Author Archives: Deb Takach

About Deb Takach

Debra Takach is a retired teacher who volunteers much of her time for worthy causes. She is an avid hiker and professional story teller. She is CPR AED Wilderness Remote First Aid Certified and has had Hike Leadership Training.

Hike and Learn How to Make Sumacade

 DOC LogoOn Sat., Sept. 1st the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) will hike 9.6 miles at an average pace over moderate terrain from the AT RT 225 trailhead to the RT 325 trailhead.  The hike follows the ridge of Peter’s Mountain and has 3 nice views.  At the beginning of the hike we will be making a delicious drink out of Sumac Berries and learn the difference between Staghorn Sumac and Poison Sumac.  Meet at the Geisinger Holy Spirit Duncannon Center at 9:00 am or alternately at the 325 Trailhead parking lot at 9:30 am.  (Clarks Valley RD. 40.451584,-76.776087).  Bring water and a lunch. Call Deb at 395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.  

Hiking With Dogs

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Do you have a dog and like to hike?  Want to learn more about hiking with dogs?  Come to a dog friendly, average paced, 6 mile loop hike over moderate to strenuous terrain on Sat., May 19th.  We will be walking on the AT from Rt. 850 up Blue Mountain to Darlington trail to Miller’s Gap, returning down the road to the AT back to the start.  Since there is limited parking at the AT trailhead, we will meet at 9:00 am. at the State Game Lands 170 Parking area located on Rt. 850 about 18 miles west of Marysville on the left side of the road.  It is 0.5 miles past Cove Rd which will be on your right.  If you get to the AT trailhead parking area you have gone too far.  We will walk the 0.4 miles from the game lands parking area along the road to the AT trail head.  Hikers without dogs are also welcomed!!!  Call Debra at 395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.    

   

 

Hike and Learn How to Make Violet Syrup

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On Sat., April 14th join the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) for a family/dog friendly hike from Scotts Farm to Sherwood Drive and back for a total of 2 miles on easy terrain at an average pace.  We will identify violets and learn how to make violet syrup.  Meet at the Geisinger Holy Spirit Duncannon Health Center at 9:00 am. or alternately at Route 114 Park and Ride at 9:30 am.  Call Deb at 717-395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.