Schuylkill on the Move
The mission of Schuylkill on the Move is to bring together those with an interest in promoting health and fitness through walking.
Schuylkill on the Move is a county-wide grassroots organization of individuals and other organizations who have an interest in promoting health and fitness through walking.
Our Goals include:
Schuylkill on the Move hikes continue all year round. Lace up your walking shoes and join us.
Schuylkill on the Move is a county-wide grassroots organization of individuals and other organizations who have an interest in promoting health and fitness through walking.
Our Goals include:
- Assisting local communities with establishing walking programs for their residents
- Advocating for walkable communities
- Encouraging people to take positive steps towards good health
Schuylkill on the Move hikes continue all year round. Lace up your walking shoes and join us.
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Schuylkill County Walks and Hikes
Thursday, September 22 at 6:30 pm, Schuylkill Girls Who Walk will be partnering with Bernie's Race Timing to walk the Frightening Frackville racecourse. Learn more about SGWW below. Sunday, September 25 at 10:00 am. Join Naturalist Robin Tracey on the Crow, Lake View and Spirit Trails. The hike is 7 miles in length and moderate in difficulty. This hike combines the best of the trails in Tuscarora state Park. Meet in the Crow Trail parking lot off Tuscarora Mountain Road. This is a dog friendly hike, but all pets must be leashed and get along with other pets and people. You must register by calling Robin at 570-467-2506. No walk-ins. Shine only and bring a lunch. Sunday, October 2 at 2:00 pm, Schuylkill County Walk in the Woods. Since 2017, the Walk in Penn's Woods partnership has been working to offer Pennsylvanians a statewide day to walk in the woods on the first Sunday of October. These walks provide an excellent opportunity to get out, have fun, and learn about Pennsylvania's forests, to see forests in new ways, and to understand and appreciate the many values we hold for the woods. The walk at Frog Hallow Environmental Education Center, near Friedensburg, will be a casual stroll along flat trails that loop around the property. Tree species and understory shrubs will be identified, and points of interest will be highlighted. As the group discovers this beautiful forested landscape, trail guides will engage in conversations with participants to enhance their outdoor experience. Attendees will learn about the importance of the Upper Little Swatara Creek which borders the northern portion of the property and the wildlife found there. Besides being a place of solace, many bird watchers frequent the area throughout the year. Please call Frank at 570-449-4239 for more information. Thursday, October 6, Schuylkill Girls Who Walk location to be announced soon. Saturday, October 8 from 10:00 - 11:00 am. Fall 'n Leaf Hike: Meet in the Waterfall Road Pavilion (Sweet Arrow Lake). Join Porcupine Pat for a Fall Hike. Nature's engine turns again and a new season is in place. Let's hike to enjoy the colorful scenes of all. Thursday, October 22, Schuylkill Girls Who walk location to be announced soon Sunday, October 30: Tamaqua Hunger Campaign at 2:00pm: Registration for the walk will be held at 1:30 p.m. at the Tamaqua Art Center. Walkers are encouraged to wear a Halloween costume. The group that walks and brings in the most money or food of the greatest value will be given a pumpkin pie and a half gallon of ice cream. The individual that brings in the most money, or food of the most value will win the same. For more info visit: Tamaqua Hunger Campaign Thursday, November 3, Schuylkill Girls Who Walk, location to be announced soon. Thursday, November 17, Schuylkill Girls Who Walk, Location to be announced soon. Sunday, December 11th from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Winter Tree Identification. Meet at the lard Pavilion near the Clubhouse (Sweet Arrow Lake). Enjoy a winter walk through the woodlands of Sweet Arrow Lake County Park while learning how to identify the more common trees in Schuylkill County. See the tree characteristics of dormant tree species, such as the buds, twigs and other clues which aid in identifying trees in their winter state. The program will be conducted by Frank Snyder, retired and certified arborist. Be sure to dress for the weather. Free and open to the public. All ages welcome. Sponsored by the Schuylkill County Conservancy. |
Schuylkill Girls Who Walk was established to help create a safe community for all of those who want to walk, talk, and get outside. To learn more visit https://schuylkillgirlswhowalk.my.canva.site or email schuylkillgww@gmail.com
WalkWorks is a local walking program for people of all ages and abilities. WalkWorks is a project to increase opportunities for physical activity through a network of fun, fact-filled, community-based walking routes and walking groups. Visit VISION's WalkWorks page for additional information on walking routes and other group walks information.
