Well, I just like walking. Quite often for the peace it can give when I fancy walking on my own. For the feeling of being part of the landscape. All the physical and mental benefits that go with it. I suppose it's mooching about and taking in the scenery and I'll take a map and compass if I'm out in the country. I can go fast or slow, wander where I want (most times) depending on landowners barriers!; and stop for a cuppa and a bite for however long I want, I can take snaps or not and let myself relax. I can work things out easier, come to terms with things I can't change and learn that I can change the things that I can. I can blow off steam, I can feel content and happy. And the great thing is, if I haven't worked things out enough, I can just open the front door and start all over again.
If I go with a group then, it's good for the company, listening and talking about all kinds of things and walking at a steady, more disciplined pace.And there's no tax on it...yet!