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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Jun 1

Hikes 25 & 26 complete!
Knocked out Pleasantville Loop on Saturday, then treated myself to some ice cream at Prigel Farm Creamery. Wrapped up the weekend with a great hike at Northwest Branch with Outdoor Afro DMV — solid workout and even better company.
#52HikeChallenge #OutdoorAfro #WeekendVibes

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · May 25

Getting in the miles this weekend with hikes 23 & 24 in the books! 💪🏾 Today’s adventure with OutdoorAfro DMV pushed my limits, but I showed up and conquered that trail. Maryland keeps delivering — so many gems to explore!
🥾🌲 #HikingMaryland #OutdoorAfro #TrailLife #BlackAndOutdoors #52HikeChallenge

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · May 18

Hike 22/52: Conquered! 🥾⛰️
Lots of inclines, but I tackled ‘em all at Cromwell Valley Reservoir. Got up early to beat the heat and it totally paid off. Let’s gooo! 💪🏽🌞 #52HikeChallenge #HikingLife
#FitInNature

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · May 17

Swapped the hiking boots for a paddle today! Had a blast kayaking with @Outdoor Afro DMV at Loch Raven. Nothing like good vibes and calm water to recharge the soul.

#OutdoorAfro #LochRaven #KayakingLife #BlackJoyOutside #NatureHeals

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · May 11

A perfect Mother’s Day! Hike 21/52 with my crew — 6.63 miles at Little Gunpowder, done! Now we’re grubbing on Maryland crabs and kicking back. 🥾🦀🧘🏾

#MothersDay #52HikeChallenge
#LittleGunpowderFalls
#CrabFeast #SundayFunday #MarylandOutdoors #GratefulMom

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · May 4

Hike 20/52
Rain chased everyone else away—my first solo hike!
Just me, the trees, and an impromptu forest concert 🎶 (I sang all the songs).
When no one else shows up, show up for yourself.

#52HikeChallenge
#RedRunStreamTrail #DancingInTheRain #NatureLover #HikingJoy

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · May 3

Hike 19/52 — Linked up with TheHikeCrew for some good vibes and forest bathing at the Rachel Carson Greenway Trail. Trees were talking, spirits were lifted, and miles were earned. Nature really gets me.
#52HikeChallenge #TheHikeCrew #RachelCarsonTrail #HikeMoreWorryLess #NatureTherapy

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 19

Wandered through historic Frederick today—quiet charm, cobblestone streets, and creative sparks. The Delaplaine Arts Center fed the soul (6/12). Ended with bold flavors and warmth at Sabor de Cuba. A day well spent.

#FrederickMD #DelaplaineArtsCenter
#CubanEats #SmallTownVibes #WeekendWanderings

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 18

Spring blooms made today truly a Good Friday—nature showing off in the best way.
#GoodFriday #SpringBlooms #NatureVibes #Grateful #BloomSeason

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 18

Starting the long weekend with hike 18/52 at Northwest Branch—sunshine, fresh air, and that perfect spring energy. Wrapped it up wandering through the blooms at Brookside Botanical Gardens. Everything’s in full bloom!
#52HikeChallenge #NorthwestBranch #BrooksideGardens #SpringVibes #NatureTherapy

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 13

Hike 17/52: Sweathouse Branch & Wildlands Loop. Vibing to old school Sunday morning jams with a little gospel in the mix. Soul fed, trail tread. #52HikeChallenge #SundayVibes #HikeLife

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 10

Currently reading/listening to Jim Crow’s Pink Slip—the truth about how Black educators were systematically pushed out post–Brown v. Board. This history isn’t talked about enough. #BlackEducationMatters #HiddenHistory #Desegregation #BlackTeachers #EducationalJustice

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 6

Hike 16/52 with my mini feet beside me.
Red Run Stream, close to home, wrapped us in morning calm.
In the whirlwind of life, choose joy—again and again.
#52HikeChallenge #NatureHeals #HikingWithKids
👣🌿☀️

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 6

Yes, I realize they want privatization. However, in this moment, we still need to make sure that the most vulnerable are taken care of. We can do that while also fighting for a more just and democratic system.

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 6

Yes! Also, take that energy and start filling in the gaps left by the destruction of egocentric people in power. As programs are shut down find ways to help. Volunteer to tutor or be a big friend to children whose afterschool programs are closed. Do something meaningful and productive.

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 6

Now all those people who took to the streets need to organize and do the real work. After school programs are being shut down. Volunteer to tutor or be a Big Friend. Do something meaningful that doesn’t make the news but makes a real difference. This is what good trouble looks like.

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Apr 6

Now all those people who took to the streets need to organize and do the real work. After school programs are being shut down. Volunteer to tutor or be a Big Friend. Do something meaningful that doesn’t make the news but makes a real difference.

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Mar 29

Hike 15/52 was a chance to show our Japanese exchange student the beauty of Maryland’s parks. Patapsco Valley State Park did not disappoint! #52HikeChallenge #PatapscoValley

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Mar 19

Swapped city streets for swamp views at Everglades NP! Hike 14/52 was an easy Shark Valley stroll—gators 🐊 were keeping an eye on me. Wrapped it up with museum visit 5/12 at the Museum of the Everglades in Everglades City. History + nature = a solid day! #52HikeChallenge #EvergladesAdventures
#NPS

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Mar 3

Spent the day in DC celebrating Black history & excellence! Visited the Motor Green Book exhibit at the MLK Library, then saw the Quilts by Black Women at the Renwick—powerful stories stitched into every piece. A reminder of resilience, creativity, and legacy.

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Mar 1

Swapped my usual weekend hike for a walk with Girls Who Walk Baltimore! 👟💜 Got in a fun two-mile stroll with hundreds of amazing women. Such an energizing way to kick off #WomensHistoryMonth! ✨🚶‍♀️💪 #GirlsWhoWalkBaltimore

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Feb 23

Hike 12/52 at Patapsco Park. Five miles of fresh air and trail time. Spring is in the air, and the woods are waking up. #52HikeChallenge #PatapscoValley #SpringVibes

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Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Feb 17

Welcome to the new Jim Code!

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Feb 17

It’s interesting cause I do lots of work using Canva and this was a first.

Enaye Englenton @eenglenton71.bsky.social · Feb 17

Tried to use Canva write ai to revise text in a slide about the economic impact of Black labor and got a message that it could not do it b/c the topic was political.

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