S14 - Episode #05 - Nicole
Nicole, @hikeforbrews
What happens when you combine a trailhead, a cold pint, and a community that refuses to leave anyone behind? You get Hiking for Brews — and this episode, we're sitting down with the woman who brought it back to life.
Nicole is the organizer of Hiking for Brews, a DMV-based group drawing anywhere from 20 to 80 hikers across Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. Originally founded in Baltimore, Nicole revived the concept post-COVID when she moved back to the area and wanted to make friends the best way she knew how — on a trail.
In this episode, we talk about the story behind her iconic watermelon tote cooler (a 1979 heirloom that's become her signature at every trailhead), why Hiking for Brews is built around connection over mileage, and how volunteer hike leads have helped the group scale from biweekly to near-weekly events.
Nicole also shares tips for starting your own hiking group, how she avoids burnout as a leader, and why good hiking shoes will always be her non-negotiable.
Plus — she drops some exciting personal news live on the podcast. 🍺🥾
Episode Links:
Hikes for Brews on Instagram
This episode was Produced by Jordyn Smith, follow her on Instagram @jordyn.journeys
Follow us on Instagram, @Hikesandmics
This episode's music was created by Ketsa, follow him on Instagram @Ketsamusic
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