By Beth Taylor
Fishers Parks & Recreation is encouraging residents to take a Heart Hike outdoors at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. As a healthy mid-day work break, or as a form of family exercise, hikes provide many benefits.
“It’s actually a brand new event, specifically chosen for Friday, Feb. 6 since that is a half day for HSE students. The hope is that students, families and business people can all take a moment out of a busy day to clear their minds and appreciate the peace at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve,” said Casey Cawthon, marketing and public relations manager for the City of Fishers,
Hikers can look for 30 photographs showing the ways that art appears in the natural world in the leaves, clouds and rocks as they explore the trail. Hikers can warm up at the shelter’s campfire, if needed, and enjoy a break.
“Heart month lends itself to the heart theme, but this event is focused on engaging the community to get outdoors and spend some time appreciating nature. Fishers Parks & Recreation is always striving to connect residents with opportunities to learn about our natural environment,” said Cawthon.
Tony Elliot, director of Fishers Parks & Recreation encourages residents to explore the trails at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. “Winter is a great time, especially, to get some exercise and fresh air at the nature preserve,” he said.
Hikers can attend anytime during the hours that the hikes are offered. Hikes are free to attend and take place from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 6 and from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7.
