Hiking

Category: Outdoor Achievement - Posted on August 3rd, 2008 ShareThis

Hiking is a hobby as well as a form of exercise that many people enjoy. In cities where there are a lot of nature trails and parks, you will find many hiking lovers. Not only hiking is fun for yourself, you can also hike with your friends and family and picnic while hiking.

What is hiking?

Hiking is a form of walking long distances outdoors. Hiking is done in areas such as woods or meadows to enjoy the scenery and fresh air.

Sturdy footwear is required when hiking on rough terrain. People can hike on a trail or blaze their own trails through the woods.

Why do people hike?

Many people like hiking as a hobby and a sport because:

hiking is peaceful,
people enjoy looking at the scenery,
people like to identify local flora and fauna,
hiking is a great form of exercise
hiking is a way to spend time with friends and converse.

How long do I have to hike for? and when should I go hiking?

A hike can go on for as little as a mile or for many miles, it all depends on the preferences of the hiker. Hiking can also occur at any time of the day, in any environment where one can walk.

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