NATIONAL TRAILS DAY: A day where everyone gets told to 
take a hike ... we explain on Passport to Texas.

This is Passport to Texas

Saturday, June 6th is National Trails Day -- a nationwide 
event organized by the American Hiking Society to create 
awareness about the variety of trails across the country. 

You can go to any park any time and find a trail to 
explore, but on National Trails Day parks statewide host 
special guided hiking events. We'll focus on two events 
out west.

If you are in the El Paso area, the Wyler Arial Tramway at 
Franklin Mountains State Park hosts a 7 a.m., mile-long 
hike up Ranger Peak with a short Leave No Trace 
workshop prior getting underway. At the top of Ranger 
Peak you can enjoy a 7,000 square mile view of three 
states and two nations. This hike is moderate to 
strenuous due to the incline.

Big Bend Ranch State Park offers a round trip 1.5 mile 
hike that starts at 9 a.m. June 6th and will take in the 
spectacular panoramic views from the top of the ridge 
trail. It's a strenuous 2.5 hour hike; they recommend 
wearing a long sleeved shirt and long pants, and bringing 
at least 20 ounces of water with you.

In fact, anytime you go hiking, wear sturdy shoes, a hat, 
and bring plenty of water, a snack, and a walking stick if 
you like.

For more information about National Trails Day June 6th 
and to sign-up for these and other guided hikes, visit the 
TPW website, or call the parks directly.

That's our show ... For Texas Parks and Wildlife ... I'm 
Cecilia Nasti. 




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