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The RVCA is pleased to present its new Active • Outdoor • Living Series — a number of special programs featuring great opportunities to get active, outside and take full advantage of what Mother Nature has to offer. And best of all, the RVCA has just the spot for you to get active — your local conservation area!

Check out our 2013 Winter Active • Outdoor • Living Series:

• Winter Adventurers Day Camps
• Family Snowshoeing Adventures
• Conquer Foley Mountain This Winter
• Blaze Baxter This Winter

Did you know one trip to a conservation area is equal to a visit to:

• an oxygen bar
• massage therapist
• detox program
• personal trainer
• stress management counselor
• aromatherapist
• and a naturopath....

All with the added benefit of healthy does of vitamin D, minerals and without any side effects, high costs, overdoses, waiting times or adverse reactions.

Join the latest fitness trend....one that’s actually good for you! Visit your local conservation area today (click here).

Click here to learn more about the benefits of outdoor exercise.

Fill up those PA days with winter fun!

Full-day programs are available throughout the winter at Baxter and Foley Mountain. Programs are geared for kids aged six to 12 and are hosted by our knowledgeable RVCA interpreters.

Learn how to showshoe, put up a shelter, build campfires and cook outdoors! The fun will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The cost is $40/child and $35 for additional children in the same family. Each session can accommodate up to 20 children. Pre-Registration is required.

• Baxter January 18, 2013 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Foley Mountain January 30, 2013 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Baxter February 15, 2013 — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hit the trails with a family adventure!

What a great opportunity to “test drive” snowshoeing for people of all ages. Get outside, enjoy the beautiful winter landscape and learn a great new skill — learn how to dress for winter and explore the winter woods.

Cost is $15/adult, $10/child (aged 16 and under) which includes snowshow rental. An economical family rate of $40 is available for up
to five related people.

The trails are waiting, sign up now! Pre-Registration is required.

• Baxter Sunday, February 3, 2013 — 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
• Foley Mountain Saturday, February 9, 2013 — 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Looking for a fun way to get out and get active — Join us for FOUR active, outdoor program sessions at Foley Mountain and Baxter.

Along with snowshoeing, various wintery topics will be explored including: how to dress and prepare for outdoor winter activities, winter safety, orienteering, and basic GPS skills.

We’re offering a special introductory rate of $60/person.

• February 7, 2013 through February 28, 2013 — Foley Mountain every Thursday from from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
  

• February 5, 2013 through February 26, 2013 — Baxter every Tuesday from from 10 to 11:30 a.m.