Category Archives: Announcements

General news announcements from DATC.

Stroll for the Handicapped at Wildwood: Where Animals Go In Winter

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On Sat., Nov. 17th at 1:00 pm. the Duncannon Outdoor Club is sponsoring a hike for the handicapped and their families.  All ages are welcome to participate as we stroll the wheelchair accessible walkways in the Wildwood Nature Park at 100 Wildwood Way Harrisburg and learn about where animals go in winter.   Distance is 1.8 miles on the Delta and North Boardwalk trails which meander through woods and meadows.  It is an out and back stroll so participants can return at any time.  After the hike participants have the option of touring the Nature Center and the Nature Center gift shop.

Call Deb at 717-395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.  Bring binoculars if you have them and dress for the weather.   Sun., 18th is the rain date should the weather be inclement on Saturday. 

This outing is held in memory of Mayor Jack Conrad.

 

 

HIke At Worlds End State Park and Learn About Galls

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On Sat., Oct. 20th join the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) for an average paced, 5.5 mile loop hike at Worlds End State Park.  We will be hiking on Canyon Vista Trail to Link Trail, Double Run Nature Trail to the Loyalsock Tail back to Canyon Vista Trail to the start. Terrain is moderate to strenuous and involves one big climb.  This is a difficult hike with steep sections.  The theme for discussion will be Galls.  Pack a lunch, water, snack and a camera for the views.  Please wear something orange.  Driving distance is approximately 196 miles total.  Please pay drivers 10 cents per mile for gas.  Call Deb at 717-395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannon.org to register.  Meet at the Clarks Ferry Bridge Rt 147 AT Parking lot at 8:00 am.  This will be an all day event. 

 

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.  

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.

Hike to Pole Steeple and on Mountain Trail – Theme: Skunks

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On Sat., January 20th join the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) at Pine Grove Furnace State Park for an average paced 4.2 mile hike on moderate to strenuous terrain.  Starting at the Pole Steeple Parking area we will climb up Pole Steeple Trail, take in the view, and descend on the AT, returning to Pole Steeple Trail trailhead via the Mountain Creek Trail.  If there is snow make sure to wear hiking boots and micro spikes or Yak Tracks if you have them.  The Theme for discussion will be that stinky creature, the skunk, presented by Debra Takach.  Meet at the RT 114 Park and Ride at 9:00 am. or alternately at the Pole Steeple Parking area at 9:30 am.  Call Patrick Walsh at 716-908-3676 or email pjwalsh3@gmail.com to register.   Hope you can make it!

Duncannon Outdoor Club November Event – Possums on the Darlington

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On Sat., Nov. 18th come out for a 5.7 mile, average paced loop hike on easy to moderate terrain.  The hike will start at Lambs Gap parking area on the Darlington Trail to Millers Gap and back on a different trail. We will learn about that strange looking creature, the opossum.  Meet at the Lambs Gap/Darlington Trail parking area on Lambs Gap road at the top of the mountain. (40.305052,-77.01427) at 10:00 am.   Call Deb at 717-395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register.  Be sure to wear orange as it will be hunting season.  Hope you can make it.