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4. Go on a Hike Going on a hike means
walking somewhere—usually
to a place further away than
you would normally walk.
Pick a route. Decide Gather your gear. Check
1 where to go. Short hikes, 3 the weather forecast and all you need
about 2–3 miles long, are decide whether to put • Comfortable shoes
good for beginners. rain gear, warm clothes, • Backpack
sunscreen, etc. in your
Work out your timing. backpack. • Drink and food
2 Most people can walk at
about 3 mph, so a 6 mile Go hiking. Stick to your
hike will take 2–3 hours, 4 route, stop when you are
including stops. tired or see something
Take water to drink, and interesting, and enjoy
on hikes of more than 2 being outside!
hours take food too.
Route notes
Tell an adult your route and
when you will be back. Then
they will know if you’re late
and where to look for you.
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