In 2022, the Johnny Appleseed Park District is marking its 50th anniversary. One way to join the celebration is to participate in the district's 50 Mile Challenge. Walk, run or hike any of the nearby trails to complete the 50 miles, receive a 50 Mile Challenge Sticker and be entered in a drawing to win fabulous prizes.

Prizes include OSU Football tickets, Dayton Dragon tickets, Trekking poles, restaurant gift certificates.

June 15 marks the calendar halfway point, but participants have until September 1 to walk 50 miles and turn in log sheets.

To learn more about the park district, its facilitites and the challenge, visit https://www.jampd.com

Want to head straight to a park? You can start with Bluffton's own Motter Metro Park, 10740 Columbus Grove-Bluffton Rd. There are 14 additional JAMPD locations with walking opportunities. Check them out at https://www.jampd.com/parks-facilities/find-a-park/