First Day Hikes are free, guided hikes offered each year on New Year’s Day. The hikes are intended to promote an alternate way of celebrating the New Year by going outside, getting some exercise, and enjoying local nature and history. Start your year off on the right foot by joining knowledgeable park rangers, naturalists, and volunteers in one of our County’s beautiful parks.

Start your year off with nature in mind by joining us on a family friendly hike along the Downs Park perimeter trail, stopping to enjoy views of the Chesapeake Bay and the waterfowl that make it their winter home.

Sturdy footwear, binoculars, cameras, and a water bottle are recommended. Please dress for the weather. This program is free, but registration is required. For more information, contact Park Ranger Lexie Jurchen at rpjurc22@aacounty.org or 410-222-6230.

For a list of all Anne Arundel County Recreation & Parks First Day Hikes visit bit.ly/firstdayhikes2023