Hiking enthusiasts and nature lovers, picture this: You've embarked on a challenging trek, determined to conquer the heights as part of your New Year's resolution. The view from the summit promises to reward your effort, but as you reach the pinnacle of the trail, you encounter a curious sight – a collection of stacked rocks, known as cairns, dotting the landscape. But what … [Read more...] about Why You Shouldn’t Stack Rocks On Hikes And What To Do If You See Them
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Why Shouldn’t You Stack Rocks On Hikes? And What Should You Do If You See Them
Rock stacking in national parks may seem harmless, or even fun to make, but we invite you to reconsider the problem they pose from a broader perspective. On the one hand, hiking in nature should provide an escape and a refuge from the everyday mundane life. That refuge, ideally, should be in an unadulterated natural setting (or minimally so). Rock graffiti, even if … [Read more...] about Why Shouldn’t You Stack Rocks On Hikes? And What Should You Do If You See Them