Thank you to everyone who submitted a photo to the 2025 FCPA First Hike Fairfax Photo Contest, sponsored by the Fairfax County Park Foundation!

Enjoy ALL photo submissions in the First Hike Fairfax 2025 photo album Flickr page.

Hundreds of residents took to the trails on January 1, 2025 and judges are amazed by the submissions received. The Director’s Choice (pictured above), Judges’ Choice, and Best in Show Awards (below), are featured in this newsletter.

Now it's your turn to judge! Voting is open through 5 p.m. on Tuesday, January 14 to select the 2025 People’s Choice Award.

The winner of the People’s Choice Award will be announced on January 16, 2025. The winner will receive a $100 Park Authority gift card!

Be among the first 550 early birds to register for FCPA's Healthy Strides 5K/10K Race before it's SOLD OUT! Register for the Healthy Strides 2025 race.

Registered racers will enjoy a scenic run on the beautiful grounds of Burke Lake Park on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 6:30 - 9:30 a.m. This year's Healthy Strides theme is Fantasy Forest!

This is a fantastic opportunity for returning and prospective Sponsors to reach a large active target audience while helping this popular event!

Sponsor the Healthy Strides 2025 Race today!

Register for classes and find MANY great FCPA Programs and Events online!

Go Green with E-Parktakes, FCPA's Quarterly Guide to Parks & Recreation!

Support YOUR Fairfax County Parks!

Every gift helps and is greatly appreciated.

There are many ways to help parks, including:

Combined Federal & Commonwealth of Virginia Campaigns

United Way Give a Car Donor Advised Funds

Wills and Other Gift Planning

Give Stocks Bonds & Mutual Funds IRA Distribution Gifts

Employer Matching Monthly Giving and Payroll Deduction

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