The Hiking Practice Trail at Tai Mo Shan and aimed
to provide the basic safety and essential knowledge
on hiking activity to the public. It is an easy
walk and is suitable for family and individual
who are interested in hiking. Take the bus and
get off at Twisk, walk along Tai Mo Shan Road to
reach the Rotary Park, the entrance of the trail
is right there.
How long do we
need to complete the hiking practice trail? According
to Naismth's Law, adult can walk 4 km within an hour
and need an additional hour for every 500m gain in
altitude. Taken the local condition into consideration,
you could estimate the time required. Besides, physical
fitness is essential for a safe and enjoyable trip.
Follow the instructions at the "step test" station,
you may check if you are ready for long distance
hiking.
You can learn how
to locate yourself by using a map on the interpretative
sign. Believe it or not, walking downhill is harder
than going uphill, as it requires certain skills.
Use the footprints along the trail to practice "zagzig" downhill
method. Walk through this woodland circular trail
and practice all kinds of hiking techniques, then
head back to the Rotary Park, the destination of
the trail.
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