5 WINTER TEXAN TIMES www.wintertexantimes.com DECEMBER 26, 2024 @Sharyland Dental Care www.sharylanddentalcare.net Richard A. Young D.D.S. 2407 E. Griffin Pkwy. – Mission, TX - 956-581-2773 GENERAL DENTISTRY EXCEPTIONAL CARE Since 1982 Now Accepting Cigna Medicare Advantage We’re All About Smiles Invest in your smile, and change your life. Your smile and your health deserve the best in decision making!!! • For dental care you can trust and have confidence in • Come See Us At Sharyland Dental Care High Five 2025 With a First Day Hike AUSTIN— Strive to explore more in 2025 by starting the new year with a First Day Hike at a Texas State Park. This annual tradition allows people of all ages and skill levels a chance to experience Texas’ wild places through ranger and self-guided walks, bike rides, paddling trips, polar plunges and more in honor of the national initiative aimed at getting people outdoors. Last year, Texas broke not only its historical participation numbers, but it also had the most events, participants and miles hiked of any state. Texas State Parks hosted 177 events where 8,729 people hiked, biked, swam and paddled a record 17,284 miles. The previous statewide record was set January 1, 2023, during Texas State Parks’ Centennial Celebration. “One of the many reasons that I love Texas is the nice weather that we can have even in the winter and there is no better way to spend a beautiful winter day than walking with friends and family at a Texas State Park,” said Rodney Franklin, director of Texas State Parks. “Please join us and help Texas State Parks once again become the leader in First Day Hike participation and miles walked for 2025. Hope to see you on the trail!” Trails at Texas State Parks range in length and difficulty. Some short, easy trails are perfect for family-friendly scenic strolls, while more strenuous ones can challenge experienced hikers. Trail maps for all Texas State Parks can be found on TPWD’s website, the recently redesigned official https:// tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/app/ and individual park webpages. TPWD strongly encourages anyone planning a trip to a Texas state park to reserve a day pass in advance since some parks are expected to reach their capacity limit. Reserve day passes online through the TPWD reservation website or by calling the Customer Service Center during regular business hours at (512) 389-8900. Anyone with the resolution of visiting multiple state parks in 2025 can purchase a Texas State Parks Pass (TSPP). The $70 TSPP waives entrance fees to all state parks for pass holders and guests in their vehicle for a full year. Additionally, pass holders get discounts on overnight reservations, state park store purchases and more. A list of all First Day Hike events can be found on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department calendar page. Courtesy photo
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