On January 1, all 50 U.S. states will be participating in First Day Hikes, an annual national event that encourages Americans to celebrate the New Year with a guided outdoor exploration. Held in state parks across the USA, the hikes … Continued
Despite cold temperatures, snow, and ice, many U.S. national wildlife refuges offer a variety of wildlife watching opportunities during the winter season. Many national wildlife refuges contain scenic nature trails that can be explored on foot, snowshoe, ski, or sled. … Continued
Officials from the Department of the Interior (DOI) and National Park Service (NPS) recently announced the designation of 28 trails as national recreation trails, adding almost 650 miles of trails to the National Trails System. The new trails span 18 … Continued
The U.S. Department of the Interior recently designated 41 trails as National Recreation Trails, adding almost 650 miles of trails to the National Trails System. Spanning across 17 states, the land and water trails provide opportunities for communities to connect … Continued