International Harvester Managerial Park – Lakeland

The park is located adjacent to the Lakeland Senior Center on the west side of Canada Rd. between I-40 and Hwy 70 at 4523 Canada Rd. The hike is about 4 miles. Allow 2.5 hours for the hike. We will hike through mostly bottomland forest but there are some moderately strenuous places elevation changes in the beginning and at the end. There is one shallow water crossing. Be prepared for mud if we have had a recent rain. Waterproof footwear and hiking poles are recommended. Bring water and snacks. Heavy rain or the threat of severe weather will cancel. Please register at which time you will receive start time. Following the hike the Memphis Chapter will host a free one hour First Aid Program at the community center at 12:00 noon. Mary Spangler, a certified family nurse practitioner will review what to do on the trail in case of sprains, cuts, bee stings, demonstrate a hands only CPR and answer questions that you may have. All hikers are welcome and it is not necessary to hike before the program. Join us and take home valuable information.