Hiking Is Fundamental: A Step-by-Step Guide to Hitting the Trail

Discover the joy of hiking, one step at a time

Hiking is Fundamental is an informative celebration of all things hiking. Illustrated list-style chapters cover the core elements of getting into hiking, from preparation to pacing. This inviting overview will demystify the whole hiking experience and give readers the tools and skills they need to get started with confidence. Hiking is not exclusive to the wealthy, the athletic, or the experienced. It’s fun! And it’s for everyone.

Dr. Barbara Ann Kipfer is an archaeologist, lexicographer, former sports writer, hiker, and author. She has written more than 65 books and calendars, mostly lists, including 14,000 things to be happy about, 5,203 Things to Do Instead of Looking at Your Phone, Self-Meditation,Instant Karma, 8,789 Words of Wisdom, and The Wish List, 4,000 Questions for Getting to Know Anyone and Everyone (Random House), Roget's International Thesaurus, and 1,001 Ways to Live Wild, 1,001 Ways to Slow Down, and 1,001 Ways to be Creative. Find more of Barbara’s work online at thingstobehappyabout.com.