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McKaig Nature Education Center
Wed, Jan 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Start your New Year off right with a First Day Hike at McKaig Nature Center!
This tradition, practiced in Pennsylvania parks for over 30 years, was officially recognized as a national tradition in 2012 by the National Association of Park Directors.
Get a head start on your resolutions to get outside more and exercise while exploring the natural beauty of McKaig Nature Center.
Enjoy a moderate 1.5-mile hike with some elevation gain. We‘ll return around 12:30 PM, giving you plenty of time to get home for the game.
Must Register.
Sun, Jan 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Meet at Old Roberts Schoolhouse next to Roberts Elem School.
We are going to offer several courses: Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.
Checkpoints mainly will be on the trails and only few off-trail for advanced level. We‘ll use tubes with reflecting tape, so the checkpoints will be visible from a distance when headlamp/flashlight is used.
More details will be available at dvoa.org Registration and pricing at dvoa.org
McKaig Nature Education Center
Fri, Jan 31, 2025 at 6:00 PM
New Moon Night Hike - NO FLASHLIGHTS, NO LIGHTS. Not for the faint of heart. Hike through the woods on one of the darkest days of the year. (well almost, there will be the slimmest of crescent moon).
Walk along McKaig trails in near pitch black to the Parade of Planets viewing where we‘ll catch a glimpse of (from E to W) Mars, Jupiter, Crescent Moon, Venus, and Saturn that should be visible to the naked eye. Neptune and Uranus can be seen with a telescope (not provided). $7 cash/venmo requested at event
McKaig Nature Education Center
Fri, Jan 31, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Parade of Planets viewing where we‘ll catch a glimpse of (from E to W) Mars, Jupiter, Crescent Moon, Venus, and Saturn that should be visible to the naked eye. Neptune and Uranus can be seen with a telescope.
Slimmest Crescent Moon Cradles Saturn: If the conditions are right, 45 minutes after sunset, look low in the western sky for the slimmest crescent Moon you’ve ever seen. Just above it will be a faint yellow “star,” the planet Saturn.
*$5 per person donation to McKaig Nature Center requested.
Pre-registration and a signed waiver are required.
Sunset 17:19
Wed, Apr 2, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Brownie Scouts Badge:
1. Decide where to go
2. Try out a hiking skill
3. Pick the right gear
4. Pack a snack for energy
5. Go on a hike!
McKaig Nature Education Center
Wed, Apr 23, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join us on a historic journey! This 2-mile hike immerses you in American history that has roots in McKaig Nature Center. We‘ll explore the symbolism of the Tree of Liberty, delve into the story of the Pine Tree Riot, and see a 1731 Swedish Settlers Farm House. The hike concludes by tracing the Continental Army‘s march to Valley Forge. Allow 1.5 to 2 hours for this enriching historical adventure led by the Park Ranger.
McKaig Nature Education Center
Thu, May 8, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Hiking and Tree Identification: Discover McKaig‘s Timeless Beauty
Join us for an after-work guided tour of McKaig Nature Center. Immerse yourself in a local treasure filled with majestic, centuries-old trees.
Explore the trails and learn to identify trees by their leaves, bark, and shape.
Hike alongside trees that predate the Declaration of Independence.
Note: This hike involves moderate elevation changes and uneven terrain.