I was surrounded by life and beauty. My soul was content, and my life felt full.

One thing I think I've always felt about being in nature is that it's a very natural taste.

I know that I was hiking at a very young age because I remember being convinced that it was the trees that were talking.

I would rather watch a sunset than TV.

Our bodies are made to move, and moving down the trail is one of the oldest, natural ways people have used their bodies.

Writing is one of the main ways that I process the experience.

Hiking is great because it's a lifelong sport and you're outdoors, active, so whether you call that a sport or a hobby or a recreation, I think the wording - it's a great way to get exercise, and it can be as challenging as you want to make it.