Holiday Tree Trail and Rock-n-Stroll events running through December

The Joplin Parks and Recreation Department and Mercy Hospital in Joplin are partnering to bring the seasonal holiday event Rock-n-Stroll challenge this year.

This event is already in effect and will last through December 31.

Happening at the same time is the Holiday Tree Trail, a series of dedicated trees from area businesses and organizations that are placed along a portion of the trail at Mercy Park and lit throughout December that are accessible between the hours of 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

The Roll-n-Stroll event is available to everyone.

A news release from the City of Joplin regarding the Rock-n-Stroll activity says, "Those interested in participating must register with Joplin Parks and Recreation and track at least five activities during the challenge period on a tracking sheet. The first 200 participants who track five or more activities by December 31 and return their trackers to the Parks and Recreation Department will receive a plush knit beanie courtesy of Mercy. To register and receive your tracking sheet, call Joplin Parks and Recreation at 417-625-4750."

You can also register at joplinmo.org/holidaylights.

You can view the full release here.