What is the Hike for Life?

The Hike for Life is an annual event sponsored by the Knights of Columbus that raises funds for crisis pregnancy centers in the Dallas area.

What is a crisis pregnancy center?

A crisis pregnancy center is a place a woman, who suspects that she is pregnant, can go to receive counseling, pre and post natal care, monetary assistance if needed, and, if she chooses, adoption services for her baby in the event she is unable to care for the child.

Are abortions also made available to her?

No, not at any center that is supported by the Hike. As Christians we do not believe that abortion solves any problem: it only creates numerous problems in the life of the mom, dad, families, and of course the baby who will never know the joys of life.

This is sponsored by the Knights… do I have to be a Knight to participate?

No, although we urge all Knights to attend we depend on people like you to make the Hike a success. In fact most people who attend the Hike are not Knights or related to the Knights at all. They simply are Christians who care about life.

Where is the Hike held?

There are several locations to choose from, Garland, Waxahachie, Dallas (Flag Pole Hill and Bachman Lake), the Dallas area, Weatherford and Denton in the Fort Worth area, and El Paso. If you wish, a personal Hike at a location of your own choosing. This is where you Hike where you want, when you want. Simply contact hikeforlifetexas@gmail.com for more details.

Is it fun?

The Hike is great fun, especially with a group. Get your friends together and do the Hike together. Talk, sing songs, pray, it’s up to you. Some people love the Hike because it is the one time during the year that they talk to God all by themselves for hours, for others it is the only time during the year that they get any exercise.

How long of a distance is the Hike?

The distance is 5K.

When are the Hikes?

Each year the dates of the Hikes change due to Site availability. The dates can be viewed on the Participate Page.