Camaraderie of the Early Morning Hike

There’s something so refreshing about being out in nature early in the morning.  For the last few weekends I’ve pulled myself out of bed bright and early and headed to Griffith Park to challenge some of the miles upon miles of hiking trails populating its hills.

I love the cool morning air and the beautiful view of the city below, still misty and covered in fog smog.    But what I enjoy the most is the company that I keep on these excursions.  Not necessarily my own hiking partners, as I have been hiking alone lately (although anyone is invited!), but the men and women who have also sacrificed their morning to sleep in, to tackle the trails either alone or with their children and even their dogs.  Always friendly with a greeting, it really does make the travel so much more pleasant.

Even if you’re in a large city like I am, I always recommend squeezing as much nature in your recreational activities as possible.  Sometimes you just need a break from being engulfed in the smog.

Happy Labor Day!