1st Day Hike Pins

What better way to kick off a new year than by taking in the beautiful sights of Rhode Island? Each year, RI DEM’s Parks & Recreation division hosts the Annual First Day Hike and presents limited edition commemorative pins to those who attend!

First Day Hikes are part of a national initiative led by America’s State Parks to encourage people to get outdoors. All 50 states host First Day Hikes as a way to promote healthy lifestyles and year-round recreation. These hikes provide a means for individuals and families to welcome the coming year in the outdoors, exercising and connecting with nature. For many, it has become a tradition. People are invited to savor the beauty of the state park’s natural resources so that they may be inspired to take advantage of these local treasures throughout the year.

These pins, from 2017-2023, were offered to participants who joined the annual walk at Rocky Point State Park, Beavertail State Park, Lincoln Woods State Park, Colt State Park, Fort Adams, Burlingame State Park and Campground, and Fort Wetherill State Park.