(UNDATED) – Welcome 2021 with an Indiana DNR tradition a First Day Hike on January 1st.
First Day Hikes are a healthy way to start the new year and provide a chance to get outside, exercise, and enjoy nature. These hikes have become a tradition for thousands of Hoosiers.
This year, in response to the need to practice social distancing and keep group sizes to those within your personal “bubble”, the DNR has created hiking opportunities that allow you to be your own tour guide.
After you decide which state park, reservoir, or state forest you plan to visit for a hike, stop by your site of choice to pick up your Indiana First Day Hike sticker. Stickers will be available at the entrance gates at Pokagon, Chain O’Lakes, Turkey Run, and Shades state parks, and at Cataract Falls State Recreation Area (SRA); at the nature center at Indiana Dunes State Park; and outside all other state park and reservoir property offices.
Hoosiers resolving to start the new year by getting outside, exercising or enjoying nature can take advantage of First Day Hikes Jan. 1 at many of Indiana s state parks and lakes, including Indiana Dunes State Park.
The free, self-guided hikes are organized by Indiana Department of Natural Resources officials and aimed at encouraging people to enjoy the outdoors, connect with friends and visit state parks year-round.
In the past, First Day Hikes were group events led by park staff and volunteers. However, the need to maintain social distancing amid the COVID-19 pandemic spurred the creation of self-guided hikes for Hoosiers who want to continue the tradition.
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