Category Archives: Announcements

General news announcements from DATC.

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.  

Hike Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area and Observe Migrating Swans and Snow Geese

DOC LogoOn Sat., Feb. 24th the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) will be hiking an average paced, 6 mile loop trail on strenuous to moderate terrain at Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area.  There are 2 climbs from 300 to 400 ft.  Prior to the hike we will observe the migration of Snow Geese and Tundra Swan, provided the early migration this year is still ongoing.  Meet at the Geisinger Holy Spirit Duncannon Center at 8:30 am. or alternately at the Kmart parking lot in Summerdale at 9:00 am.  Please reimburse drivers 10 cents per mile and for turnpike tolls (124 miles total).  Bring your binoculars and cameras.  Call 717-395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.  Pack snacks, water, and lunch.  Hope to see you soon!

Duncannon Outdoor Club Hike at Pinchot State Park – Theme Moles and Voles

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On Sat., Feb. 17th the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) will be hiking an average paced, 8.5 mile loop trail on easy to moderate terrain at Pinchot State Park.  If there is snow on the ground you may want to bring micro spikes, yak tracks or snowshoes.  Meet at 8:30 am. at the Geisinger Holy Spirit Duncannon Center or alternately at the Camp Hill Mall by the Santander Bank at 9:00 am.  The theme for discussion will be moles and voles.  Call 717-395-2462 to register or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org.