America’s South Dakota State Parks to Host First Day Hikes

By Vanessa Torres

South Dakota -(Ammoland.com)- Make a New Year’s resolution to your health and happiness by kicking off 2016 with an invigorating First Day Hike at a state park near you.

On January 1, all 50 states will be participating in the fifth annual national event that encourages everyone to celebrate the New Year with a guided outdoor exploration.

“First Day Hikes are a great way to start off the year after celebrating the holidays,” said South Dakota state park acting director Bob Schneider. “South Dakota is offering a variety of hikes to choose from statewide.”

The sponsored hikes range from less than one mile journeys to longer, more intense workouts, depending on the state and terrain. South Dakota is offering 11 hikes across the state.

• New Year’s Riddle Hike, Newton Hills State Park near Canton, all day
• First Day Bird Hike, Lewis and Clark Recreation Area near Yankton, 10 a.m. CT
• First Day Hike, Lake Louise Recreation Area near Miller, 10 a.m. CT
• First Day Hike, Custer State Park, 10 a.m. MT
• First Day Hike, Oakwood Lakes State Park near Brookings, 1 …Read the Rest

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