Suicide remains the leading cause of death worldwide.

Recently in the US, more than 49k people died yearly by suicide, that’s 1 death per 11 minutes

This marks a concerning 30% increase over the past two decades.

Notably, the number of suicide deaths in 2024 exceeded 49,300, indicating a persistent upward trend.

Statistics show that between 20-25% of all adults in the US are experiencing mental health challenges.

Globally, mental health and trauma-related challenges have grown 25-30% worldwide since 2020.

References: NIH, Forbes, Statista, WHO

Not necessarily! **This is a “virtual Hike.” Your participation in The Hike can happen from anywhere! You can walk, run, or hike on a sidewalk, in a park, down the street, or up a mountain. The goal is to join with others around the world to bring support to those suffering with mental health challenges.

Absolutely! For our global participants (outside of the US), your registration fee is waived. We’re so glad to have you join for free! Please connect with us over social media at @jamestrailglobal on Facebook and Instagram to share your Hike pics with us. 

You can absolutely register as a team! The more the merrier! As you’re guided through the registration page (https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Cascade/thehike) there will be an option to either create a team, or join one someone has created. Team Leaders have the opportunity to win awesome merch shown below!

All James Trail merch will be shipped after May 24th, 2026.

There is no limit to the number of people on a team. However, only the Team Leader can earn James Trail merch for donation totals.

You may participate in The Hike from anywhere at any time on Saturday, May 24th, 2025.

100% of your donation will go to providing in-person, culturally sensitive workshop experiences and medical care in global settings like Mexico, Cuba, Zambia, India, and Jordan. James Trail serves families and organizations impacted by trauma through these workshops and through our free online content (podcasts, blogs, newsletters, and social media).

The Hike is a movement...but it’s also a shared moment. It’s a I-see-you and you-see-me opportunity. We all climb our own “mountains” every day. We struggle. Sometimes alone, sometimes together. As we “hike” in unity on May 24th, we say to our global neighbors, “Your story matters. Your community matters. You matter.” 

**If you know a global community that might be interested in partnering/receiving services from James Trail, click here.

Step into The Hike with James Trail…

Where trauma doesn’t get the last word.