Hiking is Next to Godliness

Every Friday I hike with a group of women that range between the ages of 46 - 70 years old.  In spite of many differently held beliefs, opinions and personalities, the experience of hiking with all of them is always a harmonious and connecting one.  I believe this happens because every woman there, for that period of time on Friday, experiences a connection between her own spirit and nature.  This is what I believe creates harmony among the entire group of women.

I would recommend that you use hiking poles when you are doing this, because in the long-term, it helps prevent enormous strain on your hips and knees (i.e. potential osteoarthritis).

I love XCR Gortex material for waterproof breathability.  And I love my down jacket that I can pack up into a tight little ball to have on hand if the weather turns cold, or if I cool down while stopping for lunch.  I also love my layered clothing that is made from Merino wool.  Even when I sweat buckets and it's cold out, my sweat dries quickly and I don't freeze.  In my opinion, the best Merino clothing I have found is www.icebreaker.com . And I wouldn't be without my mini Thermorest pad that I blow up to put under my butt when I sit down for lunch (when it's raining or snowing out, it's a Godsend).

Happy hiking!!!!