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RCTC News Items
Winter Hike / Sock Drive, Feb 2, 2020
We are collecting socks for the needy at the start of our Winter Hike.
Winter Solstice 2019
An epic expedition on the shortest day of the year!
Harmony Trail Reopens
PennPower completed the utility pole upgrades along the trail.
350-mile "Rachel Carson Loop"
Two accomplished thru-hikers are tackling our very own trails.
The Bald Eagles in North Park
Portions of our trail are closed once again as the Bald Eagles have returned.
Harmony Trail: Closed Temporarily
Overhead electrical work is underway.
Pitt Make A Difference Day
A unique opportunity to work with Pitt students on October 19
Photos
The 2019 Baker Trail UltraChallenge
Baker Ultra: RELAY TEAMS
Register before Aug 5 to guarantee a t-shirt!
Harmony Trail
Construction: July through September on the Harmony Trail in Wexford.
Rachel Carson Challenge Photos!
All pictures have been uploaded!
Volunteer Opportunity in North Park
Trail improvement project in May/June
Earth Day with RCTC
Participate in a Spring Trash Clean Up along roads used by our trail.
Annual Public Meeting
Featured topic: The Bald Eagles of North Park
Baker Trail Ultra Registrants get discount
Save 25% off subscriptions to UltraRunning Magazine when you register for the 2019 BakerTrail UltraChallenge!
Attention Comcast & Apple Email Users
If you use a Comcast email (@comcast) or an Apple email (@me, @cloud, @mac) - there are some delivery issues that you can fix.
Volunteer for the June 22nd Rachel Carson Trail Challenge
Access the Volunteer Roster to choose your volunteer role!
Registration is open!
Link to register + FAQ's and other helpful information
Hikes are on the calendar
Earn your Quest Patch while training for the Challenge!
Please Respect the Privacy of the Eagles
Sections of our trail are closed. Please respect these closures.
West Hills Girl Scout Cadette Troop 50928
This Troop is currently working towards their Rachel Carson "Legacy of Conservation" badge.
Winter Hike: February 3rd
We are collecting socks for the needy at our Winter Hike. The hike will be 5 to 6 miles, it's open to everyone, no charge, no registration necessary.
We dedicate the bridge to Marian Crossman
Marian Crossman is a tireless trail steward, environmentalist, volunteer and a current RCTC board member.
Baker Trail UltraChallenge 2018
Last-minute tips & information!
Garden in the Park, Saturday, August 18
RCTC will be at this event from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with a display table containing information. (There will be ice cream!)
Last-minute information for the Challenge
Saturday, June 23rd, is fast approaching. We’ve got some helpful tips and reminders for you to read.
Volunteer Opportunities for this Saturday
We have a few more slots to fill!
The 2018 Challenge is sold out
Registration is closed for the Full, the Homestead and the Friends & Family Challenge.
Training Hikes
Starting in April, we offer eight goal-training hikes, all of which take place on Sunday mornings.
Are you ready for the 2018 Challenge?
Registration is open for the Rachel Carson Trail Challenge!