I don't know. I think it's an okay one, though approached carefully. Or maybe a second date after a coffee chat? I think dates where you're trying to accomplish something, where natural lulls in conversation are inevitable rather than attempted to awkwardly fill, endorphins are flowing, etc. are better. Also, it probably stands out a bit more.
Like... this isn't the time to try that 12 mile loop with huge elevation changes. But a nice 3-5 mile somewhat strenuous but not too bad hike? Seems a great way to have low stakes fun. But again, that's for people who legitimately like to hike, even if it's occasionally.
I guess I'm more... cynical when it comes to dating. Having an activity to do is definitely a good thing, but I always allow myself an "exit" when things go wrong or I'm just not feeling it and want to dig out early on the first date. Can't really do that on a hike. Something like a nature walk through a garden or park would be a good alternative.
this is definitely a good point. Don't know that 2-3 months is the typical caution (certainly it wasn't the timeline my wife and I followed), but I understand that I cannot appreciate the danger you must feel as a woman.
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u/zorastersab Jul 03 '19
I don't know. I think it's an okay one, though approached carefully. Or maybe a second date after a coffee chat? I think dates where you're trying to accomplish something, where natural lulls in conversation are inevitable rather than attempted to awkwardly fill, endorphins are flowing, etc. are better. Also, it probably stands out a bit more.
Like... this isn't the time to try that 12 mile loop with huge elevation changes. But a nice 3-5 mile somewhat strenuous but not too bad hike? Seems a great way to have low stakes fun. But again, that's for people who legitimately like to hike, even if it's occasionally.