Hiking Autism

Nothing says autumn more than maple or oak leaves on the ground! “Fallen Leaves” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autumn #nature #autumn #autumnleaves

Thanks to HikingAutism readers! My book Autism Outdoors arrives in June!  tinyurl.com/58mnvez4   “Aiming High” Insights:   hikingautism.com/insights--h…   #hiking #autism #nature

Trick or treat from San Francisco! #Halloween

Fort Mason in San Francisco offers stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz! “Fort Mason-Lower Level” Hike Notes: hikingautism.com/fort-mason-… #hiking #autism #nature #sanfrancisco

Whatever challenges we face, it’s a gift to be here to face them. “Living for Now” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature #gratitude #kindness

What looks like Spanish moss here in California is actually lace lichen! “Mystical, Mossy Paths” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature

What is your favorite season? I’ve always loved autumn🍁 “Autumn Light” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature

Saturn Street Stairs is a lesser known example of many scenic stair walks in hilly San Francisco. “Saturn Street Stairs-San Francisco Stair Walk” Hike Notes: hikingautism.com/saturn-stre… #hiking #autism #nature

We all move through the world at our own speed. Be patient with yourself and others💖 “Climb at Your Own Pace” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature #patience #kindness

Golden autumn light and a breeze on our faces is a great natural mood booster! “Autumn Breeze” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature #autumn #calm

Are there inanimate objects that carry a powerful sense of something more to you? An old shovel from my childhood makes a cameo in my new story on The RGG. “Animate Inanimate Objects” Insights and “My Atticus Finch Takes Aim”: hikingautism.com/insights--h… renaissancegardenguy.com/my-…

A flying intruder bangs around in a dark bedroom with kids in it. Who comes to the rescue? Check out my new feature in The RGG, “My Atticus Finch Takes Aim” renaissancegardenguy.com/my-…

Sometimes we need to get away from our everyday routine to freshen our perspective. “A Change of Scenery” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature #trails #takeabreak

It’s easier to appreciate some places after the summer crowds have gone! “After the Crowds Leave” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature

Moss, ferns, redwood trees, and charming wooden fences and foot bridges are on offer on the Stapleveldt Trail in Marin. “Stapleveldt Trail-Mt.Tam” Hike Notes: hikingautism.com/stapleveldt… #hiking #autism #nature

My autistic son, who usually avoids hugs, surprised me with an unrequested long, comforting hug and shoulder pats when I was feeling stressed. Best gift ever. “Love Without Words” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature

Take the time to find inspiration from nature, even if you are a city dweller! “Urban Nature” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #nature #autism

Stop and savor the sights, sounds and smells of nature! “Summer Essence” Insights: hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature

“Waves and Shadows” Insights hikingautism.com/insights--h… #hiking #autism #nature