HIKING
is fun, and healthy, for
FAMILIES DOGS
&
By Karen Chávez, kchavez@citizen-times.com
Betty Trexler, of Asheville, and Lila enjoy a hike through Bent Creek. When hiking with a dog, be sure you have supplies for both of you and know the trail’s leash rules. JOHN COUTLAKIS/JCOUTLAKIS@CITIZEN-TIMES.COM
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ASHEVILLE — If you love your dog, and your children, you’ll take them hiking. And if you love hiking, you should definitely take your dog, and your kids, along for the adventure. Hiking is a wonderful way to expose children to a different form of “playing” outdoors, away from digital, beeping boxes and give them a chance to be creative and get exercise and fresh air.
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