Fitness Fun Opportunities are Abundant in and around Our Area!!
_FITNESS FUN No fee - free to enjoy by all:
Enjoy the Fitness Trail at the LionsClub Park; you can just walk the trail or try the exercises that are displayed at the stations along the trail. It would be great to bring the children, there is playground equipment for them to enjoy if they don't walk with you. (In top photo - Senator Rich Alloway and Dr. Elizabeth George demonstrate station #5 and bottom photo - the Senator, Dr. George and CEO of DL Martin, Dan Martin at the ribbon cutting event!)
Take in the more outdoor beauty on the local school campuses which both have outdoor tracks available!
You can also use the Community Fitness Facilities at James Buchanan High School. The entrance gate is by the newly refurbished Tennis courts which are open to the public. The track is available for community walkers and joggers Monday through Friday 6AM to 8:30 AM and 5:30PM to 8PM; Saturday 6AM to 8PM.
Check the School website for schedules. www.tus.12k.pa.us
Kids can enjoy summer league sports - baseball and soccer. And parents can get in a brisk walk around the fields, track or fitness trail while their children practice.
Montgomery Township park, located along Shimpstown Road between Rt #75 and #416 is another good place to go for a walk; the Boy Scouts put in "Eagle Trail "and "Eagle Walk", there is a picnic table and playground equipment. Open dawn to dusk.seven days a week.
Enjoy the Fitness Trail at the LionsClub Park; you can just walk the trail or try the exercises that are displayed at the stations along the trail. It would be great to bring the children, there is playground equipment for them to enjoy if they don't walk with you. (In top photo - Senator Rich Alloway and Dr. Elizabeth George demonstrate station #5 and bottom photo - the Senator, Dr. George and CEO of DL Martin, Dan Martin at the ribbon cutting event!)
Take in the more outdoor beauty on the local school campuses which both have outdoor tracks available!
You can also use the Community Fitness Facilities at James Buchanan High School. The entrance gate is by the newly refurbished Tennis courts which are open to the public. The track is available for community walkers and joggers Monday through Friday 6AM to 8:30 AM and 5:30PM to 8PM; Saturday 6AM to 8PM.
Check the School website for schedules. www.tus.12k.pa.us
Kids can enjoy summer league sports - baseball and soccer. And parents can get in a brisk walk around the fields, track or fitness trail while their children practice.
Montgomery Township park, located along Shimpstown Road between Rt #75 and #416 is another good place to go for a walk; the Boy Scouts put in "Eagle Trail "and "Eagle Walk", there is a picnic table and playground equipment. Open dawn to dusk.seven days a week.
Tuscarora Ridge ~ This is an easy destination. Several roads cross Tuscarora Mountain's ridge. The Pennsylvania Turnpike actually goes through the mountain at the Tuscarora Tunnel. To get to the actual summit, Big Mountain, take Rt. 30 to the top of the mountain ridge, "Tuscarora Summit," and follow a dirt road north from there to the Big Mountain Lookout. This is the summit. There are a couple hiking trails to the summit, including the Tuscarora Trail. You can also follow the trail north to Cowan's Gap.
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Enjoy our Favorite Bike Rides ~ Our roads are beautiful and scenic, gently rolling and turning. Cars, bicycles, and walkers generally do well sharing the road, however, these are not official bike routes. Riders assume all risks. Please read the "Safety Tips for Cycling" and follow proper safety protocols when cycling |
Click on map for a larger view of fun walking routes in Mercersburg:
Amanda Snider made this map for folks to enjoy. "Each path has a different color, but I tried to make some combination options:"
red- 1.0 mile
blue- 1.0 mile
orange- 1.0 mile
green- 2 miles
blue-->red-->orange-->green-->orange: 5 miles
Amanda Snider made this map for folks to enjoy. "Each path has a different color, but I tried to make some combination options:"
red- 1.0 mile
blue- 1.0 mile
orange- 1.0 mile
green- 2 miles
blue-->red-->orange-->green-->orange: 5 miles
Explore
There are many Scenic Back Roads all around Mercersburg and in Montgomery and Peters township for cyclists, joggers and walkers enjoy. Ride or jog with safety in mind and "share the road".
Take a lovely walk in and around Mercersburg. Stop by Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce and pick up a map of Historic Mercersburg and enjoy a self-guided tour.
Discover
We all know the location of James Buchanan State Park, a stones throw from Mercersburg, 3 miles west on route 16. Another fine place to go walking; bring the children and enjoy the walking trail and stream.
