The Humble Hustle Company | Empowering Black Youth | Humble Hikes Program | Roanoke

expanding the youth’s horizons

The Humble Hikes program provides the chance to expand the youth’s horizons and experience the world around them in a positive and healthy way. Humble Hikes aims to expose black youth to the outdoors. We provide education in environmental sciences, environmental activism, advocacy, and available resources in their community. We empower youth by providing more representation of minorities in the outdoors.

Empowerment

We empower youth to discover and develop leadership skills through hands-on experiences in outdoor settings. By encouraging responsibility and teamwork, we create opportunities for them to implement and refine their abilities, building confidence and resilience.

Exposure

Through outdoor adventures and community engagement, we expose youth to possibilities beyond their immediate surroundings. By showing them the world is bigger than their city, we inspire a “small city, big dream” mindset, emphasizing that their potential is limitless.

Education

We educate youth about their connection to the environment, highlighting the importance of outdoor spaces and careers in environmental science and recreation. Even in the face of access and equity challenges, we remind them these spaces are part of their heritage and they belong.

Mentorship & Mental Health Advocacy

We provide mentorship opportunities and mental health support, fostering emotional well-being and personal growth. Our guides and counselors work alongside youth to build lasting relationships, helping them navigate challenges and restore their best selves.

Humble Hikes Program

The Humble Hikes program is dedicated to empowering Black youth through outdoor exploration, promoting personal growth, and fostering community connections. Our mission is to create positive, healthy experiences that inspire a lifelong appreciation for nature and self-confidence.
Program Highlights:

Outdoor Education & Exposure
- ‍Provides opportunities for Black youth to learn about and experience the outdoors in a safe and supportive environment.
‍Healthy & Positive Outlets
- ‍Encourages positive outlets for stress relief and personal expression through hiking, camping, and other recreational activities.
‍Personal Challenges & Growth
- ‍Mentally and physically challenges participants to set and achieve goals that help them break personal boundaries and build resilience.
‍Coping Skills Development ‍
- Teaches valuable coping techniques and mindfulness practices in a natural setting, equipping youth with tools to handle life’s challenges.
‍Community & Mentorship
- ‍Builds strong connections with mentors and community leaders who serve as role models, fostering lasting relationships that support positive lifestyle choices.