![]() ![]() One of the hikers who enjoys the special qualities of parks in the winter is Kathy Kresko, president of First State Webfooters which promotes non-competitive sports and fitness activities. The hikes are self-guided, but there’s a check-in station at each park where visitors are encouraged to register to be part of the national program, and park staff members will be available to answer questions.įor details or to offer comments about the park and even include a photo after your hike, see the website /firstday. “New Year’s Day is a great time to get outdoors, and it’s part of a national movement that encourages fitness.” “It’s the big event that kicks off the winter season,” said Pierce. “First Day” hikes are offered at all parks Saturday, Jan. However, some special programs do have fees, as noted. 1 until March 1, a savings of $4 per car for in-state residents or $8 for out-of-state residents. In case of bad weather, to see if a program will still be held, call that park’s office or check that park’s Facebook page. For the complete schedule, see the website. We’ve picked 10 reasons to visit a state park this winter, but there are dozens of programs available. “Some people may see cold weather and snow as a challenge, but those are also some of the reasons people come out this time of year – to explore the beauty of winter, the frosty mornings, the animal prints in snow.” “I love birding year round, but in the winter, the colors, especially the reds, really pop out – the cardinals, the woodpeckers. Meet at the Paper Mill Parking Lot on Benge Road.Bird watching is a highlight for many visitors in the sparse winter landscape, said Angel Burns, Delaware State Parks chief of interpretation. – Auburn Valley State Park – Easy – 1 mile ![]() 2.5 miles – Moderate/Difficult – Twin Valley Trail.2 miles – Moderate – PennDel/Pomeroy Trail.2 miles – Moderate/Difficult – Arc Corner Monument Loop.1.3 miles – Moderate – Millstone Pond Trail.– White Clay Creek State Park, Newark – 1 to 2.5 miles – Multiple Difficulties – Brandywine Creek State Park, Wilmington – 2-2.5 miles – Moderateġ p.m. – Auburn Valley State Park, Yorklyn – 1.1 miles – Moderate Pets are permitted but must be on a 6-foot leash. – Lums Pond State Park, Bear– 2.5 miles – Easy/Moderate – Killens Pond State Park, Felton – 1 to 3 miles – Varying Difficulty – Holts Landing State Park, Bethany Beach – 1.7 miles – Easy ![]() 1 p.m. – First State Heritage Park, Dover – 1/4 mile – Easy.This hike is for all ages and is stroller friendly. – Bellevue State Park, Wilmington – 1.5 to 3 miles – Easy – Fort Miles Museum and Historical Area, Lewes – 1.7 miles – Easy – Brandywine Zoo, Wilmington – 1/4 mile – Easy Park in the Point Comfort Station Parking lot and walk north to the Point parking lot. – Cape Henlopen State Park, Lewes – 1.5 miles – Moderate – Trap Pond State Park, Laurel – 2 miles – Easy Meet at the parking lot closest to the river, at the end of Wilmington Avenue/Old Battery Lane. – Fort Dupont State Park, Delaware City – 1.1 miles – Easy – Alapocas Run State Park, Wilmington – 2 to 3 miles – Easy/Moderate Not all hikes are suitable for strollers.įor more information about the Delaware State Parks First Day Hikes and to see maps of the park trails beforehand, go to or call 30. ![]() Some hikes may require water-resistant shoes, or have age or pet restrictions. There’s no need to register, just show up prepared to walk! Items hikers may want to bring along include comfortable hiking/walking shoes, a camera, a bottle of water, appropriate layers for the weather, a hat, sunglasses, a backpack and snacks. First Day Hikes is a national movement sponsored by America’s State Parks to encourage the celebration of fitness in the nation’s great outdoors. Kick off 2020 on New Year’s Day with one of 18 First Day Hikes hosted by DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation. ![]()
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