Usher in the New Year with other outdoor lovers at one of the many First Day Hikes, and one First Day Horse Ride, offered Jan. 1 at Indiana’s state parks.
First Day Hikes are a healthy way to start 2015 and a chance to get outside, exercise, enjoy nature and connect with friends.
DNR’s Division of State Parks is hosting 32 First Day events throughout the state, including a trail run/walk at Monroe Lake, and a First Day Horse Ride at Tippecanoe River State Park.
First Day events at Indiana State Parks are (all times are local):
Indiana Dunes, 10 a.m.: Meet at the nature center for a three-dunes-challenge hike. The hour-long hike ends with a fire and snacks.
Potato Creek, 2 p.m.: Meet at the nature center auditorium for a 1-mile hike down Peppermint Loop. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served afterward.
Information on First Day events around Indiana is available at dnr.IN.gov/dnr/parklake/2420.htm.
