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Hiking is the act of walking through natural environments on walking paths or trails. It is

a recreational activity. It is commonly a day activity.However trekking is a multi-day activity.

Benefit of Hiking

Hiking has both physical and mental benefits.The benefits of hiking are as follows:

➔ It is great for blood circulation.

➔ It helps in growth and development of brain cells.

➔ It reduces stress.

➔ It gives us a learning experience.

➔ It boosts your overall well-being.

Preparation for hiking

➔ Fix your destination or route.

➔ Fix your day and time of hiking.

➔ Check the weather conditions.

➔ Check your destination and route conditions from other sources.

➔ Collect the map of your route.

➔ Prepare your backpack with food, water, map, raincoat etc.

➔ Wear your comfortable clothes, shoes and cap.

DOs and DONTS

➔ Avoid unsafe paths.

➔ Respect the nature and culture of the place.

➔ Don't disturb the environment.

➔ Don't leave your path.

➔ Follow signage and makers.

➔ Don't disturb and pollute the environment.

Hiking is very important for physical and mental development. It takes you closer to nature.

Hiking is a recreational activity but we should follow basic rules to be safe and make the journey

memorable.