Prompt 1

From the Big City to the Great Outdoors

            Living in the city is great; everything is really close and convenient. But at times let’s face it city life can be very fast paced. Nonstop, just going and going; sooner or later you will need a break. And the perfect place to get a break from the hectic city life is spending some time outdoors. Take a breather and go hiking in Lone Pine or spend a week camping out in Lake Arrowhead. Also you can go canoeing, fishing or mountain biking. As you can see there are lots of fun ways to relax all while experiencing a whole new adventure.

            If you are athletic and don’t mind physical exertion then hiking is your outdoors endeavor. You can go backpacking (trekking), this is where you spend several days walking through a scenic but arduous path (usually mountains). Or if you’re more into the fitness aspect of hiking then you can try Nordic walking, you basically are walking with poles similar to ski poles, and in doing this you are able to burn loads of calories. These are only a couple of the dozens of hiking types though so, if none of these interest you don’t worry there are many more to choose from. And if you would rather get your fix by biking through the mountains and trails than from walking through them, go ahead. There are lots of bike trails around and with all that wide open space you won’t ever have to worry about getting ran over by a car or anything for that matter.

            Like I said there are a lot of outdoor activities to enjoy so, if you like you can play it less active and just go camping. Camping is a range of activities that usually involves fishing, canoeing, etc. Being form the city you probably have never gone camping before so the best type of camping for you would probably be recreational vehicle(RV) camping. This is when you rent an RV that comes equipped with electricity, shower, toilet, heat you know all that good stuff. This form of camping is recommended for those who want to try the new adventure of camping but aren’t ready to give up all the “luxuries” they have become accustomed to (i.e. a shower).

            So, give city life a break and come kick it with us out here in the great outdoors. Where you can get just what the doctor ordered: fresh air, exercise, new adventures and most of all a little R & R.