First Day Walk & Campfire

Kick off the first day of the year in the right direction, towards the St. Croix! Embark on a candlelit adventure at The Acreage in Osceola with Naturalist Jeremiah. After touring the forest, we will arrive at a campfire overlooking the St. Croix River after dark for cocoa and stories, BYOC (bring your own camp chair).

Hike Length: < 1 mile

Hike difficulty: Good for beginners

Features or other notes of interest: Beautiful open prairie with unobstructed views of the night sky. Bluff overlooking the St. Croix

Bathrooms: Yes, indoors, a short walk from the campfire

Cost: FREE

mended items to bring/ wear:

• Long pants and layers (base layer, mid-layer, snow pants)
• Upper body layers like a long-sleeved shirt and jacket (moisture-wicking fabric is always a plus)
• Shoes or boots with traction
• Hat or beanie
• Gloves or mittens
• Camp chair to use around the fire
• Adequate water
• Flashlight or headlamp

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