Two organizations, Newtown Square Trails and Greenways Meetup Group and Mystic Friends, were hosting events back to back at the same location so we have decided to join forces for both events. You can join one or the other or both. Here are the details:
Join us on SUNDAY July 27th:
(1) Hiking: at 6:30 we will have a gorgeous hike across Willistown Township's 102-acre Kirkwood Preserve. The Preserve features over 4 miles of trails, a half-mile stretch of Crum Creek, and 8 acres of upland and riparian woodland. Followed by:
(2) Twilight Meditation at 7:45 (for those gathered at the Kirkwood parking), we’ll climb up the hillside and sit on top to watch the sun go down, surrounded by thousands of fireflies! We'll observe the show that Mother Nature puts on - in silence. A great "day is done" meditative experience.
Parking: Due to the very limited parking (only 10 spaces!) at Kirkwood we're going to ask that as many hikers as possible offer to meet at 6:15 at the historic Square Tavern on the corner of Goshen Road and Rt. 252, and carpool together (parking lot access off of Goshen Road)! Please comment below if you would help by carpooling, and we'll send you a message, you wonderful person, you!
No Dogs! Kirkwood Preserve is part of an Audubon-designated Important Bird Area (IBA), a global network of sites recognized for their outstanding value to bird conservation. Currently, no dogs are permitted on the property due to the protected nesting and foraging birds.
What to Wear/Bring: For the hike, please wear hiking boots or sturdy sneakers with treads. Depending upon the weather and time, we may cross the creek, and there are steep hills. If you are staying for the Twilight Meditation, please bring a headlamp or flashlight, an extra layer in case it gets cool, and Bug Spray! Also, a blanket or portable chair will be key to your comfort. We will try to have a secure vehicle at the parking lot so you can leave your chair and other items that you don’t want to lug on the hike, and then we can open that up and distribute your items for the hike up to the hilltop.
Looking forward to hiking, and enjoying a lovely summer evening in the peace and quiet of Kirkwood Preserve with you.
