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RAIL-TRAILS EVENTS & MEETINGS

Rail-Trail Meeting Schedule

November 19, 2009, Thursday
Frank's Place, Simpson
All are welcome! Dinner at 6 p.m., meeting at 7 p.m.

December 17, 2009, Thursday
Christmas Dinner Party at 6 p.m. at Stonebridge Restaurant, Union Dale.
Reservations needed; please contact the R-T office at 570.785.7245 or email: trails@nep.net

No January 2010 meeting.

Get Smart - Get Walking!

Join R-T members and friends on the trail and get walking!
     Sun., Sept. 20th, 9 AM at Forest City Trailhead, Industrial Park
     Sat., Oct. 17th, 9 AM at Union Dale Trailhead, next to Cable’s Store
     Sun., Nov. 29th, 9 AM at Simpson Trailhead, Homestead St. (at the Army tank)

Trail Tenders Ice Cream Social on November 21, 2009

Trail Tenders will meet at 1 p.m. for an ice cream social and information sharing at the new Rail-Trail office in Cable's Store, Union Dale. There will be time for a trail walk if anyone is interested. Bring friends and family for an informal get-together. New Trail Tenders welcome!

The "Trail Tenders" program provides the opportunity for hikers, bikers, equestrians and all trail enthusiasts to assist the Rail-Trail Council in monitoring, maintaining and enhancing the trails. The kick-off meeting last Fall attracted a fair amount of volunteers and a lot of new great ideas. We plan to introduce the program again and review the list of suggested activities and projects. Trail assessment forms have been developed and sections of trail can be "adopted" for monitoring. Please visit the Trail Tender social networking site to see what’s up on the trail and meet other tenders. A brochure is available if you’jd like more information. Visit www.ning.com and sign up. After you have received confirmation of your sign-up, search trail tenders. You’ll see D&H Trail Tenders — join the network.

"Discover the D&H Rail-Trail Tours"
Sponsored in part by the United Way of Susquehanna County.
If you would like any special group activities or are interested in leading a nature walk, fitness run, a running or walking group, please call the RT office at 570-785-7245.

All activities begin at the Forest City Trail head, off Rt. 247, Forest City Industrial Park Rd. (unless otherwise noted).

Tuesday, June 9, 6 PM. Wildflower Hike with Jane Frye from the Forest City Trailhead.

Saturday, June 20, 9 AM. Benefit Equestrian Trail Ride. This event is a senior project and begins at Arlo's, Rt. 171, Ararat.

Saturday, June 27, 8:15 AM. Benefit Dog Walk meet at the Forest City Trailhead. This event is a senior project to benefit Dessin Animal Shelter, Honesdale. $10. donation.

Saturday June 27, 9 AM. Hike to Panther's Bluff from the Simpson Trailhead. In conjunction with Sierra Club hikers, led by Bob Morgan.

Sunday, July 12, 9 AM. Bike Ride, Forest City Trailhead, all levels. Bike maintenance checklist. Sponsored by New Milford Bike Shop.

Sunday, July 26, 9 AM. Bike Ride, Forest City Trailhead, all levels. Sponsored by Cedar Bike.

Saturday, August 1, 8 AM. Coal Cracker Run, Forest City Old Home Week, 2 or 5 mile. Benefits Forest City High School Cross Country Team.

Thursday, July 30, Friday, July 31, & Saturday, August 1: Noon - 8 PM, Rail-Trail Booth, Old Home Week on Main Street, Forest City. Come for Blueberry & Ice Cream Sundaes, Rail-Trail information and merchandise.

Sunday, August 2, 9 AM. Hike to Stillwater Cliffs and special places around Forest City. Meet on O&W (yellow gate), Route 171 North of Forest City, at lower Stillwater.

Sunday, September 13, 9 AM. D&H Long Distance Run - a half-marathon from the Forest City Trailhead to Union Dale. Registration required.

Click here and print a copy of the "Discover the D&H Rail-Trail Tours" schedule to keep handy.

The 2nd Annual D&H Distance Run

The D&H Distance Run set for Sunday, Sept. 13, 2009
• 9AM Start Time •
The first ½ marathon on the trail was a great success! Plans are underway for the 2nd annual run on September 13th.
The 13.1 mile race will be an "out and back" run on the D&H Rail-Trail from Forest City to Union Dale. The run is a great tune-up for those training for the Steamtown Marathon and a great race for those attempting longer distance runs.

This year the field is limited to the first 275 registrants.
Register as soon as possible.
For all the race information and a registration form, visit the Marathon page.
Any questions, contact the Rail-Trail office at 570-785-7245 or visit NEPA Runner.
Click the thumbnail image to view photos of the 2008 D&H Distance Run.

Great PA Cleanup on the D&H Rail-Trail

A D&H Rail-Trail trash pickup will take place April 25 from 9a.m. until noon. Meet at Herrick Center along Route 374. Parking is available on the sides of the trail. Garbage bags and gloves will be provided. Other locations may be included. The cleanup is part of the Great American Cleanup and is sponsored by PA CleanWays. We could use your help! Any questions, please call the Rail-Trail office at 570-785-7245.

Annual Events

Lackawanna River Corridor Association "Canoe-A-Thon" Sat., May 9, 2009
Visit www.lrca.org for details and registration information.

Old Home Week, Forest City, Thurs., July 30 - Sat., August 1 2009, noon to 8p.m.
Stop by the R-T booth featuring blueberries & ice cream! Also, merchandise & information - come support this popular fund raising event.

Fall Festival at Elk Mountain, October 2009, (date to be announced)
Bike ride on Sunday at 10 a.m., snowmobile raffle, information booth, R-T merchandise, and Mountain festivities from 12 noon to 4 p.m. each day. Visit elkskier.com

101 Things To Do In Susquehanna County #3. "Ride your Mountain Bike on the D&H RAIL TRAIL from Forest City to the NY State border."
The Susquehanna County Commissioners invite you to experience the 101 best things to do in Susquehanna County: www.susquehanna.pa.us