Take a step forward in the fight against hunger at the 3rd Annual Walk Against Hunger event

Hikers line up for a photo at the first Hike for Hunger event in October 2022. (Photo courtesy of Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne Facebook page)

CHEYENNE, Wyoming – Local hunger relief organizations are ready to fill hungry mouths after scenic hikes this coming fall.

On October 5, Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne will host its third annual Hike for Hunger event to raise awareness about food insecurity while enjoying a day in Wyoming's nature. The outdoor day will take place at Hynds Lodge and Amphitheater, just north of Curt Gowdy State Park, at 1360 Hynds Lodge Road.

Hikers will walk a half-mile along the Beaver Creek Trail with an experienced guide. The bands Avenue and Sarah Slaton & the Great Maybe will perform while visitors can enjoy games, visit informational booths and enjoy lunch courtesy of Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne.

The Cheyenne organization is hosting the outdoor event in partnership with other local hunger relief nonprofits, including Needs Inc., LCCC Food Pantry and the University of Wyoming Food Pantry. The goal of the event is to raise awareness about food insecurity as the state is currently facing a “food crisis,” said Kristen-Erin Balderaz, executive director of Needs, Inc.

Participants play games and hang out at the first Hike for Hunger event in October 2022. (Photo courtesy of Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne Facebook page)

Participants sit and listen to live music at the first Hike for Hunger event in October 2022. (Photo courtesy of Meals on Wheels of Cheyenne Facebook page)

“Hike for Hunger reminds us that there is still so much work ahead of us to feed our neighbors,” Erin Baldarez said in a press release.

Volunteers can also sign up to help set up equipment, assist with parking and registration, serve as photo guides, or assist with other tasks. Click here to sign up.

Anyone who pre-registers online here by September 18 will receive an event shirt and lunch. The registration fee per walker is $50, or $25 for those under 12. Anyone with more information can contact Rhianna Brand at 307-635-5542 or [email protected].