

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: First Hike of 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am – Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 01:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Kick off January 1 in the best way possible - outside, together, and surrounded by nature.About this EventJoin us from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM for our First Hike of the Year, a guided winter walk celebrating fresh starts, wide-open skies, and a brand-new year at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge. This approximately 2-mile hike will take about 2 hours, with time to pause, enjoy the scenery, and welcome the year ahead at an easy, comfortable pace.About Your Guide: Mia Pesci is an intern at Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge and a long-time volunteer. An avid birder and creative artist, she enjoys helping visitors connect with the refuge and supporting conservation through her work and volunteer efforts.Whether you’re starting a new tradition, shaking off the holiday hustle, or simply looking for a meaningful way to spend the day, this hike is a perfect way to begin the year.Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy walking shoes. Meet near the restrooms at the Visitor Center Parking Lot shortly before 11am.This hike is free and open to the public.  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/9e13afc0-dfcf-11f0-a6c8-9ba068c17b33-rimg-w1112-h740-dc788da4-gmir.jpg
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oak-harbor/first-hike-of-2026/100001978847167146
- **Event Categories**: art, new-year, holiday
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Ffirst-hike-of-2026-tickets-1978847167146
- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Oak Harbor
- **state**: OH
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge - Visitor Center
- **lat**: 41.6074963
- **long**: -83.20960769999999
- **full address**: Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge - Visitor Center, 14000 State Route 2, Oak Harbor, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 10
- **organizer**: Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge (https://allevents.in/org/friends-of-ottawa-national-wildlife-refuge/25296348)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Thu, 01 Jan, 2026 at 11:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge - Visitor Center, 14000 State Route 2, Oak Harbor, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 0 up to 0 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Friends of Ottawa National Wildlife Refuge
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** art, new-year, holiday
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about First Hike of 2026 ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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