The national park`s annual Cuyahoga Challenge kicks of June 1. Challenge yourself to hike, run, or walk you dog on 10 of the designated trails. participants who complete 10 trails by September 30 will receive a commemorative patch designed by Chuck Ayers, local artist and illustrator of the comic strip Crankshaft.
This hiking series is a great way to discover the beauty the park has to offer and to stay fit. Registration forms are available online, at park visitor centers, and at Park Place in Peninsula and Trail Mix stores. The form lists the designated trails and their difficulty ratings. Once you have completed the Challenge, take your form to Trail Mix for validation and to receive your 2009 patch. Cuyahoga Challenge is presented free with sponsorship support from North Akron Savings Bank.
For more information, call (330) 657-2909 ext. 106 or visit www.cvnpa.org.
Cuyahoga Challenge Begins Cuyahoga Valley National Park June 01, 2009