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 ...

In case you've faced some hurdles solving the clue, Autumn's official first day, we've got the answer for you. Crossword puzzles offer a fantastic opportunity to engage your mind, enjoy leisure time, ...

Hikes range from family-friendly walks to strenuous trails, including Wawayanda Lake, High Point State Park and Ringwood Botanical Garden. Special anniversary-themed hikes feature Revolutionary War ...

The Wisconsin DNR is hosting First Day Hikes at dozens of state parks and forests on New Year's Day. You can choose between naturalist-led guided tours or self-guided trails, with many locations ...

For many Coloradans, starting the year off right means starting on a trail. That explains the New Year’s Day tradition called First Day Hikes — a national tradition tracked by America’s State Parks, ...

A great way to start fulfilling your New Year’s resolution to get healthier is by joining others on Thursday for the First Day Hikes at one of Arkansas’ participating state parks. Since 2012, Arkansas ...

Oregon state parks will once again host guided New Year’s Day hikes on trails across the state, though parking will no longer necessarily be free. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has ...

Pennsylvania residents looking for a fresh start to the new year can lace up their hiking boots and head to one of more than 60 free guided hikes taking place across the commonwealth on New Year’s Day ...

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — If your New Year’s resolution is to start or stay more active, then why not kick off 2026 by doing a “First Day Hike” at a Virginia State Park? Virginia State Parks employees ...

Happy First Day of Winter! Winter started late this morning around 10:03am. This is the shortest day of the year. You may also notice the noon sun appear lower in the sky and your shadow will be ...

The winter solstice marks the first day of winter in the Northern Hemisphere. The solstice happens when the Earth's axis is tilted farthest from the sun, resulting in the shortest day of the year.