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NPT CAPs Wellness Hike

A partnership with the National Park Trust and Outdoor Recreation

NPT Wellness Hike Poster

When

3 – 7 p.m., Feb. 12, 2026

Pre-trip Information: 

There is no mandatory pre-trip meeting for this trip 

Registration deadline is February 10th!

Trip Information: 

Date: Thursday, February 12th
Time: meet at OR at 3:30pm, leave at 4pm, return 7pm (ish)
Description: Come hike and enjoy nature with fellow UA students and CAPS providers! We're embarking on a nature therapy hike in the Tucson Mountain Park on Thursday, February 12th from 3-6pm. Join us for reflective activities and conversations about mental health in nature!

 

Approximate time of departure from Outdoor Recreation: 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12th, 2026

Approximate time of arrival back at Outdoor Recreation: 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12th, 2026

Staggered Pricing: 

Three tiers of pricing are offered: 

StudentMemberNon-Member
FREEStudents OnlyStudents Only

What To Expect:

Prepare for a relaxing afternoon immersed in the beauty of the Sonoran Desert. This Nature Wellness Hike in the Tucson Mountains will begin at the Painted Hills Trailhead on Thursday, February 12th, and is designed to help you slow down, move mindfully, and reconnect with nature.

We’ll hike along scenic desert trails at an easy, supportive pace, with plenty of time to pause for reflection, hydration, and soaking in the surrounding landscape. Expect gorgeous desert views as we explore the area during the cooler late-afternoon hours. This hike is focused on wellness rather than distance, making it accessible to a wide range of experience levels.

This collaboration with Counseling and Psych Services (CAPS) invites CAPS providers to share prompts and activities on the hike. Participants will reflect and, if willing, talk with other participants about their experience out in nature. No previous hiking experience is required, but participants should be prepared for uneven terrain, mild elevation changes, and desert conditions.

Transportation and trip leadership will be provided. Participants should bring sturdy walking or hiking shoes, comfortable clothing, water, snacks, and a headlamp if they have one. Expect gentle movement, meaningful time outdoors, and a calm, grounded end to your day in the desert.

Location: 

Outdoor Recreation has its own dedicated entrance at South Rec on 7th Street.   

  • Click here for directions. 

Outdoor Recreation can also be accessed by using the Main entrance to South Rec and walking to the facility's southeast corner. 

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