Sally Forth in the Valley

Posted on April 21, 2026

Join us as we Sally Forth!

The community of St. John’s Church will host a series of memorial walks inspired by the life of Sally Bauer and her love of natural beauty. The cross-country walks—suitable for most levels of fitness—will be held on local farms owned by Sally’s friends and are the perfect way to remember Sally’s warmth, strength and compassion while building community and enjoying the healing power of nature. 

Please RSVP to Moira Hoen if you plan to attend a walk(s): m_bun@msn.com

Schedule

Walk #1

Departure location: St. John’s Church, 3738 Butler Road

Park: St. John’s parking lot

Date: Monday, May 4, 4-6 p.m.

Walk #2

Departure location: 14040 Mantua Mill Road

Park: Along Mantua Mill Road

Date: Monday, May 18, 9-11 a.m.

Walk #3

Departure location: 2050 Geist Road

Park: Near the outdoor riding ring

Date: Monday, June 1, 4-6 p.m.

Walk #4

Departure location: Green Spring Valley Hounds, 13920 Mantua Mill Road

Park: At the club house

Date: Monday, June 15, 9-11 a.m.

Walk #5

Departure location: 

Park: TBD

Date: Monday, June 22, 6-8 p.m.

Important Information

  • Please RSVP so we know how many people to expect at each walk.
  • Look for organizers in pink hats when parking.
  • Please, no pets allowed.
  • Wear clothing and shoes suitable for a farm walk, which may include dusty/muddy paths, uneven ground, etc.
  • Bring water!
  • Walking is at your own risk. Walks are suitable for most fitness levels, but please use good judgement of your own capacities. Walkers will be asked to sign a waiver prior to walking. 
  • In case of inclement weather, cancellations will be posted to St. John’s Facebook and Instagram the night before Monday morning walks and the morning of Monday afternoon walks. If you provide a cell number when you rsvp, a group text will also be sent.