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County Walking Clubs/Groups
Diakon Living and Learning After 50
Looking to keep moving no matter what the weather outside is like? Enjoy the benefits of indoor walking and the company of other walkers at one of our walking clubs! Improve your endurance, balance, strength and walking pace while avoiding weather interruptions and uneven surfaces.
There is no charge, and is available for ages 50+ at all fitness levels! See below for specific times and locations for each community.
For more information, please call Diakon Community Services at 570-624-3017.
Times and locations:
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30-9:30 A.M. at the Schuylkill Haven Recreation Center gymnasium.
TREMONT - Walking is permissible Monday – Friday from 9:30-10:30 A.M. at the Tremont Borough Building gymnasium and there is no charge.
POTTSVILLE - Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Fairlane Village Mall in Pottsville (Center Court). Starts on 9/12.
FRACKVILLE - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Frackville Borough Building. Starts on 9/12.
MCADOO - Tuesdays from 11:00-noon at the All Saints Church gymnasium, 17 N Cleveland St. There is no charge.
MOUNTAINSIDE - Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Mountainside Community Center gymnasium, 1152 W Mountain Road, Sacramento PA 17968. Starts on 10/3.
SHENANDOAH - Mondays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Shenandoah Area Senior Citizens building, 225 N Market St. Starts on 9/19.
TAMAQUA - Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Perla Enterprise Building Gymnasium (former Salvation Army location), 105 W Broad Street in Tamaqua, starting on January 10th
https://www.facebook.com/DiakonLivingAndLearningAfter50
Looking to keep moving no matter what the weather outside is like? Enjoy the benefits of indoor walking and the company of other walkers at one of our walking clubs! Improve your endurance, balance, strength and walking pace while avoiding weather interruptions and uneven surfaces.
There is no charge, and is available for ages 50+ at all fitness levels! See below for specific times and locations for each community.
For more information, please call Diakon Community Services at 570-624-3017.
Times and locations:
SCHUYLKILL HAVEN - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8:30-9:30 A.M. at the Schuylkill Haven Recreation Center gymnasium.
TREMONT - Walking is permissible Monday – Friday from 9:30-10:30 A.M. at the Tremont Borough Building gymnasium and there is no charge.
POTTSVILLE - Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Fairlane Village Mall in Pottsville (Center Court). Starts on 9/12.
FRACKVILLE - Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Frackville Borough Building. Starts on 9/12.
MCADOO - Tuesdays from 11:00-noon at the All Saints Church gymnasium, 17 N Cleveland St. There is no charge.
MOUNTAINSIDE - Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Mountainside Community Center gymnasium, 1152 W Mountain Road, Sacramento PA 17968. Starts on 10/3.
SHENANDOAH - Mondays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Shenandoah Area Senior Citizens building, 225 N Market St. Starts on 9/19.
TAMAQUA - Mondays and Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 A.M. at the Perla Enterprise Building Gymnasium (former Salvation Army location), 105 W Broad Street in Tamaqua, starting on January 10th
https://www.facebook.com/DiakonLivingAndLearningAfter50
Walk Saint Clair!
Walking program in the borough of Saint Clair, Pennsylvania. All walks are open to the general public. Walks are held April through November. https://www.facebook.com/walksaintclair
Walking program in the borough of Saint Clair, Pennsylvania. All walks are open to the general public. Walks are held April through November. https://www.facebook.com/walksaintclair
Mountainside Community Center's Senior Walking and Exercise Club
This club is for ages 50+ and will meet every Monday and Wednesday from 10a-11a at Mountainside Community Center. Enjoy the even walking surface and comfortable setting, all while improving your endurance and walking pace! We also added in balance, strength and flexibility exercises included in the routine!
This is a free club, but donations are welcomed! If you have any questions, please reach out to Mountainsidecc@gmail.com.
Make sure to like the Facebook event to stay up to date with any announcements or changes!
This club is for ages 50+ and will meet every Monday and Wednesday from 10a-11a at Mountainside Community Center. Enjoy the even walking surface and comfortable setting, all while improving your endurance and walking pace! We also added in balance, strength and flexibility exercises included in the routine!
This is a free club, but donations are welcomed! If you have any questions, please reach out to Mountainsidecc@gmail.com.
Make sure to like the Facebook event to stay up to date with any announcements or changes!
January 29, 2017 New Year of Walking with Schuylkill on the Move...
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