First Day Hike with Piney Woods Conservation Group
Wednesday, January 1, 2025
Past event
10:00 AM CST
Brooklyn, Mississippi
Free · 1 race
Event summary
Kick off the new year with adventure at the First Day Hike hosted by the Piney Woods Conservation Group on January 1, 2025! This exciting event will take place in Brooklyn, Perry, along the picturesque Black Creek National Recreation Trail. Join fellow outdoor enthusiasts for a scenic 4.75-mile trek that promises stunning views of Black Creek and the beauty of fall foliage. Enjoy a leisurely hike that typically lasts between 2.5 to 3 hours, making it perfect for participants of all skill levels.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace your fitness goals, bond with family and friends, and connect with nature as we welcome 2025! Remember to pack comfortable shoes, water, snacks, and any additional supplies you might need. After the hike, join us for a quick cleanup of the recreation area to help preserve this beautiful environment. Let’s start the year off right in the great outdoors!
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to embrace your fitness goals, bond with family and friends, and connect with nature as we welcome 2025! Remember to pack comfortable shoes, water, snacks, and any additional supplies you might need. After the hike, join us for a quick cleanup of the recreation area to help preserve this beautiful environment. Let’s start the year off right in the great outdoors!
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First Day Hike with Piney Woods Conservation Group
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Organiser's description
PWCG is hosting a _First Day Hike_ on New Year's Day!!!
Start the new year with adventure by joining us for the _First Day Hike_ on New Year's Day 2025! This scenic trek on the Black Creek National Recreation Trail is a great way to embrace your new fitness goals, spend time with family and friends, and connect with nature. Lace up your hiking boots and kickoff the year in the great outdoors!
No experience necessaryjust bring your appetite for adventure (and maybe some snacks for the hike *and* after). For participants who have a few extra minutes to spare after the hike, we'll do a quick cleanup at the recreation area to remove any litter left behind by previous guests - buckets, grabbers and bags will be provided.
See you out there:
New Year's Day, Wednesday, November 1st - 10 am
De Soto National Forest - Black Creek National Recreation Trail
Big Creek Landing Recreation Area
Approximately 4.75 miles out-and-back
2.5 - 3.0 hours
Excellent views of Black Creek, fall foliage, access to the creek at two sandbars, relatively flat terrain with modest elevation gain in sections.
Recommended supplies - comfortable shoes, water, lunch, snacks, trekking poles, natural bug repellant, hat, cool wicking clothes with warm layers
Meetup - link to the Google Maps pin and the GPS coordinates - https://maps.app.goo.gl/7uAVQAAro5mexXAa7
See hike details and photos from a previous hike here:
https://strava.app.link/LzPuxQ9BzPb
Start the new year with adventure by joining us for the _First Day Hike_ on New Year's Day 2025! This scenic trek on the Black Creek National Recreation Trail is a great way to embrace your new fitness goals, spend time with family and friends, and connect with nature. Lace up your hiking boots and kickoff the year in the great outdoors!
No experience necessaryjust bring your appetite for adventure (and maybe some snacks for the hike *and* after). For participants who have a few extra minutes to spare after the hike, we'll do a quick cleanup at the recreation area to remove any litter left behind by previous guests - buckets, grabbers and bags will be provided.
See you out there:
New Year's Day, Wednesday, November 1st - 10 am
De Soto National Forest - Black Creek National Recreation Trail
Big Creek Landing Recreation Area
Approximately 4.75 miles out-and-back
2.5 - 3.0 hours
Excellent views of Black Creek, fall foliage, access to the creek at two sandbars, relatively flat terrain with modest elevation gain in sections.
Recommended supplies - comfortable shoes, water, lunch, snacks, trekking poles, natural bug repellant, hat, cool wicking clothes with warm layers
Meetup - link to the Google Maps pin and the GPS coordinates - https://maps.app.goo.gl/7uAVQAAro5mexXAa7
See hike details and photos from a previous hike here:
https://strava.app.link/LzPuxQ9BzPb
Location
Big Creek Landing Recreation Area, Brooklyn, 39425, MS, United States
First Day Hike with Piney Woods Conservation Group
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