

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 2026 Rocksylvania Appalachian Trail Kickoff
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 03:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Spring is calling and that means one thing: Rocksylvania is back! The Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club, in partnership with Hawk Mountain Sanctuary, is proud to host the Second Annual Rocksylvania Pennsylvania Appalachian Trail Kickoff at the Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Education building on 1518 Hawk Mountain Road, Kempton, PA. This is more than an event: it's the official start of the Appalachian Trail season right here in Pennsylvania and further positions our club as not just caretakers but true leaders and innovators in the Appalachian Trail Community. 
We're building an interactive, hands-on experience designed by hikers for all level of hikers, from beginners to prospective thru hikers:
Planning Your Hike
PA &amp; AT maps and guidebooks
Information from regional hiking clubs
Section and thru-hike planning resources
Trail Safety &amp; Preparedness
Gear layouts &amp; pack shakedowns
Rocksylvania-specific backpacking tips
Leave No Trace training woven throughout the day
Trail for All
Inclusive access and adaptive hiking resources
Veteran outreach
Physical readiness &amp; mental wellness on the trail
Conservation &amp; Support Services
Hawk Mountain's conservation leadership
Hostels, shuttle info &amp; long-distance logistics
AT hiker registration &amp; hang tags
Plus, connect with experienced volunteers, enjoy our classic bake sale &amp; soda station, and strengthen the fellowship that makes BMECC special.
This event is about meeting people where they are on their hiking journey, whether they're brand new to the trail or seasoned backpackers. It's also about strengthening the sense of community and shared responsibility that keeps our trails healthy and welcoming for everyone.
This event Is free and open to the public.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kempton/2026-rocksylvania-appalachian-trail-kickoff/200029684098012
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, trekking, workshops, meetups, health-wellness
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 154

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029684098012?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=kempton-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Kempton
- **state**: PA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton, PA 19529, United States
- **lat**: 40.63192
- **long**: -75.9312
- **full address**: Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton, PA 19529, United States

## Event Organizer details

- **affiliate_id**: 2
- **organizer**: Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club (https://allevents.in/org/blue-mountain-eagle-climbing-club/13912325)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 am (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Hawk Mountain Rd, Kempton, PA 19529, United States
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Blue Mountain Eagle Climbing Club
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, trekking, workshops, meetups, health-wellness
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about 2026 Rocksylvania Appalachian Trail Kickoff ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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