Outdoor Adventure Series

 

Inside this guide you will find information for all the participating locations and points of interest. To earn you a commemorative patch all you have to do is complete two of three activities.

*All ages are welcome, but children must have parent’s approval to participate. Please be responsible on your journey by following local and waterway laws.
 
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Mirror Lake - Infirmary Mound Park

Mirror Lake - Infirmary Mound Park

 

The Prize

 
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Hike, Bike, or Paddle for 30 minutes…

  • Complete two out of three above and fill out the survey below to receive a Hike Bike & Paddle 2021 patch.

  • Complete all three activities to enter into a raffle for a chance to win a $100 dollar sporting good store gift card.

Participation prizes can be delivered by mail or picked up at Infirmary Mound Park (4309 Lancaster Rd, Granville, Ohio) with appointment. Email info@lickingparkdistrict.com or call 740-587-2535 to schedule your appointment.
 

Hike, Bike & Paddle Resources

For your convenience, We've mapped out all Hike, Bike & Paddle locations using Google Maps.

 

 
 
 

Hike

Hike for 30 minutes at Infirmary Mound Park, Lobdell Reserve, Taft Reserve, or Morris Woods Nature Preserve
Example: Follow the Yellow Trail at Infirmary Mound Park 1.25 miles (with possible side trip on Wildflower Fairy Trail!)

 
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Bike

Bike for 30 minutes on the TJ Evans Bike Trails or LPD park trails (mountain bikes)
Example: Begin at Heath High School and bike to Lakewood High School (11 mile round trip)

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Listed are recommended locations to start biking. For more information on Licking County’s recreational trails click here.

 

Paddle

Paddle for 30 minutes by accessing the Licking River from Riverview Reserve, Staddens Landing, or Brownsville Rd
(You may Kayak, canoe or SUP on Mirror Lake at Infirmary Mound Park)

Example: Access river from Riverview Reserve and float to Staddens Landing 3 miles

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Listed are recommended locations to drop in and pull out along the river. For more information on Licking County’s water ways click here.

 
 

The Saddle Up! Challenge

Ride the trails at Licking Park District's Infirmary Mound Park, Lobdell Reserve, or Taft Reserve and accumulate your milage.

  • 25 Miles: Commemorative Patch
  • 50 Miles: Raffle Entry and Commemorative Patch
To estimate your mileage using hours, calculate at 4-mph walk & 8-mph trot.