On the 1st of January the Virginia State Parks host an annual 1st of the year hike. This was my second year participating. I choose a different park this year because it's nice to switch it up and with 37 parks within the state it's nice to see the variety. This year I went to First Landing State Park in Virginia Beach.
This year despite the extremely low temperatures I made it a couple miles before I had to turn around not for a lack of trying but water flooded the trail. Three times actually but the first one I could walk around the second I jumped over and splashed with only one foot but, the last spot was too deep and wide.
The hikes are offered at the parks at different times providing you the opportunity to have a guide. The hikes offered are an hour hike or a few miles. Or of course you can choice to make your own adventure for however long you would like.
On this particular day there is not an admittance fee. People should take advantage of this and check out the parks and trails. It's a great day for an introduction.
Have you gotten out for a hike or stroll for leisure yet? What do you enjoy most in nature?
This sounds like a great hike. I'm not much of a hiker, but I love jogging outside and smelling the fresh air and seeing the sights, especially early in the morning. This reminded me to do it more. Thx.
ReplyDeletegreat review and traveling tips, i wish i could see your photos in a bigger version as they looks amazing
ReplyDeleteWhat a great hike! We don't really do a lot of hiking, there isnt really many places to hike round here and the weather isnt great!
ReplyDeleteIt's so funny I came across your post today. I was talking to one of my co-workers earlier who was trying to convince me to hike. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI was born in Virginia but my family moved when I was two so I have no memory of it! It was fun getting a glimpse of what it looks like through these photos :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks so beautiful! There's a State Park just north of where I live, and it's a very nice place for hiking. Just getting outdoors there is wonderful :)
ReplyDeleteNow that is a lovely way to start your New Year. To get up and go on this beautiful but tough hike in the cold weather takes a lot of courage.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to start your year. I don't think I'll be outdoors much for next month or so, we're currently in a deep freeze!
ReplyDeleteNo snow? I'm surprise with the strange weather we've been having. I try to hike a few times a week, but with the -20 temperatures, I'm opting to stay in. When I am in nature, what I enjoy most is the quiet no talk no music, just the birds and the wind.
ReplyDeleteHow awesome hike that was, to start off a New year with such hikes drives a travel maniac like me crazy. We too have planned for a short hike with our lil son next week.
ReplyDeleteThat's a wonderful start of the year and the photos have come very well...It's a great way to promote the park by organizing such walks
ReplyDeleteOh wow that hike looks like a dream. I love hiking and that looks like such a wonderful place to go. What a great start to the year.
ReplyDeleteAmi xxx
I absolutely love your awesome hike photos! I have a New Years tradition with my boys and we go hiking at 6am on New Year’s Day and have breakfast at the top of the mountain. Shell
ReplyDeleteI will be traveling to the Virginia area in March. I am going to have to check out a state park while I am there. That is great deal on New Years to explore though!!
ReplyDeleteIt's always fabulous to get to commune with nature on hikes. Hiking more is among my plans for this year and I'm committed to it.
ReplyDeleteI like to go a stroll in nature at least once a week. I always feel calmer when I leave.
ReplyDeleteI havent ever gone on a log jog, but I do love being outdoors. I swear I discover something new every time. Plus, I always feel refreshed and more relaxed afterward!
ReplyDeleteI need to get back to hiking again in the New Year. This post has given me one more reason to just do it. Being outdoors is so refreshing.
ReplyDeleteA great way to start the year and get out and get some fresh air in to your lungs.
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun way to start the year! Looks like a great hike. I love hiking too but don't get much of an opportunity in where I live.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great way to spend the first day of the year. I wish I could be this active...I basically slept over the day :) Maybe in 2019 I'll to the same and make a tradition out of it. Would be an awesome thing!
ReplyDeleteSome beautiful photos! I don't hike but we go on mountain walks a lot with the dogs. I live in Wales and the valley where I live is surrounded by beautiful mountain walks
ReplyDeleteI've got to say, hiking is big on my list for 2018. It's important to be away from screens and one with nature!
ReplyDeleteYes! Definitely a great start this 2018. I am excited to do hiking this January 21. It will be so much!
ReplyDeleteGreat post. First of all I am amazed by the fat that there are 37 parks worth hiking in the state. All the pictures are amazing..I am sure you must have enjoyed yourself a lot
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