Mark your calendar for a visit to Talimena State Park on January 1 for a free guided hike. Meet at the park office at 2pm for a moderate 1.5 mile hike along the Ouachita Trail. Be sure to bring your binoculars, a camera, leashed pets, water and appropriate dress for a cool-weather hike. The event is held in conjunction with the America's State Parks First Day Hikes initiative that will take place in all 50 states. The First Day Hikes offer individuals and families an opportunity to begin the New Year connecting with the outdoors and staying active.