Haenam-gun, Sanrini and Honsanjok Walking Event

Protecting the Environment through 'Jupging'?Picking Up Trash While Walking

Haenam-gun will hold walking events for beginner mountain climbers and mixed climbing groups on Dalmagodo in four sessions. (Photo by Haenam-gun)

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Hyun] Jeonnam Haenam-gun announced on the 11th that walking events for beginner hikers and solo hikers will be held four times on the Dalmagodo Trail on the 15th and 29th of this month, and the 12th and 26th of next month.

Under the theme of "Dalmagodo Walking Event for Beginner Hikers and Solo Hikers," this event will be accompanied by a trekking guide, providing an opportunity for 'solo hikers' who hesitated to travel alone and 'beginner hikers' who are new to hiking to enjoy their trips with peace of mind.

In particular, this walking event will be conducted as "plogging" (picking up trash + jogging), allowing participants to take care of both their health and environmental protection simultaneously, making it a meaningful event. Participants will also receive recognition for their volunteer activities.

To participate in the event, you can apply in advance through the KakaoTalk channel (365 Days Dalmagodo Walking Day) or the county tourism department. Anyone nationwide can participate, and the participation fee is free.

This event will limit the number of participants to under 100 through reservation, and will be conducted strictly following COVID-19 prevention guidelines such as wearing masks, temperature checks, staggered departures with small groups, and maintaining social distancing.

The walking courses include the most popular routes within Dalmagodo: "Dalmagodo Full Course Walk" (7 hours), "Climb Dosolbong to View the Dadohae" (5 hours), and "Exploring the Millennium Forest Old Trail to Ttangkkeut Tower" (7 hours).

County Governor Myeong Hyun-gwan said, "We will do our best to ensure a safe walking trip through thorough quarantine and safety management," adding, "We hope visitors enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery while walking the forest trails and find healing for their bodies and minds tired from COVID-19."

Meanwhile, Dalmagodo is a trail created around Dalmasan Mountain, known as the Geumgangsan of the southern provinces, boasting magnificent mountain terrain and the spectacular views of the Dadohae Sea. It has already attracted over 30,000 visitors this year alone, gaining attention as a trekking hotspot.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.