<div dir="ltr"><div><font face="arial, sans-serif">Hi everyone! Please share this far and wide.</font></div><div><font face="arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><div><font face="arial, sans-serif">We're thrilled to invite you to our 2026 Virtual Hike to vibrant Mexico! This incredible program combines reading, cultural exploration, and interactive activities so you can experience exciting new stories and ideas while \u201cwalking\u201d through a themed adventure from the comfort of your home.</font></div><div><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><br></font></span></div><div><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Once you register, get ready to track your reading, listening, and activities throughout April. Every step you take moves you closer to completing the challenge! Dive into themed events, fun games, and on-demand activities, all at your own pace.</font></span></div><div><span style="color:rgb(0,0,0)"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><br></font></span></div><div><div class="gmail_default" style=""><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">The program is open to all LBPD patrons and families, and it's super flexible, so everyone can join in however they like. Whether you love audiobooks, braille, podcasts, cultural activities, or hands-on experiences, there's something amazing for everyone!</font></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><strong><font face="arial, sans-serif">How to participate:</font></strong></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Register for the Virtual Hike</font></p><ul style="color:rgb(0,0,0);margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:15px"><li style="word-break:keep-all;line-height:1.4;margin-top:0px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Track your reading and activities throughout the program</font></li><li style="word-break:keep-all;line-height:1.4"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Join events or complete on-demand activities</font></li><li style="word-break:keep-all;line-height:1.4"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Reach the challenge goal to complete the hike</font></li><li style="word-break:keep-all;line-height:1.4;margin-bottom:15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Everyone who completes the program will earn a special reward to celebrate their amazing achievement!</font></li></ul><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Are you ready to start your adventure? We can't wait for you to join us!</font></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Visit the Virtual Hike page to learn more and register:</font></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><a href="https://msla.maryland.gov/Pages/Virtual%20Hike.aspx?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery" style="color:rgb(32,57,157)"><font face="arial, sans-serif">https://msla.maryland.gov/Pages/Virtual%20Hike.aspx</font></a></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">Join us on the trail. Register now to read, learn, and explore together!</font></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif">If you have questions or need help with registration, please contact:</font></p><p style="word-break:keep-all;color:rgb(0,0,0);line-height:1.4;margin:0px 0px 15px"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><a href="mailto:ashley.biggs1@maryland.gov" target="_blank" rel="noopener" style="color:rgb(32,57,157)">ashley.biggs1@maryland.gov</a> or call 410-230-2430.</font></p></div><font face="arial, sans-serif"><br></font></div><font face="arial, sans-serif"><span class="gmail_signature_prefix">-- </span><br></font><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="background-image:initial;background-position:initial;background-repeat:initial;border-collapse:collapse">
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<p style="line-height:normal"><font face="arial, sans-serif"><b>Ashley M. Biggs</b><br>
<i>Marketing & Outreach Librarian</i><br>Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled<br>Maryland State Library Agency<br>415 Park Avenue<br>Baltimore, Maryland 21201-3603<br>
<br>410-230-2430 (office) | 667-209-1563 (cell) | 410-333-2095 (fax)<br>
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