55)
3. Nichole Newport (46)

Most Unique Donors
1. Brenda Stein (57)
2. Leslie Rust (32)
3. Bob Sarratt (28)

Best Team Name
Rock House Ramblers

Most Money Raised by a Team
1. Tortugas ($4,993.50)
2. TPC Tribe ($4,950.73)
3. Rock House Ramblers ($2,086.80)

Most Team Donors
1. Tortugas (65)
2. TPC Tribe (41)
3. Rock House Ramblers (37)

Most Miles Hiked by a Team
1. Rockhouse Ramblers (724.8)
2. Bailey InTrailLogistics (620)
3. Tortugas (541.7)

Most Unique Team Adventures
1. Bailey InTrailLogistics (167)
2. Rockhouse Ramblers (162)
3. Tortugas (142)

Pop-Up Prize Winners
-Most Miles Hiked (4/8-4/9): Frank Ponzio
-Most Feet Climbed (4/10-4/16): Peter Chockley
-Most Unique Donors (4/18): Brenda Stein
-Most Miles Paddled (4/22-4/23): Bri Payne
-Most Money Raised (4/27-4/28): Bob Sarratt

Click here to view the full Adventure Leaderboard.

Best Photo: Youngeun Joung hiking at Bukhansan National Park

Best Group or Team Photo: Rock House Ramblers exploring the Honey Creek Loop

Best Selfie: Nichole Newport at Pogue Creek Canyon

 

The HK Architects team completed 136 adventures during the Hike-a-Thon. Submitted by Celeste Williams.

“Loved it! My first time participating, and I really enjoyed the motivation to be active outdoors, try new trails, play the Tennessee Treasure Hunt, and raise money along with awareness. Thanks for a great month!”—Wendy Sadler, 2023 Hike-a-Thon participant

TennGreen led several Hike-a-Thon adventures in April, including a paddling trip to Burgess Falls.
The Thrillium Seekers team explored more than 160 miles during the Hike-a-Thon. Submitted by Sheree Hidalgo.

THANK YOU!

This event wouldn’t be possible without these generous sponsors and prize donors.

Bartlett Tree Experts, Freeman Webb Company, HK Architects, John Barker’s Two Rivers Ford, Looney Ricks Kiss, Tanasi.com, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency

Allardt Real Estate Association, Bank of Halls, Barry Land Surveying and Forestry, Big River Park Conservancy, Center for Sustainable Stewardship, Computer Aware LLC, Cummins Filtration, Duensing Chiropractic Offices, H. G. Hill Realty Company, Knock on Wood Tree Services, Kraft CPAs PLLC, Lightwave Solar, Neal & Harwell PLC, Putnam County Parks and Recreation, The Parent Company, Two Boots Pizza

4Imprint, Bajio Sunglasses, Bass Pro Shops, Cumberland Transit, Deuter USA, High Rock Valuation and Consulting, Jackson Kayak,  KEEN Footwear,  Kroger Community Rewards,  Pyranha USA,  REI Brentwood, Social Indoor Nashville, Streamline Environmental, Wildwood Resort & Marina, Wilmot Inc., WOLFpak

Adam Stagner Print, Alice Hudson Pell, Adventureworks Zipline Forest, Better Packaging Company, Eden Brothers, Feetures, Fork of the South,  Free Fly Apparel, Friedman’s Army Navy Store, Hoff & Pepper, Hydrascape Stickers, Little Seed Farm, KUHL Clothing, Orvis, Outdoor Experience, Patagonia Nashville, Puckett’s Restaurant, Rita & Phil Venable, Rock/Creek Outfitters, Sam’s Club, Scott Stillman, Spirit of Nashville, Sockwell, Starbucks Coffee, The Cheesecake Factory, The Hitch Outfitters, Victoria & Frank Logue

Spending time in nature does us all good. Sphere is proud to support TennGreen Land Conservancy and its mission to protect the natural areas in Tennessee. We appreciate the work it does to preserve the state’s beauty for generations to come.

Andrew Rueff, Executive Chairman

Jackson Kayak is proud to support TennGreen Land Conservancy. Our mission at Jackson Kayak is to help individuals pursue joy through kayaking. We feel engaging in nature is the best way to remind ourselves that we are connected to something larger than ourselves. Which is why organizations like TennGreen, whose focus is on preserving, conserving our natural resources, and empowering people through events like the 2023 Hike-A-Thon, are of utmost importance. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with such an amazing organization, and we hope it inspires you to help protect our wonderful home, Tennessee!

Jackson Kayak

We got into the Hike-a-Thon as something our company could participate in, and it’s been a great team-building thing. We formed a team, and that got so big we had to form a second team and then a third. We started spreading the news a little wider, and we let several of our business partners know about it. I was blown away by their generosity. It kind of hit a cord with some of the folks.

Bob Sarratt, President and Co-owner of The Parent Company

Bailey is deeply invested in TennGreen Land Conservancy’s work and mission to conserve land where people and nature can thrive. Our team at Bailey always loves participating in the Hike-A-Thon—it’s a great way to get outside, make connections with co-workers, and explore all of the incredible places that TennGreen has protected throughout the state.

Ryan Bailey, VP of Finance & Operations

Cumberland Kayak & Adventure Company loves supporting TennGreen Land Conservancy, and the Hike-A-Thon is our favorite way to do it! We’re outside exploring Tennessee’s beautiful rivers, waterfalls, hills, and mountains every single day, which constantly reminds us how fortunate we are that TennGreen has worked tirelessly for over 25 years to protect these amazing natural resources forever.

Jordan Mueller, Marketing Associate

If you’re interested in sponsoring the 2024 Hike-a-Thon, please contact us: hikeathon@tenngreen.org.