I'm not usually a fan of commercial promotions in the back country, but this one made me smile; https://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adventure/hiking-and-backpacking/naked-trails/

As I recall, Colin Fletcher first suggested "boots and socks only" hiking in the original Complete Walker. (I think he first tried it on either his length-of-California walk or his Grand Canyon walk.)

Never been brave (or proud) enough to try it myself.

It does make you think about sitting down for a rest on the trail...

And stepping over fallen trees would also require a bit more thought.

And biting bugs!!!

I've had bugs get in my mouth, nose, eyes and ears while hiking. You've just opened up new frontiers of fear!

Hiking without any clothes, but just shoes
Seems a thing that some people now do
Let your “boys” swing in the breeze
Just as free as they please
Just know the skeeters will notice that too…..