Hiking is one of lifes great joys. Fresh air, nature, exercise and good friends. Its difficult to imagine anything better if youre prepared. When youre not prepared properly, its difficult to imagine anything worse. If you hike a few hundred yards around your neighborhood or a few hundred miles around the backcountry, use these tips to get the most enjoyment out of your hiking experience. There are literally thousands of great places to hike in North America and dozens of quality websites to learn more about the sport. Check out our on-line education center or connect with a local hiking club for hikes in your area but in any case it is up to you and only you to get the most out of your hikes. Use this information and youll Get It Right The First Time. Get Outdoors! Source: Free Articles from ArticlesFactory.com Chuck Fitzgerald is the owner of Arizona based BackCountry Toys, an online specialty store with the Best Gear Out There and dedicated to helping outdoor enthusiasts to Get It Right The First Time with timely educational information. Please visit http://www.BackCountryToys.com to find great gear and to receive the Fact & Tips e-newsletter, "FreshAir. (800) 316-9055.