Disasters, trails, and trauma
This week, I’ve been reading the news of hurricane Helene’s devastation in the southern Appalachians, and especially western North Carolina, with increasing concern. My … More info…
Tim McNicholl
Born 1968 in North Carolina. Grew up in Washington D.C. area. Began taking day hikes with family at 4. Fell in love with the idea of backpacking first time I saw a backpacker. Went on first overnight at 12. Hiked southern half AT in 1986 and northern half in 1991. Have hiked all over US since then. Completed Georgia loop summer 2021. Ph.D mathematics 1995 from George Washington U. Currently professor of mathematics at Iowa State University. I am autistic and currently being treated for PTSD.
Hiking, research, and results
All of us who read this blog know that hiking plays a key role in maintaining our mental health. One of the great things about … More info…
Autism: what it is, what it ain’t, and how time in the outdoors may be helpful
My introduction to autism A few years ago, one of my children was diagnosed with autism. As I listened to the rationale for the surprising … More info…
Greetings from your newest member of the mental health blogging team
Greetings fellow hikers. My name is Tim McNicholl, and I am thrilled to join the Hike for Mental Health team as a contributing blogger on … More info…