Who We Are

Wildwood Connections creates space for people to reconnect—with nature, with themselves, and with each other.

Why We Gather

In a fast-moving world, nature offers something rare: stillness, perspective, and the quiet reminder that we are part of something larger.

Meet Alex

Alex Hawkins is the founder of Wildwood Connections. With a background in mindfulness and a deep love of the outdoors, Alex creates experiences that bring people into deeper relationship with nature and each other.

Who We Are

Wildwood Connections creates space for people to reconnect—with nature, with themselves, and with each other.

Why We Gather

In a fast-moving world, nature offers something rare: stillness, perspective, and the quiet reminder that we are part of something larger.

Meet Alex

Alex Hawkins is the founder of Wildwood Connections. With a background in mindfulness and a deep love of the outdoors, Alex creates experiences that bring people into deeper relationship with nature and each other.

Nature has a way of bringing us back to ourselves.

    • Mindful guided hikes

    • Small group outdoor experiences

    • Wildcrafting and nature learning

    • Community gatherings in nature

    Each experience is designed to be welcoming, intentional, and rooted in connection.

  • Our mission is to bring people together outdoors through mindful movement, shared exploration, and a deeper relationship with the land.

  • Wildwood Connections brings together individuals, communities, and organizations who share a curiosity for nature and a desire to slow down.

    Individuals

    People who want to spend more time outdoors, reconnect with themselves, and experience mindful movement in a supportive group setting.

    Community Groups

    Friends, local groups, and community organizations looking for intentional outdoor gatherings that encourage connection and shared experience.

    Collaborative Partners

    We collaborate with mission-aligned partners—from wellness practitioners to outdoor organizations—to create thoughtful experiences in nature.

    Local Land Stewards

    Whenever possible, we work with and learn from those who care for the land, supporting practices that respect and protect the natural places where we gather.