BOISE â The nationwide Jan. 1 First Day Hike Event is being held virtually this year. Rather than ranger-led hikes across the state, Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation (IDPR) is encouraging everyone to participate in a self-guided hike and record their total miles walked.
This year, the event will span across three days (Jan. 1-3). IDPR has created a digital landing page at https://parksandrecreation.idaho.gov/virtual-first-day-hike/ where participants can easily record the number of miles they hiked, walked, or jogged.
âWith cooler weather, itâs easy to forego that daily walk or weekend hike,â said Brian Beckley, IDPR Board Chairman. âBut itâs important to stay active and spend time outdoors. With extended days, this yearâs virtual hike makes the event even more accessible for all: hike, walk, or jog anywhere, anytime.â