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JEFFERSON CITY, MO, OCT 8, 2019 – Do you have enjoy walking in the crisp fall air and taking in the beautiful colors of fall leaves? Are you interested in learning about new plants and animals? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then join us from 10 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 26 for a guided hike of the Loess Hills trail. Trail terrain is rugged with many steep hills and narrow walkways.

We highly recommend that attendees bring and use insect repellent and sunscreen and wear sturdy footwear. This free event is weather permitting and open to all.

Annie and Abel Van Meter State Park is located 12 miles north of Marshall on Highway 122. For more information about the event, call the park at 660-886-7537.

For more information about Missouri state parks and historic sites, visit the web at mostateparks.com. Missouri State Parks is a division of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

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