activities on this water trail. The canal once connected the Susquehanna River at
Starting at Route 645 S of Pine Grove, Schuylkill County PA and ending at Swatara Watershed Park. must be registered. To the west of Harper's Tavern on old Route 22, the Swatara Creek Inn
William Penn, the canal was surveyed in 1762. Because we start or end our sojourn and River cleanup at this site each year, SWA considers this site an essential hub in the wheel of the Water Trail, which is recognized by both PA and the nation, and connects to the Captain John Smith Water Trail. Spring Township, $317,000 for stormwater runoff management project in the Wyomissing Creek watershed. gear that you need. Ben has more than forty years of outdoor experience. Her grandfather took her swimming in the Little Swatara Creek where here sister came out with leeches all over her body. Hersheypark/Hershey Gardens. South Mountain Railroad piers. the Fish & Boat Commission Waterworks Access, created in partnership with
Boat House Road Park is a public access maintained by Derry
- Northern Swatara Creek Watershed Association, Formed in the early 1990s, its mission is to promote the protection, restoration and enhancement of the Northern Swatara Creek Watershed. former
One wearable, Coast Guard-approved
en has competed in 5K, triathlon, and numerous cross sport challenge races. Here, with rangers from Hanover Township, Reed
Recognized both state and nationally, the Swatara Water Trail is 60 miles in length, created by Swatara Watershed Association in cooperation with PA DCNR, PA Fish & Boat Commission, and the National Park Service with public launches established about every 7 miles. Harper's Tavern. Union Canal workers. Water wars are fought in many nations. Hummel Nature Trail. the river include rocks, rock ledges, trees, sandbars and dams. used as a headquarters for the Union Canal at Water Works. On closer inspection, you can see remnants of the
The Quittapahilla Creek Watershed Association is a well-established organization in the Swatara Creek watershed. are required to carry a sound-producing device, some mechanical means of making
the appropriate size is required for each person in your boat. coiled when not in use. ... FREE: Gain immediate access to the following: Address; This information is only available for subscribers and in Premium reports. Read more in the link at the top of the page. Bindnagle's Church. You will see farms and bank barns,
access points must have a valid boat registration. Avoid
Never position yourself downstream of a boat! (1997). This project was financed in part by a
Bindnagle's Church is where John Palm,
shallow, calm spot or shoreline. Indian Echo Caverns is a
show running lights between sunset and sunrise. wilderness less than 50 minutes from Pennsylvania's capital. From 1917 to 1941, Milton Hershey, who used it for a boys' home, owned
By the way,
Deposit until the late 1700s. For water depth/flow, check the Swatara Creek Watershed Association's website
Credit: Ben Miller, Swatara Watershed Association. Call (717) 534-8995 for more information. Wells in the county can become polluted or go dry. Dave McSurdy moved, and Denise Donmoyer seconded, a motion to send Ryan Kohn a letter of thanks for all of the contributions he made to the Swatara Watershed. Approximately 1986 a group of citizens became concerned about landfills being projected close to the Swatara Creek in Schuylkill County, PA. As a result, they formed an association known as Citizens Coordinating for Clean Water (CCCW). Running since the age of ten, Ben has competed in 5K, triathlon, and numerous cross sport challenge races. As a teenager he joined Boy Scouts. Neiswender (717-838-6176), church historian, to arrange a tour. The surrounding watershed supplied farmland, limestone, iron, coal, timber, and a host of other raw materials that aided in the establishment and subsequent development of the region, and country. (717) 944-4435, 136 Brown Street, Middletown. Efforts by Schuylkill and Lebanon Counties to clean up pollution from abandoned mines were supported and promoted by SWA through educational field trips and … As a child, Ben’s family camped at state and national parks in 40 states. The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick. At 60 miles long, the official start of the trail is in Pine Grove (Schuylkill County) and the end is at the PA Fish and Boat Commission's access point in Middletown Borough (Dauphin County). Obtain proper instruction in boating skills. 16 feet or longer, one throwable device (seat cushion or ring buoy) is also
Lebanon to Tremont railroad bridge. Hershey Schools owns Camp Catherine, Spartan Meadows, Camp Swattee and Camp
Access to the Swatara Creek Water Trail is provided at two formal trailheads, Scotto's Italian Restaurant,
Beneath the Union Canal House Restaurant (717-566-0054) and the
Water Quality and Biological Assessment of the Lower Susquehanna Basin (Publication 190). Keep weight
Fred is a retired earth and science teacher who loves the outdoors. Swatara Creek
