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I am interested in starting a hobby in hiking. I love in Canada (ontario) How do i start?
Im interested in doing "light" leisure walking. What equipment do I need besides a good pair of hiking boots?
Answer: There is a difference between "light" leisure walking and "hiking". Whatever you do make sure you get a good pair of "hiking" boots if you are hiking or a good pair of walking shoes if you are doing "leisure" walking
ESSENTIALS
- water - squirt some lemon juice in it to quench your thirst.
- hat - to protect for the sun - I prefer a Tilley hat because it has a pocket in the inside to keep stuff in.
- snack of some sort (nuts are good for the salt content)
- whistle - in case of danger or you get in trouble
- partner to hike/walk with - never go it alone
- light jacket - in case it rains or gets colder
- comfortable pants and shirt (preferably cotton so it will breath)
- mosquito repellent - for the pesty bugs not to bite you
- sunscreen - for those high UV days
- camera (optional) - you'd be amazed at what you will see in nature.
Some other possible essentials depending on the duration of the hike
- matches - in case you need to stay warm
- knife - protection
- first aid kit
SOME PLACES TO HIKE:
Ontario - Elora Gorge is good for hiking/walking around
- Algonquin Park is a great hiking area
- Kilarney Provincial Park if you want a challenge
- any provincial park will give you walking trails.
