# 23rd Annual Winter Solstice Torchlit Hike

> Event for families in the Kansas City area (MO / KS). Times are Central Time.

- When: Wed, Dec 2 · 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
- Where: George Owens Nature Park, 1601 S. Speck Rd., Independence, MO 64057
- Ages: visitors of all ages
- Price: Check official pricing
- Organizer: City of Independence Parks and Recreation
- Official page: https://www.independencemo.gov/events/23rd-annual-winter-solstice-torchlit-hike
- Last checked: Tue, Oct 27

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## About

Independence Parks and Recreation holds its winter solstice hike at George Owens Nature Park on a Wednesday evening in early December. The walk runs 5:00 to 7:00 pm and is described as open to all ages. Along the paths families see sculptures, live birds of prey, bonfires, community displays, activities for children, and Christmas lights. Hot chocolate is complimentary. Paths are described as accessible. Sponsors named on the page are Comcast, McBee's Coffee and Carwash, and the Salvation Army. It is an outdoor night walk, so coats and closed shoes matter more than a ticket. The page does not print an admission price or a registration link.

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