2026 Virtual Hike

2026 Virtual Hike

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2026 Virtual Hike!


2026 Virtual Hike: Mexico

The 2026 Virtual Hike invites participants on a month-long, accessible cultural journey through Mexico and Mexican American heritage. Running from April 1, 2026, through April 30, 2026, this virtual experience invites participants to join a reading and cultural exploration challenge designed to engage the senses, spark curiosity, and build community. 


The hike is open to individuals of all ages!


Virtual Hike Rules

Patrons must register for the program to participate in the 2026 Virtual Hike. Once registered, participants will track their reading and cultural activities. For each completed activity, book, or magazine, participants earn miles toward traveling across Mexico on our virtual journey. 

To complete the program, participants must earn 1,000 miles. All reading formats count, including audio, braille, large print, and digital materials. Cultural events may also count toward mileage when noted.
 
This program is open to Maryland LBPD patrons and their families. Those who complete the program will receive a medal recognizing their achievement and participation in this shared cultural journey.​

Book Recommendations
Suggested Reading List - Spanish Language
Mexican Music Bibliography from the NLS Music Department

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Registration Form
​​To register for the program, please complete this
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Tracking Form
​To track your participation, please fill out this 

Activity Informa​​tion

​Below is a listing of various activities for hikers to enjoy. On-demand activities are activities you can do and track at your own pace. Live activities will require registration, including providing an email address and telephone number. 

Extras

​Coloring Sheets

The links below have several downloadable coloring sheets you can enjoy at home. If you would prefer a tactile version of the sheet with the image edges raised, please contact Ashley Biggs at [email protected]. 

Mango Languages

The Enoch Pratt Free Library offers all Marylanders access to the Mango Languages Database and Little Pim. You will need a library card. If you are in Maryland, you can apply for an eCard here. 


Spanish Language Learning Podcasts

These podcasts can help you learn Spanish:

​Language Transfer - Spanish (YouTube)

​FSI Language ​Courses - Spanish

Coffee Break Spanish - Spotify

Eat Your Spanish - Spotify​





Community Partners

​We would like to express our deepest thanks to our community partners. Our community partners provided support through program collaboration, event hosting, and funding.