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https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-300x169.jpg 300w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-768x432.jpg 768w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-350x197.jpg 350w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-150x84.jpg 150w" sizes="(max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px" /> </div> <header class="entry-header"> <h1 class="entry-title">Explore the Outdoors on National Take a Hike Day</h1> <p class="entry-post-tags"> November 17, 2024<span class="byline"> | <span class="author vcard"><a class="url fn n" href="https://www.falconguides.com/blog/author/chummel/">Chlo茅 Hummel</a></span> </span><span class="cat-links">| <a href="https://www.falconguides.com/blog/category/blog/" rel="category tag">Blog</a>, <a href="https://www.falconguides.com/blog/category/latest-news/" rel="category tag">Latest News</a> </span> </p> </header> <div class="entry-content"> <p>National Take a Hike Day is celebrated on November 17th each year to encourage people to explore the outdoors, breathe fresh air, and enjoy all the wonderful benefits of hiking. </p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Celebrate?</h2> <p>There are over 60,000 miles of trails across the nation. Some of these established trails are new, while others are decades or hundreds of years old. Regardless, all hiking trails offer great exercise, the beauty of nature, stress relief, and a well-deserved break from screens. Below, we’re sharing a few tips to help you make the most of Take a Hike Day!</p> <div class="wp-block-image"> <figure class="aligncenter size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="576" src="https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-1024x576.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-1522" srcset="https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-300x169.jpg 300w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-768x432.jpg 768w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-350x197.jpg 350w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005-150x84.jpg 150w, https://dhjhkxawhe8q4.cloudfront.net/falcon-wp/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/15203326/29_DevilsIceboxSinkholeTrail_005.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption"><em>Photo credit: Michael Shepherd Jordan, from the upcoming June 2025 release <a href="https://www.falconguides.com/9781493079889/hiking-missouri/">Hiking Missouri</a></em></figcaption></figure></div> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Tips for a Fun Hike:</h2> <ul class="wp-block-list"> <li>Wear comfortable shoes</li> <li>Bring a buddy</li> <li>Stay hydrated</li> <li>Enjoy the fresh air and scenery</li> <li>Pack a snack</li> <li>Stay present (minimize screens!)</li> <li>Check the weather ahead of time</li> <li>Bring layers</li> <li>Practice <a href="https://lnt.org/why/7-principles/">Leave No Trace</a> principles</li> </ul> <p>Whether you hike for an hour or an entire day, we hope you enjoy all the incredible benefits of getting outdoors. 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