Grasp a breath of fresh air

by Tanya McCausland staff writer

With summer just around the comer it is'tirne to get out, enjoy the weather and begin to get in shape for summer. There are many recreational activities being sponsored around the area that are fun outdoor activities that can be enjoyed by all. So get a group of friends together, go on a walk or hike to release some school stress and get in shape. Here are a few of the local outdoor events to get you started on your journey.

Dynamic Diversions

This is an organization that sponsors events such as hiking, rock-climbing, sailing, horseback ridipg amongst many other outdoor activities. People can register online at www.dynamicdiversions.com for a mere $5 fee per year. Their next few planned events include a full moon hike on April 27, whitewater rafting May 3-5 and waterfall hiking on May 18. For more information call 215-849-9944.

Orienteering

A Delaware Valley assoc1at10n holds weekly events for various skill levels and ages at park sites throughout the area with detailed maps to navigate. Events usually take place on Saturdays and Sundays between 10 a.m. and 1

Men's Lacrosse

p.m. The cost is $5 per event to cover the cost of maps and use of •forest space. May 4 is National Orienteering Day which is a good way to experience this sport for the first time. Newcomers instruction will be held for all events and there is no need to sign up. Everyone is welcome. For more information call 610-7920502 or go to their website at www.dvoc.us.orienteering.org.

Walk for Earth

A SK walk/run is being sponsored by the Blue Bell Rotary Club to raise money for future service, including earth day events. It will be held on April 27 at Wentz Run Park in Blue Bell

Registration is from 8-9:45 a.m. and the event will begin at 10 a.m. There is a fee of $20 for adults and $ l 4 for children 13 and under.

Refreshments, bagels and fruit are provided and it will take place rain or shine. All should meet at the Whitpan Township administrative building, 960 Wentz Rd. For more information call Patti at 215-63171 J I.

Natural Discovery Walk

Join a naturalist from the Bucks County Audubon Society as you walk to scenic trails of Honey Hollow. Everyone of all ages is invited to enjoy nature and check out the wildlife. The walk will begin at 10 a.m. on April, 27 and

The men's lacrosse team had an excellent week from start to finish. Playing in two games this week, the men came out victorious with dynamic wins over Montclair State University and DeSalles University. Cabrini dominated Montclai 0-3 on April 16. Fo days later on A score of 11-5.

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The women's I ing three games, g y women visited Rosemont College on April 16 and defeated them 28-13. Following that away victory, the team went to Vtlla Julie College and defeated their team with a score of 19-8 on April 20. Returning home, however, the team lost to the College of New Jersey 19-7 on April 22.

go until 11 a.m. Each Saturday will cover a different topic. The walk is free and no pre-registra: tion is required. For more information call 215-297-5880 or go to Bucks County Audubon Societies website at www.bcas.org.

Devon Horse Show

The $75,000 Devon Grand Prix is on Thursday, May 30. The finest grand prix jumpers will be competeing for their share of $75.000. The event will be held in the evening after the breeding classes. Admission for the even is $28 for reserved seats in the grandstand area. Entrance to the grounds is about $10 for adults. There is seating around the perimeter of the show ring for the general admission spectators.

Men's Tennis

The men's tennis team were involved with several close contests this past week, but suffered three losses. On April 16, the team visited Arcadia University and fell short in eir match their team, losin April 19, elphia e better on the· overall standing nal on April 16, he team went to the team place

Cabrini won with a single run, making the score 1-0. On April 18, the team defeated Immaculata in another doubleheader. In the first game, the team won 5-0. The team kept up its momentum with a dynamic score of 13-1.

The softball team had an excellent week, playing two double-headers and coming out victorious in each instance. At the first double header on April l 6, the team defeated Misericordia. In gan:ie one, the team defeated Misericordia with a score of 4-1. In the following game, information compiled by Ryan Mulloy a&e editor