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Hours:	10:00 - 11:30 AM
Ages:	Teens, Adults
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	Free see below
Category:	Nature & Outdoors

Studies show that diminishing light at this time of year can cause changes including decreased levels of serotonin (affecting mood) and melatonin (affecting sleep). Doctors suggest that one solution for this is to GET OUTSIDE during daylight hours, and exercise. Exercise alone can increase serotonin, giving a sense of well being.

Combine these two at beautiful Harold Parker State Forest every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. – meet at the headquarters at 305 Middleton Rd., North Andover. Wear hiking footwear; bring water and sunscreen as appropriate.

Throughout the winter, we will cover all the trails in the park. Make this commitment for your health and well-being! For more information call (617) 828-1728 Or visit www.mass.gov/dcr. This FREE program is co-sponsored by the Friends of Harold Parker and DCR.

COST

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FREE

WEBSITE

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www.mass.gov/dcr/events.htm

LOCATION

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305 Middleton Rd., north andover, MA, 01845 map
Phone: 617-828-1728

Headquarters:

FROM BOSTON:

Take 93 North to exit 41, follow 125 north (toward Andover), for about 4 miles to the State Police Barracks (on right). Turn right on Harold Parker Rd to Jenkins Rd. Turn left on Jenkins Rd, right onto Salem Rd, Headquarters is Approx 1-1 ½ miles on the left.

FROM LAWRENCE:

From 495 take exit 42, travel east on Rt. 114 for 6 miles. Take a right at brown Harold Parker State Forest sign, follow to the end of rd then take a left to the headquarters.

FROM SALEM, PEABODY & DANVERS:

Travel west on Rt. 114. Take a left at brown Harold Parker State Forest sign, follow to the end of rd then take a left to the headquarters.