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jungle trekking, group of hikers backpackers walking together outdoors in the forest, close up of feet, hiking shoes
Stone Soup Hike | January 1
Sierra Club Sangamon Valley Group’s event looks worth the 90-minute drive from St. Louis. Bring an ingredient for one of the two communal soup bowls (meat and veg), as well as a bowl and spoon. Then join a low-key, 2-mile hike while the soup cooks, and come back to eat together. Free. 10 a.m. Lincoln Memorial Garden, 2301 E. Lake Shore, Springfield, Illinois.
Inaugural Doomsday 5K | January 1
The Terrain Trail Runners group is hosting its inaugural 5k run on New Year’s Day for both experienced trail runners or newbies. Get the year off to a wholesome start. Register in advance. 9 a.m. Cliff Cave County Park, 806 Cliff Cave.
First Day Hike | January 1
The Hawthorn Trail might be Babler’s shortest trail, but it has the most diverse geology on view. After the group hike, join fellow nature lovers for refreshments in the Alta Shelter. 10 a.m. Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park.
St. Louis Skater of the Year Awards | January 1
The hardest-working skateboarders in St. Louis are feted on the first day of the year. Doors open at 6 p.m. with a free skate, followed by skate games and a halftime show with Nikee Turbo and Bigbank E Pheezy, awards at 9:30 p.m., live performances of the best tricks at 10 p.m., more free skating at 11 p.m., and a shuttle bus to the afterparty if you still have gas in the tank. $8. St. Louis Skatium, 120 E. Catalan.
Annual New Year’s Day Workshop | January 1
Ashaleah Starshine has been leading year-beginning workshops for seven years running. Start 2023 with a workshop to enhance creativity and prosperity, and set intentions for the year ahead. The afternoon concludes with a sound bath using gongs, crystal singing bowls, and chimes. Bring water and a notebook. $40. 1 p.m. 950 Francis Place.
