Hiking News December 2007

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FRIDAY, 28 DECEMBER 2007
	Hiking Extravaganza Good for a Year
	The Wilderness Center’s Fall Hiking Extravaganza at Ohio is extended. Before, the said program was only available through the first day of September until the last day of November. However, due to popular demand, the said event can now be enjoyed year-round. Moreover, first time hikers have the opportunity to earn a carved hiking staff, while, veteran hikers are not to be outdone for they Read Full Story
	U.S. Forest Service Protects Owls Head
	The U.S. Forest Service added 360 acres of land containing Owls Head Cliff, a towering granite cliff face, to White Mountain National Forest in New Hampshire. The large parcel of land, which is put under protection, is popular among rock climbers and hikers. A 500-foot-high granite cliff system, Owls Head consists of many high-angle friction slabs. Located off Route 25 in Benton, New Ham Read Full Story
THURSDAY, 27 DECEMBER 2007
	Hiking at Seminole State Forest
	If you are looking for a good place to hike during the holiday season then the Seminole State Forest might be the right place for you. The said forest is situated at the east Lake County and it includes over 21 miles of well-maintained hiking trails. Moreover, it is renowned for offering the best view of Central Florida. The aforementioned state forest includes 12,100 acres of land s Read Full Story
	Injured Hiker Rescued
	A hiker who was injured was spotted by a California Highway Patrol helicopter on Highway 1 approximately five miles north of the San Luis Obispo County line last Saturday, December 22. The rescue worker onboard the helicopter called for assistance. Responding to the scene were the Big Sur Volunteer Fire Brigade, the California Highway Patrol, San Luis Obispo Sheriff's Department, Cambria Read Full Story
WEDNESDAY, 26 DECEMBER 2007
	Body of Hiker Caught in Avalanche Found
	The body of the missing student who got caught in an avalanche while hiking on Mount Rainier earlier in the week was found by search team last Friday, December 21. Kevin Bacher, Mount Rainier National Park Spokesman confirmed that the body was identified as that of missing Edmonds Community College student, Kirk Reiser. According to reports, 22-year old Reiser was supposed to embark Read Full Story