Think you have the skill strength and stamina to give hiking a go If you like the idea of striding out into the wilderness on an epic endurance trek then read on FEEL THE THRILL One of the most famous hiking routes in the world is the Appalachian Trail which runs down the East Coast of America It's just over 2,175 miles 3,500 km long and takes around 175 days to cover Take the challenge Imagine exploring the most remote places on Earth battling through dense jungle trudging through treacherous snowdrifts or scrambling up steep mountain paths Hiking tests you to the limit 4
5 THRILL SEEKER George Meegan Britain FEAT Hiked 19,019 miles 30,608 km over 6½ years WHERE AND WHEN From the southern tip of South America to the most northern point in Alaska 1977 1983 Tough stuff Proper hiking isn't a stroll in the woods it's a long tough slog often in extreme cold or heat and in all kinds of severe weather You must be physically fit well-prepared for difficulties or dangers and able to keep a clear head if disaster strikes Hiking can take you on adventures through amazing landscapes You'll be tackling all kinds of tricky terrain so pack well and be prepared for anything
