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TV6 Marquette Oct. 29, 2024
MUNISING, Mich. (WLUC) - A Michigan native is making a more than 2,000-mile trek for mental health awareness.
NBC 25 Flint Oct. 24, 2024
NEWBERRY, Mich.— For the next year and maybe two, one Michigander plans to walk at least 2,000 miles through Michigan and across the country to bring attention to the importance of sound mental health.
WILX 10 Lansing Sep. 3, 2024
LANSING, Mich. (WILX) - While thousands trekked across the Mighty-Mack on Labor Day, a local Lansing man kicked off a 2,000-mile journey of his own.
Fox 17 Grand Rapids Sep. 10, 2024
ST. IGNACE, Mich. — Woody has walked here. Woody has walked there.
CBS News Detroit Jul. 24, 2024
A Michigan man is embarking on a lengthy journey for a cause close to his heart and is raising awareness about mental health issues. Woody Ellis joined CBS News Detroit to talk about his journey.
WNEM 5 Saginaw Aug. 19, 2024
One man's journey to raise money for charity
WKTV Grand Rapids Aug. 8, 2024
One man, 2 feet, 2+ years, 2,000+ miles – and a cause.
WLNS 6 Lansing Aug. 28, 2024
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – There is a Mid-Michigan man with a long journey ahead of him as he plans to walk thousands of miles for charity.
State News East Lansing Sep. 3, 2024
Lansing native Woody Ellis has started an ambitious hiking journey, to say the least.
"Hike" Podcast Sep. 17, 2024
Woody Ellis comes on the show to discuss his long walk to help raise awareness and funds for mental health issues. Woody kicked off his walk by crossing the iconic span of the Mackinaw Bridge this Labor Day.
"Super Good Camping" Podcast Sep. 23, 2024
Today's guest is Woody Ellis and he's on a trip to walk 2000+ miles to raise awareness and donations for mental health.
"The Backpacking Podcast" Oct. 2, 2024
Woody's Bio: Charity hike 2.0. 2,000+ miles across North America for mental health awareness and healing. Join me for a stretch and we will feature the charity of your choice!
St Ignace News Aug. 27, 2024
Lansing Man To Begin Mental Health Walk in Straits Area
Newberry News Oct 20, 2024
A Lansing, Michigan native is walking 2,000 miles for mental health awareness and to help lift the stigma that surrounds mental illness.
WILS 1320 Lansing Jul. 24, 2024
Woody is walking over 2,000 miles to combat the stigma surrounding mental illness.
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