Portland OR – For the eighth year in a row, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is partnering with America’s State Parks to offer free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day. Information about the special hike hosted at Tryon Creek State Natural Area is below.

Hikers can register for the hike at the Oregon State Parks Store, http://bit.ly/ParkStoreEvents. Registration—although not required—will help park staff plan for the hike and give park staff contact information should the hike be canceled because of weather or conditions.

Hike time:                               9 a.m.

Starting location:                    Nature Center

Terrain and length of trail:     Various, moderate two-five mile hikes

Contact information:             (503) 636-9886 ext. 221

Additional details:                  There will be various guided hikes to choose from: family friendly walks of two miles or less, to longer walks of five miles. These guided nature hikes will have a few nature stops while exploring the park. Dogs must be on a six-foot leash.

Participants should dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water as well as a camera or binoculars for wildlife viewing.

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