You won't find heart-stopping views, lung-crushing climbs, or even rare plants at West End Regional Park, but there is a deeply peaceful pleasure to be had during a walk in these woods. From 10 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 23, you'll get your chance.

Carol Hillestad of Brodhead Watershed Association will lead a hike at 10 a.m. to showcase the winter wonders at this Brodheadsville park. The hike is part of the Get Outdoors Pocono series.In 3.3 miles of well-maintained and marked trails, you'll see mixed-hardwood forests, a bird-inhabited meadow and a former tree nursery. Try Fleetwood Trail, named in memory of esteemed Chestnuthill Township Supervisor Dave Fleetwood, which is also wheelchair accessible. Follow the farthest-ranging trail to be treated to a bucolic view of black cows grazing on the next hill. Benches allow hikers to take a break.Minutes from the hurry and scurry of Brodheadsville and Route 209, this park is a sanctuary where traffic sounds are muted and time slows. It's a walk in the woods that will leave you refreshed, recharged and grateful.Meet at the trailhead at 578 Evergreen Hollow Road in Brodheadsville.The hike is free, but registration is required.Call 570-839-1120 or 570-629-2727 or email

info@brodheadwatershed.org with "West End hike" in subject line.For more information, visit brodheadwatershed.org/gopoconos.