First Day Expedition

Description

On the first day of 2024, the public is invited to participate in a winter expedition at select local state parks with an opportunity to win prizes.

To earn points, you must take a photograph of each activity and submit via email to [email protected]. Photos, names of participants, and miles hiked/ran must be submitted via email by 6 p.m. on Jan. 3 to be entered to win prizes. All activities must occur at either Flathead Lake State Park, Lone Pine State Park, or Somers Beach State Park.

For more information, call the ranger station at Wayfarers, (406) 837-3041, ext. 0.

Points breakdown:

•    2 points per mile per person hiked/ran.

•    10 points per person for wading into the lake at least ankle deep.

•    10 points extra per park if you travel to more than one state park. Pictures of you at the entrance signs required as proof.

•    1 point per deer picture (at a safe distance).

•    1 point per bird picture (at a safe distance). Extra point per bird you correctly identify

•    5 points for having a picnic.

•    5 points for a sunrise picture. Must be time-stamped for January 1, 2024

•    2 points for a snow angel (or other angel if no snow is present).

•    15 points to attend the Somers Beach State Park Guided Hike.

1st place: Two nights at either Big Arm Unit of Flathead Lake State Park yurt or Finley Point Unit of Flathead Lake State Park cabin

2nd place: 13-liter Osprey daypack

3rd place: $40 at either Lone Pine State Park or Flathead Lake Ranger Station gift shop