The Rock Church Hiking Ministry announced their Friday Night Hikes are back. The church invites members to hike to the Grasslands Loop and Oak Canyon Trail on May 13 at 5:15 p.m.
According to the church’s announcement, it would be an excellent opportunity for a fun fellowship while enjoying God’s magnificent creation at sunset. They added that they would start the adventure at 5:30 p.m.
The church reminded those interested to evaluate themselves before joining on the hike. Besides, they posted that it would be a moderate hike with some hills. They said that the highlight of this event is witnessing the sunset and worshiping God in His creation.
The website noted it would be three to four miles and the approximate hiking time is about two hours. They also allow participants to bring their dog on a leash and are kid-friendly. They also reminded that if the weather is not good, they will cancel the said activity.
More importantly, hikers need to wear good running shoes. They should also wear comfortable clothing and a hat or visor. The website added that Hiking Poles are optional. They also need to bring their water, at least one liter, and snacks. The church advised them to bring headlamps or flashlights just in case it gets dark. Lastly, they reminded those interested in bringing their mask.
About Hiking Ministry
The church website noted that the Hiking Trails Ministry motivates people through the Scripture and influences them with God’s creation’s passion through hiking and fellowship.
As for the kind of fitness of those interested, they mentioned that their hike is for every fitness level. The church schedules hikes at a medium level, and some are difficult. They also noted that those who wish to participate do not need to be an expert. They could start with an easy or moderate trek, the church added.
Moreover, they stated that the hiking ministry goes all over San Diego County, and there are a lot of excellent trails to choose from. The said ministry also collaborates with the Ninety-Nine Ministry for a Bible study on Wednesday evenings at 6 p.m.
Benefits of Hiking
In line with this, the National Park Service posted the advantages of hiking on its website. According to the said article, hiking is proven to give a lot of health benefits. They added that hiking could be a physical exercise and an emotional and mental relief from being in nature.
Hiking is one of the best methods of getting fit. The said activity is an excellent whole-body workout no matter what kind of trail an individual choose. It could strengthen the muscles and improve the hiker’s sense of balance and heart health.
Additionally, the said website mentioned that being in nature could improve one’s mood and mental condition. Researchers from Stanford University noted that having quality time in nature lessens stress and calms anxiety. Being outdoor could also lower the risk of depression, the website added.
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