From staff reports
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) announced it will host nearly 60, guided hikes in 34 state parks and three forest districts on New Year’s Day as part of the nationwide “First Day Hike” effort.
Cook Forest State Park is one of the parks hosting a First Day Hike.
Designed to promote a healthy start in the new year, these hikes offer families an opportunity to begin rejuvenating and connecting with the outdoors by taking a healthy hike on Jan. 1.
State parks staff and volunteers lead the hikes, which are usually about one or two miles, but can be longer depending on the park and its terrain.
Hikers are invited to share their experience on social media using #FirstDayHikes.
Additional details can be found on the DCNR Calendar website; click on Events, then select the “First Day Hikes” tab on the right.