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Reporters have followed Amanah Rec and Hiking Hijabie from the first group hike to snow tubing in January. Here is some of what they wrote.

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2025

  1. Hiking Hijabie: How this Minneapolis business owner is making outdoor clothing more inclusive

    Kare11Jan 7, 2025

    Hiking Hijabie: How this Minneapolis business owner is making outdoor clothing more inclusive 

    MINNEAPOLIS — Hiking can be one of the healthiest and cheapest activities for you and your family. But in order to have an enjoyable experience, you have to have the proper clothing!…

    Also published by Minneapolis Media Town News

2024

  1. Hiking group for Muslim women breaks barriers as hundreds flock to the outdoors

    Wisconsin Muslim JournalNov 29, 2024

    Hiking group for Muslim women breaks barriers as hundreds flock to the outdoors 

    When Nasrieen Habib launched a hiking group for Muslim women in 2022, she didn’t know if anyone would show up. Nine women responded to her initial social media post. “And we have never…

    Also published by Star Tribune, Sahan Journal

  2. About IslamNov 17, 2024

    Group Breaks Barriers in Minnesota and Beyond 

    Nasrieen Habib, a Minneapolis resident and mother of two, is breaking barriers with Hiking Hijabie, a group she launched in 2022 to encourage Muslim women to explore the outdoors. Starting…

  3. Un groupe de randonnées de femmes musulmanes brise les barrières au Minnesota et au-delà

    Histoire Et ChroniqueNov 17, 2024

    Un groupe de randonnées de femmes musulmanes brise les barrières au Minnesota et au-delà 

    Nasrieen Habib, résidente de Minneapolis et mère de deux enfants, brise les barrières avec Hiking Hijabie, un groupe qu'elle a lancé en 2022 pour encourager les femmes musulmanes à explorer…

  4. BarlagunaNov 16, 2024

    Twin Cities Muslim Women’s Hiking Group Breaks Barriers 

    When Nasrieen Habib launched a hiking group for Muslim women in 2022, she didn’t know if anyone would show up. Nine women responded to her initial social media post. “And we’ve never stopped…

  5. IQNANov 13, 2024

    Minneapolis: Group Builds Community, Connection for Muslim Women Outdoors 

    Founded by Nasrieen Habib, a local mother of two, the initiative provides a supportive space for Muslim families and women to enjoy the outdoors and stay active, Sahan Journal reported on…

  6. From hijabs to hiking: Muslim women embrace the great outdoors

    Africa NewsOct 1, 2024

    From hijabs to hiking: Muslim women embrace the great outdoors 

    Makiya Amin sped down a frosty slope, expertly maneuvering through jumps and bumps during her first snow tubing adventure at a Minnesota park on a bitterly cold January morning, with…

  7. Hidden Gems: Meet Nasrieen Habib of Amanah Rec Project

    Voyage MinnesotaAug 21, 2024

    Hidden Gems: Meet Nasrieen Habib of Amanah Rec Project 

    Today we’d like to introduce you to Nasrieen Habib Hi Nasrieen, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can…

  8. Empowering Muslim Women in Minnesota with Hiking Hijabie

    Mn UpstreamMar 11, 2024

    Empowering Muslim Women in Minnesota with Hiking Hijabie 

    Nasrieen Habib is 37 years old and she lives in North Minneapolis with her family. Nasrieen loves to spend time in nature, but she didn’t feel safe doing it alone, so she created a group for…

2023

  1. Hiking Hijabie: Hiking group helps connect Muslim community to the Great Outdoors

    Fox9Oct 18, 2023

    Hiking Hijabie: Hiking group helps connect Muslim community to the Great Outdoors 

    (FOX 9) - On a cloudy fall day in Victoria, for one group of hikers, a stroll through the great outdoors is more than just a walk in the park. "I enjoy being outdoors and it helps connect me…