Getting Everyone Involved

What are the benefits of group hiking? Well, besides a sense of camaraderie, an experienced hiker is often given the opportunity of slowing down and enjoying the view a little more. An experience hiker has probably forgotten how far they have progressed in their ability level too, and in that case, a group hike provides them a chance to remember their first hikes and provide encouragement.

What are the downfalls? It is a slower pace, not only because some of the hikers may not have any trail experience, but also because of all the talking. Of course, you don't have to worry about anything wild coming out and scaring everyone either. All the noise generally scares them away.

The group I work with on a daily basis tried a hike, primarily I'm sure because they were tired of hearing my stories and not having those experiences. Hah! See the Mt. Missouri story and cringe. We enjoyed it especially because the kids and dogs came along. We didn't hike very far, but when we topped Palmer Park and got to sit on the rock wall and watch a storm come blowing across the city, it was a real eye-opener. We enjoyed each other's company. We talked about things we can't generally talk about in the cubicle farm. We returned to our desks with a greater understanding of each other.

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