all-around) when at anchor between sunset and sunrise. If your boat is
Keep all ropes
Fort Indiantown Gap, the
As a child, Ben’s family camped at state and national parks in 40 states. For real hospitality, call (717) 838-9580. Grass roots organization with ~20-yr history of supporting watershed protection, stream access, and water-quality improvement. One can find remains of locks and aqueducts by which boats
Boats
Drag your canoe to shore in a
deeper water flowing between these obstacles. She is certified as a Rescue Diver, and volunteered on teams that recovered drowning victims and discarded guns used in homicides. Saturday in May has traditionally been the Swatara Creek Watershed Association
for your car, it's a great place for dinner. You can
throwable device. Today, the structure is a bed and breakfast inn. through the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and the Transportation Equity
the Swatara Creek Watershed Association. especially a child. See what's included On the right bank, Blue Rock
protected the people of the countryside against Indian raids. Rentals. flips over, remain calm. Mailing address: 2302 Guilford St., Lebanon PA 17046. the four counties, there are 46 municipalities in the watershed with a total
Swatara Watershed Association. If you look at the entire reach of the Swatara Watershed adding Schuylkill, Berks, and Dauphin Counties, that number increases to approximately 300,000 people who benefit from SWAs efforts. County, to the PA Fish & Boat Commission's Middletown Access, in
Many small limestone caves dot the water trail. Tulpehocken creeks. County, and at other public and private access points identified on the trail
Others are strongly encouraged to wear a PFD. Several of the directors of the Swatara Creek Watershed Association were involved in the affairs of CCCW and it was suggested as a matter of economy to reactivate Swatara Creek Watershed Association, Inc. whose original purpose matched those of CCCW. or she may file a complaint alleging discrimination with either the Department
ran. required. Last week, Gov. 322 near Hummelstown, the cave is open for tours. Travel 30 river miles over two days. Swatara Creek Inn or Hershey Highmeadow Campground. provides a ride parallel to Swatara Creek. Reed's Fort. Explore Aycrigg's Falls too. Canoes or kayaks, regardless of length, are not required to carry a
Carry in and carry out your lunch and trash. Boat with others. Copyright © 2020 Swatara Water Trail . 59 likes. The lava is a few hundred
The most popular areas are the Fish and Boat Access Area on Sweet Arrow Lake Road and the newly created Special Needs Access Area in front of the Clubhouse off route 443. turned into a fort in 1755. If your boat
A long-gone dam on the creek existed between 1826 and 1862, comprising a 45-foot breast and an 800-acre impoundment that ran six miles northward in the direction of Pine Grove. Robert Murray, Lindley's father, owned the mill from 1745 to 1746. The Swatara Watershed Association supports hundreds of thousands of people, and we are growing. Boat House Road Park. exploring a wilderness. hot, make sure you wear light clothing, sunglasses and a hat, and apply sun
unpowered boats must carry a white light (visible 360 degrees all-around) - installed
by settlers as early as 1783. In 2013 Ben accepted a board member position in the Swatara Watershed Association (SWA). Legends
Public access points in Lebanon County are located at Swatara State Park, Jonestown KOA Camp Ground and the Swatara Creek Watershed Association Waterworks Access, north of Annville. descended to the Schuylkill River. In the interim, do your part to conserve and reuse water. Maps point out historic, geologic, scenic, and other recreational areas as well as hazards like two dams. An all volunteer 501c3 nonprofit organization covering parts of 4 counties: Berks, Dauphin, Lebanon & Schuylkill;47 municipalities;Population over 300,000;Founded in 1970. (1987). The first land was
The corporation was active in the 70’s then became dormant. Box 8475, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8745, or the Office for Equal Opportunity,
reach shore. PFDs must be worn by all children 12 years and younger on all
Water Trail is a 42-mile segment of Swatara Creek from Jonestown, Lebanon
Read more in the link at the top of the page. Milton
Enjoy boating, primitive camping, fishing, wildlife-watching, and other
An old
street between the restaurant and Fort Swatara, an underground railroad once
Updated Map : Swatara Water Trail map and guide 7MB 10.12.2017.pdf: Public access points about every 7 miles. Union Canal. All motorboats and all boats using PA Fish & Boat Commission access areas
information. A little farther north is
All Rights Reserved. In 2013 Ben accepted a board member position in the Swatara Watershed Association (SWA). the Route 72 bridge, is the Frog's Hollow Complex - motorcycles, flea
Horseshoe Trail. Hershey Highmeadow Campground. Floods carry an
To the west of Ono Road near the water works is
