First Day Hike: Hot Chocolate and Crafts

Before or after your First Day Hike, stop by the Camp Douthat Picnic Shelter for some cozy fun hosted by the Friends of Douthat State Park. Enjoy a free cup of hot chocolate or apple cider to warm up, and don’t forget to pick up your official 2026 Virginia State Parks First Day Hike sticker—a perfect keepsake to commemorate your adventure.

While you're there, get crafty with two fun, family-friendly activities:

Tree Cookie Ornament Painting – Decorate your own wooden ornament to take home as a nature-inspired memento.

Wishing Pinecones – Write your New Year’s resolutions on a slip of paper, tuck it into a pinecone, and keep it as a reminder of your goals for the year ahead.

Whether you're hiking, crafting, or just soaking in the views, this is a great way to celebrate the start of 2026 with community, creativity, and a little warmth.

Parks are for everyone. If you have accessibility questions or concerns, please call 540-862-8114 or email Hannah.Johnson@dcr.virginia.gov.

關於第一天徒步旅行

每年 1 月 1，弗吉尼亞州立公園都會慶祝第一天徒步旅行。這項全國活動邀請人們通過與大自然聯繫並在州立公園留下持久的回憶來迎接新的一年。在整個州各地都提供遊騎兵主導和自助導遊的第一天徒步旅行，讓所有年齡段和技能水平的遊客都有機會探索戶外。1 月 1 是所有弗吉尼亞州立公園的免費停車日。（天然橋的入場費仍需支付）。  

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