This spring, explore Kansas City by hitting the trails. The city offers something for hikers, urban or otherwise, in the Greater KC area, from lush parks to serene sanctuaries. In this blog post, we’ll highlight five popular trails perfect for … Read More
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Celebrating 5 Years of Urban Exploration with Urban Hikes KC
The Birth and Growth of Urban Hikes KC with Lisa Peña Five years ago, Urban Hikes KC started redefining exploration in Kansas City. Founded by Lisa Peña and thanks to her adventurous spirit and curiosity, it has become a go-to … Read More
Honoring Legacy, Embracing the Future: The Phoenix Collective
by Asia Jones Urban Hikes Kansas City is highlighting the work of Horace Peterson, a local Black tech leader and founder of The Phoenix Collective! In his business, Horace combines cutting-edge technology with captivating storytelling. The goal is to integrate … Read More
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in KC
Traces of Rev. Dr. King’s impact can be seen across Kansas City! From city parks to streets, Kansas City pays homage to his work, fostering unity and confronting racial inequality. One of his earliest visits to Kansas City happened in … Read More
A Reflection of 2023
by Lisa Peña, Owner I am filled with gratitude as I reflect on 2023. I am so grateful to God that Urban Hikes KC continues to grow. In 2023, we took 500 more urban hikers out to explore KCK and … Read More
Getting Outdoors: Foraging for Your Health and the Environment
Urban Hikes KC had our first collaborative foraging hike this past October with Amy Bousman of the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks. Amy has a wealth of knowledge and resources, so we wanted to highlight her and the other … Read More
Monarch Butterflies in Kansas City
Did you know that Kansas City is also a significant hub for monarch butterfly migration? Every year from September through early November, monarch butterflies travel from Canada to Mexico and pass through the United States. As these creatures travel thousands … Read More
City of Fountains
by Asia Jones There’s a reason Kansas City is called “The City of Fountains.” It has over 200 fountains, second only to Rome! Besides being visually stunning, these water features have a lot of historical and cultural significance. One of … Read More
Parks & Recreation Month- Great Places to Explore or Volunteer
by Asia Jones Between both states, the Kansas City parks and boulevard system includes more than 250 parks, thousands of acres of land, and 100+ miles of bike and walking trails that allow visitors to explore and experience the area’s … Read More
The Roots of Black Gospel Music are from Kansas City
by Asia Jones Get a glimpse into Kansas City’s rich Black Gospel history through the eyes, ears, and voices of some of the city’s legends through the new documentary “I’m So Glad: Kansas City and the Roots of Black Gospel … Read More