Joy of Hiking

The joy of hiking includes exercise that never feels like a workout. That is unquestionably my definition of hiking.

Otherwise, why would I keep putting one foot in front of the other while walking uphill and down, through snow in the the winter, and mosquitoes biting in the summer?

Tolleston Dunes – Indiana Dunes National Park

On top of all that, put a camera in my hands and the adventures never cease. Plus, a camera is a perfect excuse to stop to frame a perfect photo when you really just need time to catch your breath.

Life is better in hiking boots.

Heron Rookery – Indiana Dunes National Park

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21 responses to “Joy of Hiking”

  1. Filipa Moreira da Cruz Avatar
    Filipa Moreira da Cruz

    WOW, please take me there, Pepper! 💚🌳 Beautiful picture from a magical place.

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Absolutely would love to take you along next time! 😁

      Reply
      1. Filipa Moreira da Cruz Avatar
        Filipa Moreira da Cruz

        😊

        Reply
  2. appalachianimagination Avatar
    appalachianimagination

    Great pictures!

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to comment. Have a great week. 😊

      Reply
      1. appalachianimagination Avatar
        appalachianimagination

        You are welcome!
        You do the very same.
        Thank you for taking time to reply. Stay Awesome!

        Reply
  3. WanderingCanadians Avatar
    WanderingCanadians

    It’s my favourite kind of exercise as well 🙂

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      I am not surprised at all by that. See you out on the trails. 😉

      Reply
  4. christinenovalarue Avatar
    christinenovalarue

    🌲💚

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Thank you, Christine. Have a wonderful Friday. 😊

      Reply
  5. singlikewildflowers Avatar
    singlikewildflowers

    Beautiful place to hike! I agree with your definition of hiking and stopping to take a camera break.

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      Thanks! I think my hubby has caught on to the reason for me needing to take a photo from the top of every sand dune. 😉

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      1. singlikewildflowers Avatar
        singlikewildflowers

        Keep taking those photos! You’ll be surprised at what you find each time. We camera happy people must take pictures ALWAYS. 🙂

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        1. Pepper Avatar
          Pepper

          I agree completely. 😊

          Reply
  6. lisaonthebeach Avatar
    lisaonthebeach

    Well now, I like that perspective! –>exercise that never feels like a workout!

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      I can honestly say that about hiking. I get bored walking on concrete but put me out on a trail in the middle of nowhere and I suddenly become the Energizer bunny. 😂

      Reply
      1. lisaonthebeach Avatar
        lisaonthebeach

        Wish I had more trail options near me. Well, I kind of do, but they are hot and deserty 😁But we have a bike/walking path along the wash a few houses down. I’ve put a lot of miles on that path!

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        1. Pepper Avatar
          Pepper

          Hot and deserty can be tough on most days. My hubby would like to move to the desert but I am not sure I am ready for that. 😧

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          1. lisaonthebeach Avatar
            lisaonthebeach

            Yeah, it takes getting used to. But it’s a dry heat! And it really does make a difference!!

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  7. Eliza Waters Avatar
    Eliza Waters

    You’re fortunate to have such a beautiful place to hike! 🙂

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    1. Pepper Avatar
      Pepper

      I have to agree with you. I had no idea that there were so many trails to explore before moving here. 😊

      Reply

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