LISBON – During the weekend of June 23 to 25, Amelia Peter-Paul of Lisbon will hike through the rugged terrain of New Hampshire’s White Mountains in one of New England’s most challenging all-female fundraising events – the Wilderness Heals Annual Pledge Hike. The hike benefits the Elizabeth Stone House in Boston.

Peter-Paul will unite with more than 60 other women, to raise more than $100,000 for the women and their children served at the Stone House for mental health issues and domestic violence.

Any woman, athletic or non-athletic, can participate in Wilderness Heals. The hike encourages women to set challenging physical, emotional and financial goals. The challenges mirror the experiences of the women who go to the Stone House. The hike is an outlet for women to grow personally and is also a bonding and supportive experience for anyone who participates.

By raising a minimum is $1,200, Wilderness Heals hikers can choose from four trail options in the Presidential Range of the White Mountains, including a backcountry camping option. Three out of the four routes offer hikers overnight accommodations in AMC huts and two of the routes offer hot meals.

To contribute to Peter-Paul’s hike, visit www.elizabethstone.org under “How You Can Help” and designate the donation in the hiker’s name or send a check made payable to the Elizabeth Stone House, P.O. Box 300039, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130. For more information, call 617-522-3659, ext. 207.