It’s Friday so let’s all daydream… which would you rather do and why?
A hike.
I’m lazy and tend to sit around a lot. That said, I’d still take woods over beach any day. I got my camera and telephoto lens for wildlife photos, walking in the shade at a comfortable pace… That’s a good way to spend a couple hours.
Hike in the morning, chill and swim in the afternoon.
When do we leave?
This made me smile 😊
Forests are much more fun IMO. There’s always so much to see and experience. Bring binoculars with you, and you can try identifying birds. If you’re into botany, there’s no shortage of plants to explore. If chilling is your thing, find the nearest fireplace. If there’s a lake or a pond, you could combine that with swimming too. Bring a fishing rod, and you’ll have a chance to get some food.
Forest hike.
I’m not super into chilling in that way and the sun hates me. I enjoy hiking much more.
Of course, there are variables that affect the decision here but in general: forest hike.Edit: bunch of hiking buds in here! Love it.
Yep I’m lying on the beach alone! Which is super chill and fine with me
There was a time I wouldn’t have been able to choose. Truth be told, the only reason I can choose is that I can’t hike any more, so that’s what I really want back.
But, ngl, at my age, I think I’d end up choosing the beach more often than hiking if the ability came back.
Hike for sure. Only thing a beach has going for it are the girls in bikinis.
There is no law that says women can’t wear bikinis in the forest.
But there are mosquitoes…
Florida beaches have mosquitos too. And sand fleas. It doesn’t seem to stop women from wearing bikinis.
I need more details! Is it a sandy beach or cliffs? Is it secluded or populated? Is it tropical or temperate?
Good question! It’s sandy, populated and lovely warm without blazing heat
In that case I’d rather not! 😅
I don’t really like people looking at me, and I don’t like the noise and clamor of families with children. I guess I’m a bit of a miserable misanthrope at my core. Those crowded typical beaches have never really appealed to me. Give me some secluded cliffs by a forest lake though and we can have a conversation.
I’d prefer the forest. I love learning about local flora, and take tons of plant photos on my hikes. At least in my area, beaches are dominated by 1-3 invasive species, while forests mostly have intact native species diversity.
I’m sure if i were into birds i’d have a different answer.
I’m into birds, and I prefer the forest too! Warblers don’t hang out at the beach, and down the path of seagull identification lies terror…
I agree about the seagulls! They all look the same to me but there are apparently 2-4 species in my area depending on the season
Hike through a forest to reach the beach for chilling.
Fuck I miss Vancouver Island…
From the comments and my experience being among vegetation versus getting sand everywhere, it’s clear that we all came from the trees. To fully self-actualize we must all return to monke.
There’s a forest with a beach near me, I don’t need to choose!
I prefer the forest, although I think that it’s at least partly down to me preferring hiking. There are some beaches not too far from me with interesting caves and rock formations, and I like visiting them
You’re living the dream! What do you like about the formations?
They’re just aesthetically pleasing to me, I suppose. I like a bit of naturally dramatic scenery. There are some interesting stories attached to couple of them too, like caves that were used as hideouts for smugglers. Some are stable and climbable enough that you can use them to get a good viewpoint over the others
That sounds really cool! I’m glad you have that near you
Forest for sure. I can’t exactly say that I’m big fan of sand, salt, and sun, plus I love the local woods.
Is it mosquito season?
