0_Apprentice
I used to hike a lot and really enjoyed it. It's a great way to exercize and get out in nature.
1_Wizard
Yes, I like it as well. It's better than just walking in an urban area
0_Apprentice
Definatly. I don't mind walking in the sububs, but anywhere that has a lot of exhaust fumes makes me fell ill. 
1_Wizard
In the UK they use the word walking for both walking and hiking
0_Apprentice
Oh yeah? I guess we do too here in the US. Although, I think hiking, to me at least, needs to involve some type of trail and dificult terrain. 