The Duncannon Outdoor Club at Ricketts Glen
Our hike to Ricketts Glen State Park was a little wet, but we still had a great time. Mother Nature rained on us off and on, but we did not let that dampen our spirits. The falls were beautiful since it had rained a few days before and water levels were high. You could hear the roar of the falls all along the trail.
We had the privilege to hear Judy Adamac, the park naturalist, as she spoke about the history of Ricketts Glen, past logging practices, trail safety, and the best way to hike the Falls Trail. She recommended we change our plan and go down the less steep side and go up the steeper side since trails were so wet and slippery. We followed her recommendation on the Falls Trail, but chose to hike Highland Trail back to the beach parking lot where we started instead of taking Bear Trail back.
We learned a lot about Colonel Robert Bruce Ricketts, who fought in the a Civil War. At one time he owned or had control over 80,000 acres of land Continue reading
On Sat., Nov. 15th join the Duncannon Outdoor Club (DOC) for a day at Hawk Mountain. Learn about and observe raptors as they migrate. We will then go on an average paced approximate 6 mile hike over rocky, rough and moderate terrain with two lookouts for a beautiful view. There is a strenuous climb at the end of the trail we are going to be on, River Rock Trail. Bring binoculars, water, a snack and lunch. Cost is $6.40 if there are more than 10 people 13 years and older. Otherwise, cost is $8.00 per person. Meet at the Duncannon Family Health Center at 7:30 am. to carpool. Alternately meet at the Kmart parking lot in Summerdale at 8:00 am. Please reimburse drivers 10 cents to the mile for gas. Distance is 59 miles. Call 717-395-2462 or email 