Health and Heritage Walks 2024
Get Your Tail on the Trail is offering a free trail walking program this year. Vary up your exercise routine and meet new people, learn new things, and experience different areas of the D&L Trail.
Although these walks are free, we do ask that you sign up for them. Walking with a group is fun, energizing, and social; walking in a horde is not. We are limiting our walks to 35 people.
Cancellation policy: We will cancel if the heat index is above 92°, if it is expected to rain during the walk, or if there were heavy rains leading up to the walk that make the trail difficult to navigate.
Rescheduling: Not all walks have rain dates. Please check the description to see if there is a rain date. If it is cancelled it will be on the website.
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165 Midpoint Mile Boost
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Saturday September 14 at 10 AM (Rain Date: Sunday September 15), D&L Sand Island Trailhead
Leader: GYTOT Team
Our annual challenge pushes our members to run, walk and their way to 165 miles between May 1 and November 10 to earn our virtual badge and a great incentive! Log your miles on your own time and at your own pace. Since Mother Nature spoiled our kick-off plans, we want to get together and boost those miles so you can complete the challenge!
Terrain: flat and easy
HMP History Walk: Waterways Walk
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Sunday, October 6 at 1 PM (No Rain Date), Hugh Moore Park, Easton
Leader: Jeff Mucklin
Discover Hugh Moore Park’s fascinating past along the Lehigh River and Canal, highlighting how it helped spur America’s Industrial Revolution. Participants will learn about the park’s flora and fauna, the locktender’s house, and Island Park. While here, add a visit to the museum and a ride on our mule drawn canal boat to complete your visit.
Terrain: flat and easy
D&L History Hike: White Haven to Lehigh Tannery
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Saturday, October 12 at 10 AM (Rain Date: Sunday, October 13), D&L White Haven South Trailhead
Leader: Vince Hydro
Join us for a 3-mile out-and-back hike along the D&L Trail starting at the White Haven South Trailhead. We will hike south, stopping at lock 28 and then continue on to view the remains of the Lehigh Tannery. Along the way we will take a look at the Lehigh River from the road bridge. As we walk, you will certainly take in the beauty of the fall foliage all around us.
Parking Tip: the parking area at the White Haven trailhead is CLOSED
apparently due to construction work on a new I-80 bridge. However, the trail is still open. We suggest walk attendees park in the shopping area parking lot just above the trailhead (501 Main St, White Haven, PA 18661).
Once you have parked plan to meet at the building housing the restrooms
Terrain: flat and easy, crushed stone paving, wear bright clothing as there is some walking along the road
4 Miles for Health
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Saturday, October 26 at 9 AM (Rain or Shine), South Bethlehem Greenway
Leader: Brit Kondravy
Are you looking for opportunities for group exercise without the added layer of education? The Miles for Health walks were created with you in mind. Join a group of like-minded individuals who want to get out on the trail, meet some new people, and get moving. The South Bethlehem Greenway follows an old railroad line from Saucon Park through much of historic South Bethlehem for nearly 2.5 miles. Join us on this art walk trail with a brisk out-and-back walk beginning at Saucon Park lasting about 4 miles.
Terrain: flat and easy
HMP History Hike: Industry & Iron Walk
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Sunday, November 3 at 1 PM (No Rain Date), Hugh Moore Park, Easton
Leader: Jeff Mucklin
Discover Hugh Moore Park’s fascinating past while exploring its industrial ruins. Participants will learn about the Lucy Furnace and Glendon Iron Works, the Abbott Street industrial complex, and telegraph communications. While here, add a visit to the museum and a ride on our mule drawn canal boat to complete your visit.
Terrain: flat and easy
D&L History Hike: The Gorge
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Saturday, November 16 at 10 AM (Rain Date: Sunday, November 17), D&L Jim Thorpe North Trailhead
Leader: Vince Hydro
Join us for a 4-mile out and back walk from the Jim Thorpe D&L Trailhead north to Glen Onoko. This walk affords you the opportunity to look at lock No. 2, which is still in excellent condition. Along the way you can view the site of the village of Lausanne, where the original coal arks on the Lehigh Navigation were constructed as well as the site of the Wahnetah Hotel at Glen Onoko and the CRRNJ Tunnel at the Turnhole.
Terrain: flat and easy
