<p>Do they still do the optional hikes? I did the Stanley Canyon hike at my SS. It was definitely worth it.</p>
<p>Oh don't go on the "hiking trip" which is offered early on the first day, unless you are in good shape and from somewhere higher then sea level...</p>
<p>It is more of a climb then a hike!</p>
<p>I went expecting a nice hike through the forest, and while it was really beautiful - it killed me (i wasn't in the best of shape). I was sore for the next couple days!</p>
<p>If they still offer both Stanley Canyon and Eagles Peak hikes, realize that Eagles peak is a fairly steep mountain trail. The Stanley Canyon hike is still a decently tough hike (even though it is a short distance).</p>
<p>If you do either, I highly recommend some hiking boots. I wore tennis shoes, and the tread pattern got almost no traction on the gravel/dirt trail...made comming down quite, erm--interesting.</p>
<p>Just how difficult is the physical stuff at SS? I'm taking all college courses (long story), and haven't had time to do as much training as I woud've liked. Still not in horrible shape, but not great.</p>
<p>SS is not too difficult. Doolie for a day can be challenging, though.</p>
<p>raimus, I think they only had the Eagle's Peak hike.</p>
<p>dmac09, i'm from sea level, and the only real physical training i'd done before was soccer (a winter sport for us). i was a little burnt out after "doolie for a day," but it was fun, team-building stuff and my whole element was cheering each other on.</p>
<p>I didn't really have a problem, I too and from sea level and my only physical preparation was playing tennis. I was tired after doolie for a day, but I made it through everything fine. The morning PT is not bad either, although the running was a little tough for me</p>
<p>Ok, that makes me feel a lot better going into SS. I was worried that I'm in waaay over my head at this point, since I haven't had much to compare to physically except past times/scores. Thanks!</p>
<p>No, you'll be fine for SS. Just make sure that you start working out more to prepare for the CFA if USAFA is where you decide you want to go.</p>