April programs at Jacobsburg
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center, 400 Belfast Road, Buskill Township will offer the following community programs in April:
Hike for Health: Special Excursion: 5:30-7 p.m. April 3. This is a special excursion hike that will take participants to Wayne A. Grube Park to hike on the Nor-Bath Trail in honor of Northampton County Parks 50th Anniversary. The hike will explore one of the many trails that Northampton County Parks has to offer and how trail connections can enhance communities. These guided monthly hikes are two-three miles over uneven ground. Contact 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov.
Weekly Weeders: 8:30-10:30 a.m. April 4, 11, 18, 25. Interested in learning more about gardening with native plants? Volunteer to mulch, pull weeds, divide plants, and amend soil in the center’s native plant garden every Thursday morning. Instruction, tools and weeding mats provided.
Volunteer Event – Community Tree Planting: 3-5 p.m. April 6. Celebrate Earth Day a little early in the education area to plant small trees and shrubs to replace removed invasive species. All tools and equipment will be provided. Volunteer Event – Ultraviolet Light Nighttime Litter Pick Up:
7:30-9 p.m. April 6. Gain a different perspective of the environment as you walk trails with UV flashlights. Not only may we see luminescing critters, but also plenty of glowing litter to place in bags as you walk along.
Hike for Health: 5:30-7 p.m. April 10. These guided monthly hikes are two to three miles over uneven terrain. You must be able to maintain a hiking pace of two miles per hour to attend. Dogs are welcome to hike on a leash. Meet at the Visitor Center flagpole at 400 Belfast Road. This monthly hiking program will repeat on April 10, May 1, June 5, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 4, and Oct. 2 at the same time and place. Registration is not required. Join the email reminder list by contacting them at 610-746-2801 or jacob two-hour search for the late spring botanical treasures of Jacobsburg. They’ll discuss how flowers got their names as well as legends, myths and stories that surround them. Be prepared for a moderate hike that may involve muddy slopes and uphill climbs. Bring binoculars, a camera, water and a snack and wear sturdy shoes.
Registration required, unless noted. You can view and register for community programs online at events.dcnr. pa.gov/search/events?order=date&search=jacobsburg. If you need an accommodation to participate in a program, contact the park office at 610-746-2801 or jacobsburgsp@pa.gov. Interpreters for people who are deaf or hard of hearing are available for educational programs with at least seven days notice.