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General news announcements from DATC.

Little Buffalo 5.5 Mile Hike; Theme: Where Do Animals Go In Winter?

DOC LogoOn Sat., Dec. 15th Come to Little Buffalo State Park for an average paced 5.5 mile hike over moderate and strenuous terrain.  We will be learning about where animals go in winter. There are approximately 8 short climbs and one big one.  This hike is not for beginners.  The last half mile we get to look at all the wooden Christmas caricatures that line the trail.    Meet at the Geisinger Holy Spirit Duncannon Center at 9:00 am. to carpool or alternately at Little Buffalo Park Office at 9:30 am. Call Deb at 717- 395-2462 or email dtakach@duncannonatc.org to register. 

 

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.