Hiking

Of all the things in the world to do, one of my favorites is hiking.

There is nothing like walking through the woods and feeling the breeze on your face. I think that there is a sense of healing in taking the time to commune with nature and let your stress flow away. There is a certain sense of serenity that comes from being around all things natural.

For me, the best time to go hiking is spring / early fall. I’m not big on 100 degree temperatures, but I do love a nice warm to cool day out in the woods. The sense of accomplishment is also great when you meet the goal you set for yourself and finish your trek through the trails.

We always take a picnic lunch and find a beautiful spot to sit for our meal and we take that time, as well, to take in the sights and sounds around us. At the end of a day hiking, you always feel refreshed, satisfied and happy. There’s really nothing like it.