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Hiking. A very relaxing past time loved by many. But unfortunately, as the world develops, nature is quickly being overrun by concrete and steel. The cry of many a hiker is fast becoming an anthem – “where are the good hiking trails near me?” What Makes a Good...
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Ever wondered what the oldest work out in the world is? No? I’ll tell you anyway. Hiking. Our ancestors were in better form (and shape) than us because they hiked a lot. Needless to say, they had no other choice. But still, they hiked, and they were in better shape....
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The John Muir Trail is considered to be the “premier” hiking trail in all of the United States. While it is not as long as some other trails, such as the American Discovery Trail, which spans the entire continental United States and lasts 6,800 miles, the John Muir...
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One of the best, long hiking trails in North America is the Appalachian Trail. In fact, this trail is the longest hiking-only trail in the world. If you look at an Appalachian Trail map, you’ll see an amazing array of things to do and see. Hiking the Appalachian Trail...
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The Appalachian Trail – it sounds like something from an old folk song. In fact, the “Appalachian National Scenic Trail” – as it is more formally called – is a real, extensive hiking that runs along the East Coast from Maine to Georgia. Managed in part by the...
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One of the great benefits of being an American is having access to all the amazing natural wonders in the country. This includes more than 200,000 miles worth of trails!The American Hiking Society is an important resource for the protection of America’s vast trail... 
