The American landscape is undergoing a dramatic transformation as wildfire seasons become longer and more intense. For ...

If pork and sauerkraut isn’t your thing — or you’re looking to burn a few calories before indulging in the traditional Pennsylvania German New Year’s Day feast — check out these First Day Hikes at ...

LAWRENCE, Ind. (WISH) — Hikers on Thursday said getting outdoors is a great way to start off the year. “It’s fun,” Hamer Jr. said. “It’s a good way to get ...

BEAVER, WV (WVNS) — First Day Hikes are a tradition in nearly all of West Virginia’s State Parks, and each hike has its yearly regulars. Glenda Wait and her husband, Jerry, have been doing first day ...

If you’re looking to kick off 2026 on a healthy note with some fresh air and exercise, the state’s Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is inviting you to visit a state park on New Year’s ...

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The South Carolina State Parks’ First Day Hike program will return in 2026. Participants can choose from a variety of activities, including guided hikes, bike rides, and 5K ...

New Mexico State Parks invites residents and visitors to welcome 2026 with annual polar plunges and First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day. Families, outdoor enthusiasts and first-time adventurers can ...

Guided hikes to kick off the new year are returning with the annual "First Day Hikes" series at 25 Oregon state parks. Rangers and volunteers will lead hikes that range from a quarter-mile stroll to a ...

Friends of Rogers will celebrate the 15th year of First Day Hikes with a guided walk at Rogers Environmental Education Center, led by Friends of Rogers and the Bullthistle Hiking Club. The hikes will ...

Families from throughout Southeast Texas and beyond kicked off 2026 by getting back to nature and joining in the multiple events taking place at Village Creek State Park on Thursday. They took in the ...