What is Miles & Smiles?
By: Stephanie Rogers
You keep hearing about this new health and wellness group called Miles & Smiles but what the heck is it?!?!
It is the latest health and wellness initiative by Visit Wabash County’s – Adventure Series! It’s free, family-friendly, and a fun way to get your steps in while enjoying a social connection with people with similar interests.
Being the mastermind behind Visit Wabash County’s Outdoor Adventure Series is the BEST gig ever! Why? Because I get to dream up crazy fun programs that make getting active feel like an adventure, not a chore. Now, if you took one look at me, you might not peg me as the next Olympic athlete—but let me tell you, I’m all about sports, biking, hiking, long walks (and, okay, the occasional run when properly motivated…). I just love being outside and helping others take their first steps on their health and wellness journey—because EVERY step counts!
That’s what makes our health and wellness clubs so special. They’re built for EVERYONE—no matter your fitness level, age, or experience. Your reason for joining is your own, and we love that! Maybe you’re new to town and looking for a friendly face, or maybe you need an accountability buddy to push you to that next goal. Maybe you’re training for your next big race and need someone to help you set the pace (or convince you that yes, you CAN run that extra mile). Or maybe you just want to soak in nature—watch the squirrels ninja-leap through trees, spot a deer in the distance, or listen to a river happily babble on like it’s got all the gossip.
And because we like to keep things fresh and exciting, we’re shaking things up in 2025! Some awesome volunteers stepped up with an idea—guided hikes through our stunning local landscapes. And we said, “HECK YES!” That’s how Miles & Smiles was born, kicking off with winter hikes in January (because who says you can’t have fun outside when it’s chilly?). And trust me, we’ve got even more amazing guided hikes lined up for 2025. So lace up those hiking boots, grab a friend, and get ready for some epic outdoor adventures!
Still not sure if Miles & Smiles is still for you?! Ask yourself these questions:
- Do you like meeting new people and socializing while you run/walk/or hike? If you answered yes, Miles & Smiles might be for you!
- Do you prefer to be outside instead of working out inside? If you answered yes, Miles & Smiles might be for you!
- Do you like FREE health and wellness programming? If you answered yes, Miles & Smiles might be for you!
- Do you like seeing wildlife while you are training or reaching for your goals? If you answered yes, Miles & Smiles might be for you!
- Do you like FREE and AWESOME shirts? If you answered yes, Miles & Smiles might be for you!
Now you may be wondering – Miles & Smiles might just be for me – how do I get connected or started?!
Don’t miss out—come join the fun at our next adventure! The easiest way to stay in the know? Download our FREE communication app, Band! HERE! It’s like having a backstage pass to all the action—we post schedules, share important updates (because, let’s be real, Indiana weather loves to keep us on our toes), and keep you in the loop on all things outdoor adventure. You can also find our schedule on Visit Wabash County’s website and the Wabash County Outdoor Adventure Series Facebook page. Basically, we make it impossible for you to miss out—because we LOVE to keep you informed! See you out there!
