Our mission is to run in as many forests as possible. This time, it was Mbooni Forest. Also called Mbooni Hills, Mbooni Forest is located in Makueni County, Eastern Kenya. It is about 1800 meters above sea level, which makes it a great fitness challenge. So, follow along as we discover Mbooni Forest. Getting to…
Trail running is more than just a fitness activity. It is also a means for self-discovery, nature exploration, and social connection. For someone starting, it is more challenging than road running because of the rugged, muddy, rocky, and dirt paths. However, it’s also more fun. I thought I would apply my basic road running knowledge…
My partner and I enjoy running in nature. Since we’ve previously run in Karura Forest and Ngong Hills, we decided on Oloolua Forest this time. So, this guide is inspired by our experience. We used a public vehicle, but the route is the same if you use a private one. Related: My Boyfriend Confesses the…
This run was long talked about. Therefore, we were super excited to be actualizing it. Because visiting Oloolua was a first for us, we did what everyone does these days when looking for directions to a new place. We asked Mr Google, or is it Mrs? Our Google search provided good information, but sadly, the…
Karura Forest is a natural forest within the city limits of Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. It was gazetted in 1932 and is managed by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) in partnership with a community forest association called the Friends of Karura Forest. Karura Forest was my first-ever trail run in 2021, and I…