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Bust out your knapsack.  Become a natural trekker. Take an exciting hike.  There are, of course, all kinds of ways to get out there and enjoy a day on the trails.  Backpacking, trekking, and hiking are three great outdoor activities, and while they may seem the same, there are subtle variations to each.

As far as outdoor adventurers are concerned, trekking and hiking are basically the same.  The differences lie in the source of the words.  The word “hike” is derived from the Middle English word “hytchen” which became the Read more . . .