Boat access, 960 square foot pavilion; 240 square foot stilted office and porch, approved public water source with a flow rate of 25 gallons per minute at the pump house; Primitive camping; and 3,341 feet of riparian buffer that shades and cools the Swatara, slows evaporation, and limits runoff and erosion. iron until it blew up. being on the water after dark, and be aware that creek levels can vary widely
All boats
Township but owned by Milton Hershey Schools. You can assume you will float at about 2 to 3 miles per hour with light paddling. office. In 2019, California came out of a 7-year drought. A national cemetery is also housed at the Gap. now more than 16,000 acres. S. finds tremendous fulfillment as a volunteer. Limestone Caves. Boats can use a lantern
Great fun. M&H Railroad Rides. The first phase of the project would include the acquisition of up to 40 single-family homes, demolishing the properties, and removing all debris from the site, while conducting hydrologic and hydraulic modeling to understand potential impacts of the park on the Swatara Creek and Susquehanna River floodplains. The increased size of the organization to over 100, expanded activities, and availability of government and private grants to support some of its educational activities caused CCCW to consider incorporating. Union Deposit is a great access below the Hershey Dam. Association Waterworks Access, Union Canal Canoe
Conrad's Mill. Fort Indiantown Gap Military Reservation, authorized in 1929. a sound signal audible for a half-mile. appear on the face. Store" is the building next to Harper's Tavern and is currently a doctor's
The stone would have then been used to repair the other historic locks along the creek. Trails Index -- PFBC Home, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Web Privacy and Security
Water Works Canoe Launch - A partnership between Carmeuse who donated the limestone and hauling, the PA Fish & Boat Commission who owns the property, and Swatara Watershed Association who coordinated the project to improve the Water Works access took place on Wednesday, June 27, 2001. Donations to Swatara Watershed Association for use and/or maintenance of the Bordner Cabin are most welcome and appreciated. Ben’s outdoor enthusiasm has taken him abroad to hike, kayak and ski. Enjoy good food, good company, and take home lusty tales of adventure. is a magnificent limestone outcrop. Indians lived in Union
grant from the Pennsylvania Recreational Trails Program under the administration
In high school Ben added lifeguarding to his skill set and in college began work as a fitness instructor too. - Trail Guide -. We need the American Water Company, Lebanon Water Authority, and United Water Company to present a unified plan so that all citizens can get behind a Water plan for future generations of children and their families in the Swatara Watershed. state. Swatara Creek Water Trail
personal flotation device (PFD or life jacket) in serviceable condition and of
• NSCWA constructed the accessible fishing trail from the dry hydrant parking area to the “Point” in front of the Clubhouse. The house of Adam Reed, Esq., was
national cemetery, and historic Lindley Murray/Conrad Mill are a great hike from
Middletown Access. Funding for this program is provided
Coordinates. And a band rehearsal hall formerly served as quarters for
Bridge & Hummel Nature Trail, Clifton Covered
Clifton Covered Bridge Project. guide/map. Indian Echo Caverns. Her father took her trout fishing so she got to see what clean water is all about. The corporation was active in the 70’s then became dormant. a time, the site was known as Shuey's Mill. Always in the field working, Ryan was a great asset to the Watershed. (Middletown & Hummelstown) Railroad, an historic steam engine train,
In high school Ben added lifeguarding to his skill set and in college began work as a fitness instructor too. A graduate of Cedar Crest High School, Lebanon Valley College, and Kennedy Western University, Jo Ellen also ran Lebanon (Auto) Body Shop where she handled hazardous waste, and she serves in her 5th term as a Lebanon County Commissioner. For comparison, when the Harpers gauge at our launch @ 1929 Blacks Bridge Road, Annville reads the following heights: On June 7,
submerged trees ("strainers"). Creek Water Trail partnership provides no particular endorsement via this
bridges that cross the stream. Map -- Water
Swatara Creek Inn. Hersheypark and Hershey Gardens are
for user safety. Near
is dangerous and can kill unprepared boaters. stand in fast-moving water. A surface
Route 934 north of Annville, Harper's Tavern (717-865-2584) was an 1804
Blue Rock Limestone Outcrop. Read more in the link at the top of the page. We have you covered. workers in the winter. Read more in the link at the top of the page. A washed-out covered
Crossing the Swatara
Union Canal Canoe Rentals. As a teenager he joined Boy Scouts. Avoid cotton. In central Pennsylvania, the Swatara Creek Watershed encompasses 570
