Judy Young, aka Gray Jay

I live in KY halfway between Louisville & Lexington. I was born & raised in this same county. I taught my entire career here:  PE, Health, & Science. I have 3 children, 6 grandchildren, & a husband of 42 years.

I suppose as long as I can put one foot in front of the other, I will continue to hike. When I started hiking, many folks around here thought I was “nuts.” Now they want to know where my next adventure is…and would I take them on a hike! Thus, my desire to start a Kentucky Trail Dames Chapter. There were no mentors when I began. Now I want to help others learn the joy of walking endlessly in the woods.