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News Release
Free First Day Hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park Jan. 1 - 12/10/18

Buxton 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 L.L. Stub Stewart State Park is below. The usual $5 parking fee will be waived Jan. 1 only.

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:                               10 a.m.

Starting location:                    Hilltop Day-Use Area

Terrain and length of trail:     Moderate, two-mile hike on various trails

Contact information:             (503) 324-0606

Additional details:                  Follow a path of various trails through the park, which includes views of Boomscooter Pond. Watch for deer, beaver, and other woodland creatures. Dogs must be on a six-foot leash. Hike recommended for children at least five years old.

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

Share photos of First Day Hikes via Twitter and Instagram by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes or tagging “Oregon State Parks” on Facebook.

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