About 15 miles south of Mercersburg is the C & O Canal trail. It is a serene place to walk or ride a bike, bring the family; even dogs on leashes are welcome. Open dawn to dusk. bikewashington.org/canal/
You can also enjoy local history, beautiful gardens and scenic walks or hikes at the Conococheague Institute.
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Cowans Gap, north of Mercersburg on Route 75 past Fort Loudon, is a great place for hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, playing, camping, laughing. Beautiful Tuscarora Trail passes through here. Also, there are a variety of summer programs; check the on line Calendar of Events at www.visit PAparks.com.
Cowans Gap, north of Mercersburg on Route 75 past Fort Loudon, is a great place for hiking, swimming, fishing, boating, playing, camping, laughing. Beautiful Tuscarora Trail passes through here. Also, there are a variety of summer programs; check the on line Calendar of Events at www.visit PAparks.com.
Tuscarora Wildlife Education Program (TWEP) - Take a walk through the beautiful grounds of TWEP with all native plantings that attract a variety of songbirds and other wildlife. Or join a summer camp to learn all about taking care of our environment. www.twep.org
MORE FITNESS FUN - a small fee:)
The Pool at James Buchanan High School completed major renovations and is beautiful.
Rec Swim: Mondays & Thursdays 7:00-9:00 P.M. Families & Fitness Swimmers Welcome!
Adults $4.00 Students (K-12) $2.00 Toddlers – Free
Adult Water Fitness Class: Tuesdays 7:00-9:00 P.M. $5.00 per class
Adult Swim: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 P.M. $4.00 per session
The weight room can be used from 6 to 8PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays for $4.00 per session or $35.00 for 10 sessions. Check the website for more information. www.tus.k12.pa.us
The Pool at James Buchanan High School completed major renovations and is beautiful.
Rec Swim: Mondays & Thursdays 7:00-9:00 P.M. Families & Fitness Swimmers Welcome!
Adults $4.00 Students (K-12) $2.00 Toddlers – Free
Adult Water Fitness Class: Tuesdays 7:00-9:00 P.M. $5.00 per class
Adult Swim: Wednesdays 7:00-9:00 P.M. $4.00 per session
The weight room can be used from 6 to 8PM on Tuesdays and Thursdays for $4.00 per session or $35.00 for 10 sessions. Check the website for more information. www.tus.k12.pa.us
For swimming and many other activities, the Chambersburg YMCA is available year round; for information call (717) 263-8508
Yoga Blend Classes have moved to Leidy's Woodworking
11427 Church Hill Road
Mercersburg
Gentle Yoga Level 1 ~Wednesdays 5pm-6pm
with Diane (717)328-3874 ~ For larger bodies, cancer survivors, and beginners.
Yoga Flow ~ Saturdays at 7:30 A.M.
with Sandy (717) 217-9377 ~ Promotes flexibility, strength, and life enjoyment!
Early Riser Yoga ~ Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays at 6:00 A.M. ~ For energetic early risers.
All classes $5.00 ~ Private lessons also available at $20/hour, yogamercersburg@gmail.com
11427 Church Hill Road
Mercersburg
Gentle Yoga Level 1 ~Wednesdays 5pm-6pm
with Diane (717)328-3874 ~ For larger bodies, cancer survivors, and beginners.
Yoga Flow ~ Saturdays at 7:30 A.M.
with Sandy (717) 217-9377 ~ Promotes flexibility, strength, and life enjoyment!
Early Riser Yoga ~ Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays at 6:00 A.M. ~ For energetic early risers.
All classes $5.00 ~ Private lessons also available at $20/hour, yogamercersburg@gmail.com
Block Party Fitness of Mercersburg has Zumba and Pound Classes with instructors Laura, Sharon and Dani! Located in Leidy's Woodworking at 11427 Church Hill Rd. (Side Entrance, Upper Level).
Class Schedule: Monday: Zumba 9:00am -10:00 am or 6:30pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday: Pound 5:30pm-6:15pm Wednesday: Zumba 9:00am - 10:00 am or 6:30pm - 7:30pm Thursday: Pound 6:30pm - 7:15pm Saturday: Zumba 9:00am -10:00 am |
Click above for the summer schedule or visit their Facebook page!
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Keystone Wellness, a community based fitness and wellness center, is located at 123 N. main St. in Mercersburg. Monthly rates are very reasonable - for details call 717-328-2121 or email keywell1-mburg@yahoo.com
Zoom down the slopes at Whitetail. Enjoy Skiing, Snowboarding and Tubing in the winter and Golfing, Hiking and Fishing in the summer! Major outdoor Fitness Fun!
And for summer fun, Whitetail also offers Kids Summer Adventure Camp.
Check out their website for more info.
The National Park Service has tips on getting outdoors! experienceyouramerica.pdf
