I say that with a sarcastic tone because Michigan is having yet another day of rain. At least the flooded parks have dried out and the river has receded, for now. Taking a walk in the flooded park does make for an interesting time, unless most of the path is under water too.
I'm curious, what kind of weather won't you walk in? Are you a die-hard person who will walk in any kind of weather or temps? Did you know walking during winter burns more calories because you are carrying the extra weight of your clothing and from your body trying to keep warm? Even just walking around the block is better than the same amount of time on a treadmill. They say in many homes the air quality is worse than some factories. Fresh air is free and untaxed ;) - for now, maybe I shouldn't give them ideas, huh?
What places have you been in the winter that makes it worth the trouble (plowed, not plowed, scenic, etc)? It's my experience most trails are not plowed and few are groomed for skiers. If they are being groomed, hiking and running is not allowed on the groomed portions of the trail. You must be wearing skis, even snowshoes are not allowed. The Hansen trail guide does cover this, but it is good to call ahead to the trail staff to find out. When possible, I will cover this.
Enough of the snow... my other question is do you go for a motorcycle ride and then go hiking somewhere? Where are your favorite places to take these rides, where you can safely park your bike to walk and are there any good restaurants and lodging nearby?
Coming up in the next week: cellphone apps, geocaching, Deerfield trail in Mount Pleasant.
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