I am interested in getting fit and my friend recommended hiking.  Do you know much about it yourself?
I do actually. I like to go backpacking and trail hiking, especially in the Rocky Mountains.
wow that sounds exciting!! what equipment would I need to start off?
Well when hiking a long trail, at a minimum you would want a tent, a sleeping bag and a sleeping pad. Of course you'll also need a backpack to put them in.
ok I think I will need to go shopping!! How long would you go hiking for? how many days?
Perhaps a few days would be a good start. No need to start off with a thru hike of the Appalachian Trail (2200 miles!).
oh I think I would need a few practice runs before I try that!! haha what is the longest one you have tried?
I once did a section of the Continental Divide Trail. I hiked for 2 weeks that time. I can't claim to be a real expert, but it was fun!
sounds fantastic.  I think I might start on a few all dones ones first then build myself up to overnights.  i am so excited.  Thanks for your advice.
Hiking
Hiking is the preferred term, in Canada and the United States, for a long, vigorous walk, usually on trails (footpaths), in the countryside, while the word walking is used for shorter, particularly urban walks. On the other hand, in the United Kingdom, and the Republic of Ireland, the word "walking" is acceptable to describe "all forms" of walking, whether it is a walk in the park or backpacking in the Alps. The word hiking is also often used in
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