April 17, 2010 10:00 AM - 7 attended
Pennypack Ecological Trust, Bryn Athyn, & Work Party
Pennypack Ecological Restoration Trust (map)
The Pennypack Ecological Trust area is a beautiful area just outside the city that runs along Pennypack Creek. The area connects with the incomparable Bryn Athyn Cathedral and Castle which are treats from both the outside and inside. The work party lasts till noon. Then we have a free lunch for workers. At 12:45 we meetup for a 2.5-3 hour hike. You can join us for the work party, hike, or both.
About the castle from various websites:
"A "little" castle built by Raymond Pitcairn to house his antique collections. "
"Glencairn is now a museum; it was once a home. An architectural Romanesque masterpiece, it is one of the last buildings constructed totally by mastercraftsmen of stonework, wood carving, mosaic work, stained glass, and metalwork in the United States. Completed in 1939, it is the ultimate creation of a man closely identified with the Swedenborgian faith and its spiritual center in Bryn Athyn. His name was Raymond Pitcairn, and Glencairn was the name he gave to the home he built for his family."
For those interested in the work party, which involves a stream cleanup, meet us at 10am at the park office at the main link. Bring a pair of shoes that you don't mind getting wet. Workers get treated to lunch which was sponsored by Whole Foods last year.
Those just interested in the 2-3 hour hike in the area with a visit to the Castle and Cathedral meet us at 12:45 in the parking lot or nearby picnic area. The area is not very hilly.
To carpool from Hill House (201 W Evergreen, 19118) meet at 915am. Each carpooler chips in $3 at the start plus splits tolls. Make sure to email me if you want to carpool. Here's a Google Map link to Hill House.
http://local.google.c...
Make sure to bring:
• Lots of water, I drink 1 liter per hour in warm weather
• Some food. An apple is great.
• Your camera
Two days before the event I will email a weather update.
Have your event fee of $2 ready in dollar bills. No coins, dubloons, or 5's or 10"s.
Please be aware of our group rating system. We need 5 stars ratings or no rating. http://www.hikingarou...
If you change your mind please change your RSVP. No-shows may be barred from my events. Email or call if you have a problem.
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Bill D2222, Assistant OrganizerGreat hike that was really unique. I'm glad I finally made it to a hike in this area.
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Lynette A2010I had a wonderful time at Pennypack, Bryn Athyn for the work party and hike. I met a lot of fun and interesting people and I found a great place to return to for hiking.
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A former member
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Total distance for this hike was 4.5 miles.