Denny is good with numbers, so good that he’s with VITA (Volunteers in Tax Assistance) for the elderly and low income. A Watershed Pollution Study of the Swatara Creek: Final Report. at www.mbcomp.com/Swatara. All boats, including rafts, using Commission
Until the
One of the only ways to tell where you are is by the
transported. the founder of Palmyra, is buried. Total acreage is
The Swatara
the water. the side to the stern. In 2012 Ben joined the Swatara Watershed Association, and later the same year established the outfitter Cocoa Kayaks of Hershey. Users must know their
Do you want to combine water, good
The normal flow of the Swatara accommodates most unpowered
feet pointing downstream until you paddle to shallow, calm water where you can
To view a map of sojourns planned statewide this year, click on this link: 2019 Sojourn Map May 4-5, 2019. Then empty the boat and reenter. For comparison, when the Harpers gauge at our launch @ 1929 Blacks Bridge Road, Annville reads the following heights: Middletown is the oldest
In fact, the Bethel area is a deficit area where enough rain doesn't fall to recharge used groundwater. Skelly and Loy. All boats must display an anchor light (a white light visible 360 degrees
protective footwear. Athletic whistles meet this requirement. place horse thieves residing in these caves. If you'd like to join an organized float trip, the first
low-head dam on the Swatara. float and clean-up. large underground display of geology created by dripping water and the region's
Know the hazards of your route. Keep away from dangerous dams and
Conrad's Mill. Traversing 60 miles from Pine Grove, Schuylkill County, to the Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission’s (PFBC’s) Middletown Access, to the Susquehanna River, Dauphin County, Swatara Creek Water Trail follows Swatara Creek through the heart of a densely forested Swatara State Park, past Lebanon County farmland and through developed suburban woodlots. deposits in the state. The weigh master's house was
The Swatara Water Trail is a PA DCNR-designated recreation route. 1745, the site was the birthplace of Lindley Murray, a famous grammarian and
produce from the Pennsylvania Dutch areas here for shipment to the market via
The next access is located at the Swatara Creek Watershed Association's launch affiliated with the PA Fish & Boat Commission at the Water Works, north of Annville in Lebanon County on Swatara Rd., which is west of and accessed from Ono Rd., which is accessed from … Northern Swatara Creek Watershed Association. Boat only at water levels appropriate for your capabilities. P.O. As a result, and because our population has almost doubled since the early 1950s, more and more people depend upon a clean public water supply. Camps. There are usually around 100 participants. If anyone believes he or she has been
The Swatara Creek
bridge is planned for reproduction at Clifton. Promote the environmental integrity of Swatara Creek, it's tributaries and watershed that lie within the boundaries of Schuylkill County Pa. To advocate the wise use and conservation of the natural resources in the watershed to the aesthetic, recreational and economic benefit of all concerned. rescued by a smaller person, flotation is a huge safety factor for both parties. Between sunset and sunrise,
The Swatara Creek Watershed Association, Inc. was founded in 1970 in response to encouragement from the Chamber of Commerce and State and federal agencies to promote conservation of the Swatara Creek Watershed. windy and rainy weather, even in summer, can lead to hypothermia. Act for the 21st Century (TEA 21). population of more than 800,000 people. U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. Volunteer Opportunities/For More Information. Dress appropriately - wear a hat, and
Obstacles encountered along
especially when the water is cool. (Will Trostel) Dams on the Swatara weren’t unheard of at the time of the proposal. This group ultimately became active with regard to broader aspects concerning the Swatara Creek Watershed. July meeting was a field exercise--litter cleanup at the Water Works… • Jacobs Creek Watershed Association: $82,468 to design an abandoned mine treatment system at the West Overton Museum. food, recreation, open space, history, culture, scenic beauty and geology into
Keep a sharp lookout to
Waterworks Access. In the 1920s,
Swatara Creek flows into the Susquehanna River, and eventually, the Chesapeake Bay. Bridge Project, Fulling Mill Road. Swatara Creek, contact the Swatara Creek Watershed Association at www.mbcomp.com/Swatara. Mission: "To promote the conservation of the natural resources of the Swatara Watershed by conducting scientific investigations and research, disseminating information, conducting educational programs, sponsoring conservation projects and all activities incidental thereto." For
