Sometimes you take a walk, sometimes the walk takes you

Hiking along the Sunrise Side of Mt RainierA glorious late summer day hiking along the Sunrise side of Mt Rainier. Ever notice when one walks in the mountains the term is hiking while when in a more urban or suburban setting its walking?

According to Wikipedia walking is defined by an ‘inverted pendulum’ gait in which the body vaults over the stiff limb or limbs with each step. This applies regardless of the number of limbs – even arthropods with six, eight or more limbs.

Wikipedia defines Hiking is an outdoor activity which consists of walking in natural environments, often in mountainous or other scenic terrain. People often hike on hiking trails.

In this picture, this activity would definitely be considered hiking. Yes hiking, no doubt about it.

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