Two Guided Hikes on Jan. 1, Additional Hikes throughout the
State to Celebrate the New Year
The New York State Department
of Environmental Conservation (DEC) encouraged New Yorkers to participate
in "first day" hikes in St. Lawrence and Lewis counties on Jan.
1, 2023. DEC Region 6 staff will lead free family-friendly hikes that
will help connect with nature on the first day of the New Year.
"Getting outdoors and
connecting with nature is the perfect way to start the New
Year," said
Randall Young, DEC Region 6 Director. "First
Day hikes across the state and in the region bring together outdoor enthusiasts
of all abilities, creating opportunities to create lasting memories in
the process."
DEC encourages hikers to come
prepared for the conditions, including warm, layered clothing, water,
sunglasses, and proper footwear/headwear, among other tips. For more information about winter hiking, go to DEC's
website.
St. Lawrence County Hike
Where: Southville State Forest, Trailhead by the gate on
West Stockholm-Southville Road (44.689477,
-74.875001)
When: Jan.
1, 2023, at 1 p.m.
Details: Participants
should plan to use snowshoes or cross-country skis for this event. If
there is no snow, the group will hike the 2.5-mile route. The hike will
take place on a combination of haul road and recreation trails through
pine plantations and natural Northern hardwood and hemlock forests
of Southville State Forest. Much of the
trail follows the St. Regis River, providing nice views. Hot chocolate
will be provided at the trailhead. For questions or to RSVP, please
contact the Potsdam sub-office at 315-265-3090 or
henry.dedrick@dec.ny.gov.
Lewis County Hike
Where: Carpenter
Road Trails, Main Carpenter Road Ski Parking Area, Lesser Wilderness
State Forest (43.662826, -75.461693)
When: January
1, 2023, at 1 p.m.
Details: Participants
should plan to use snowshoes or cross-country skis for this almost three
and half mile trail event. If there is no snow, the group will hike the
trails. The trails traverse through a mixture of spruce and larch
plantations and natural woods. This will be a moderate level hike. There
are additional trails available on the Lesser
Wilderness State Forest for those who may be interested in
extending the length of the trip. For questions or to RSVP please contact
the Lowville DEC sub-office, (315)-376-3521 or
michael.giocondo@dec.ny.gov.
A list of New York State
First Day Hikes, location details, format, pre-registration requirements,
and additional information can be found online for Parks, DEC, and Canals.
Interested participants are encouraged to check the details of their
preferred host site and pre-register where required.
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