Let’s Go for a Hike

<section class="wp-block-reyrey-js-section"><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-column"><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><em>The following post is from Brett S. who is currently interning with Reynolds this summer.</em></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">If you sit in a cubicle for a long time, it might affect your creativity. The best fix exists just beyond those four walls. Dayton has <em>a lot</em> of options available for you to enjoy the great outdoors and restart your creative juices.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">State Parks and Memorials</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">With many state parks and historic landmarks surrounding the Dayton area, the opportunity for day trips is nearly endless.</div><ul class="List-Container undefined"><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Sycamore State Park will give you the chance to test out your fishing, hiking, and horseback riding skills in this 2,384-acre park.</div></li><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>John Bryan State Park, located in Yellow Springs, contains a limestone gorge cut by the Little Miami River as well as a wide variety of wildlife.</div></li><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Miamisburg Mound State Memorial offers insight into the past of the native Adena tribe’s culture and a great view of the surrounding area atop an observation platform.</div></li><li class="wp-block-reyrey-js-list-item"><div>Caesar Creek Gorge State Nature Preserve, carved out by glacial meltwater, allows you to look for fossils while also viewing the steep walls that rise 180 feet above the river.</div></li></ul><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Five Rivers MetroParks</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Consisting of 25 different parks and facilities, exploring them will give you a look into the Greater Dayton area. Each one offers unique opportunities – backpacking, camping, geocaching, fishing, etc. Altogether holding over 15,000 acres of land, 330 miles of bikeways, and 270 miles of rivers, there is no shortage of things or places to do it.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Great Miami River Bike Trail</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">This trail runs 75 miles along the Great Miami River. No matter how far you decide to go, there are many beautiful sites and locations to explore (Dayton Art Museum, Carillon Park, RiverScape MetroPark, etc.). The best part of this trail is the opportunity to bike, skate, rollerblade, run, or walk, always offering new perspectives however you decide to experience it.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph"><span class="RR-Font-Weight Bold">Woodland Cemetery</span></div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">No, this is not the haunted cemetery from your nightmares. On the average day, you’ll find many dog walkers and University of Dayton students exploring the grounds. Its rolling hills and expansive land are the perfect place for a brisk run or a light walk. Being the highest point in the city of Dayton, it provides an impressive look at the skyline, offering the perfect Instagram picture.</div><div class="wp-block-reyrey-js-paragraph">Taking advantage of the nature around you can help refresh your mind and recharge your creativity. All you need is some sunscreen, water, and a well-prepared playlist for your day of exploration.</div></div></section>