Her husband took her scuba diving in lakes, rivers, grotto’s, and oceans where she saw American Eels, starfish, whales, dolphins, sea horses, barracuda, and many other creatures. The increased size of the organization to over 100, expanded activities, and availability of government and private grants to support some of its educational activities caused CCCW to consider incorporating. January 27, 1753. Through a cooperative efforts of the PA Fish and Boat Commission and various sportsman's groups, a significant amount of habitat has been places in the lake. Swatara Creek Watershed Association Inc. In addition, you
Read more in the link at the top of the page. In 2012 Ben joined the Swatara Watershed Association, and later the same year established the outfitter Cocoa Kayaks of Hershey. Northern Swatara Creek Watershed Association – Kenneth Nincovich, President • The group funded a raingarden constructed in Waterfall Parking lot. Need more info on this nonprofit? these and look instead for Vs pointing downstream to take advantage of the
under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal. or clip-on battery-powered unit to meet this requirement. icehouse that stored ice cut from a dam in winter provided employment for canal
In the 1970’s Ben celebrated in his first Earth Day as a volunteer. STATION.--01573560 SWATARA CREEK NEAR HERSHEY, PA LOCATION.--Lat 40`17'54", long 76`40'05", Dauphin County, Hydrologic Unit 02050305, on left bank, 0.4 mi downstream from Manada Creek, 0.5 mi upstream from State Highway 39, and 1.5 mi northwest of Hershey. North to south, here are some of the sites you can expect to see: South Mountain Railroad Piers. and change quickly. into Jonestown, at Scotto's Italian Restaurant (717) 865-3487. avoid collisions. Swatara Water Trail map and guide 7MB 10.12.2017.pdf: Public access points about every 7 miles. Former Swatara Park. market. For more information, call
The information in this guide is for background information only. Be aware of other boaters. Operating watercraft, including canoes, kayaks and rafts,
of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation,
(Available from [Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Bureau of Abandoned Mine Reclamation, Harrisburg, PA]). Be careful of sharp objects in the river. Operations. M&H
assistance, call (717) 948-3019. Travel Through Time on the Swatara Sojourn – Paddle 30 miles over two days, and sleep on the banks of the Swatara Creek. Forge - 130.1 miles long. you can't go wrong with a meal at Harper's Tavern. block and drink fluids. Call Heidi
haunted trail. Always wear your life jacket but
Store. The last directors of the corporation met and agreed to become active again and to assimilate the activities of CCCW. Frog's Hollow. exiting the boat. A "weigh wall"
When you go back
Theme by AcademiaThemes, Retired since 2009, his interests include outdoor sports like archery, bow hunting, biking, hiking, canoeing, and fishing. He is always ready to help with a cleanup, down a dead tree, or share his knowledge of the Spotted Lantern Fly. Located three miles west of Hershey off U.S. Route
canoes, kneel when running rough water and during windy conditions. The Middletown Fire
There is a sharp cliff to the railroad bed. assortment of items downstream that can cut your feet. Hummel Nature Trail, municipal park. Middletown. Recognized both state and nationally, the Swatara Water Trail is 60 miles in length, created by Swatara Watershed Association in cooperation with PA DCNR, PA Fish & Boat Commission, and the National Park Service with public launches established about every 7 miles. In early spring, wildflowers of many colors
As a First Class Girl Scout, it’s her passion to protect Clean Water. The Campground is between Swatara
The Swatara Creek Watershed Association, Inc. was founded in 1970 in response to encouragement from the Chamber of Commerce and State and federal agencies to promote conservation of the Swatara Creek Watershed. one day-trip? The ferry landing is a short distance west. If you wade, wear
publication, nor is it responsible for errors or omissions in this guide. can camp, golf or explore an old canal lock. Works. Deposit. Her mom took her swimming at Lion’s Lake where pig manure ran into the entrance, and she’d get painful boils in the days that followed. Ben’s outdoor enthusiasm has taken him abroad to hike, kayak and ski. If you want to stay in the area overnight, try the
DEP Letter requesting water companies to submit a unified plan, Seasonal Primitive Campsite ContractU-Tow Canoe ContractPavilion Use Contract, SWA Mission: “To promote the conservation of the natural resources of the Swatara Watershed by conducting scientific investigations and research, disseminating information, conducting educational programs, sponsoring conservation projects and all activities incidental thereto.”. American Rivers, $275,441 for removal of the Paper Mill Dam on Cacoosing Creek and riparian corridor and streambank restoration in Spring Township. centered and as low as possible at all times, especially when entering and
If improperly dressed,
Route 72 and north of Jonestown, the Lebanon Water Authority draws water from a
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