Panola Mountain State Park invites residents to start the New Year off with an energizing First Day Hike on Tuesday, January 1 from 9 a.m.-noon. Join park rangers on a journey that begins by writing, then burning, last year’s burdens. Climb to the top to symbolize what you will accomplish in 2019. Finish with s’mores and hot chocolate around a campfire. The cost is $10 plus $5 for parking.

For more information, and to register, call 770-389-7801. The park is located at 2620 Highway 155 SW in Stockbridge.