First Day Hike
Event Details
Date:
January 1, 2026
Time:
11:00am — 12:00pm
Venue:
Howard County Conservancy, Mt. Pleasant
10520 Old Frederick Road
Woodstock, MD 21163
Start the new year on the right foot with a refreshing walk in nature! Join the Howard County Conservancy’s naturalists for a First Day Hike, part of the nationwide initiative encouraging everyone to begin the year outdoors. This guided walk will take hikers on a moderate stroll along the Conservancy’s scenic trails seeking signs of wildlife.
Details:
- 45-minute to one-hour walk along natural trails. This hike is not ADA- or stroller-accessible.
- Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.
- Bring a reusable water bottle.
- Optional: Bring binoculars or a camera for wildlife viewing!
- Two time options: 11am or 12:30pm
All ages welcome but the program is designed for ages 10 and older. Registration is free but required. Space is limited.
Start the new year on the right foot with a refreshing walk in nature! Join the Howard County Conservancy’s naturalists for a First Day Hike, part of the nationwide initiative encouraging everyone to begin the year outdoors. This guided walk will take hikers on a moderate stroll along the Conservancy’s scenic trails seeking signs of wildlife.
Details:
- 45-minute to one-hour walk along natural trails. This hike is not ADA- or stroller-accessible.
- Dress for the weather and wear sturdy shoes.
- Bring a reusable water bottle.
- Optional: Bring binoculars or a camera for wildlife viewing!
- Two time options: 11am or 12:30pm
All ages welcome but the program is designed for ages 10 and older. Registration is free but required. Space is limited.
Howard County Conservancy, Mt. Pleasant, 10520 Old Frederick Road, Woodstock, MD 21163