When I first started hiking way back in 2015, for the most part, I was training myself both mentally and physically for a 10-day trek across New Zealand at the end of that year.Before that trek, the longest trip I had done was about 2-3 days. So, as you can imagine, I really had to get myself in the best shape possible to do this one.
Every chance I got I went hiking and camping, and would often choose longer trails and gradually increase the weight in my backpack to replicate what I was going to do at the end of the year.
So, pretty much all the hikes I did in 2015 were long-distance and most of them had hills of some description.
Now that that trip has been done, and I don’t have a big trip planned anytime soon, the reason I get out there now is to simply explore new areas.
When I started, most, if not all, of my hiking occurred in the eastern region of Melbourne. However, once The Hiking Society MeetUp group was in full swing, I found myself driving just about anywhere and everywhere to find new places to go.
But what about you?
What helps you decide where you go hiking and/or camping?
Is it as simple as wanting to go somewhere you’ve never been before? Or do you have a bigger trek planned for the future and want to train for that?
Whatever the reason, I would love to know! So feel free to leave a comment in the comments section below!
