BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ten Crucial Days - ECPv6.18.3.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ten Crucial Days X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tencrucialdays.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ten Crucial Days REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301 DTSTAMP:20251226T030552Z CREATED:20251205T030533Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251226T030552Z UID:10002431-1767225600-1772323199@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Site Closed for the Winter DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/site-closed-for-the-winter/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260101T120000 DTSTAMP:20251231T213645Z CREATED:20251119T222216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T213645Z UID:10002424-1767261600-1767268800@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:First Day Hike DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the New Year on a First Day Hike at Washington Crossing State Park. Meet at the Nature Center at 10 AM for a two-mile hike to kick off the year! No registration required. All ages welcome. URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/first-day-hike/ LOCATION:355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.296774;-74.866831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T093000 DTSTAMP:20250804T215436Z CREATED:20250514T215254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215436Z UID:10002192-1767429000-1767432600@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi by the Delaware DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes\, no mat required. \nMeet us on River Drive in Titusville\, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close to the restrooms). \nClasses are free but your $5 donation is deeply appreciated! URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/tai-chi-by-the-delaware-61/ LOCATION:Nelson House\, 2 River Dr\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.308153;-74.881762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nelson House 2 River Dr Titusville NJ United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 River Dr:geo:-74.881762,40.308153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T160000 DTSTAMP:20260103T032036Z CREATED:20251005T170905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T032036Z UID:10002403-1767430800-1767456000@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour DESCRIPTION:The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing\, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26\, 1776 through January 3\, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton\, Princeton and areas in-between. \nHistorical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local\, strategically important central New Jersey towns\, villages\, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker\, Presbyterian\, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. \nHear how the terrain\, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched\, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape\, while the course of human history hung in the balance. \nThe next public bus tours will be offered on December 13th and December 26th\, 2025 and January 3rd and January 16th 2026. Tours last from 9 AM to 4 PM. \nCost is $155 per person and includes bus fare\, boxed lunch\, and donations to Washington Crossing Historic Park\, The Washington Crossing Park Association in New Jersey\, The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. \n  \nJanuary 3 URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ten-crucial-days-bus-tour-3/ LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States CATEGORIES:History ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org GEO:40.2956543;-74.8718835 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road Washington Crossing PA 18977 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1112 River Road:geo:-74.8718835,40.2956543 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T210000 DTSTAMP:20250622T212353Z CREATED:20240109T225046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T212353Z UID:10001725-1767898800-1767906000@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:WCPA Board of Trustees Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/wcpa-board-of-trustees-meeting-36/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T093000 DTSTAMP:20250804T215438Z CREATED:20250514T215258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215438Z UID:10002193-1768033800-1768037400@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi by the Delaware DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes\, no mat required. \nMeet us on River Drive in Titusville\, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close to the restrooms). \nClasses are free but your $5 donation is deeply appreciated! URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/tai-chi-by-the-delaware-62/ LOCATION:Nelson House\, 2 River Dr\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.308153;-74.881762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nelson House 2 River Dr Titusville NJ United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 River Dr:geo:-74.881762,40.308153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T084500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T120000 DTSTAMP:20260109T220731Z CREATED:20251230T213604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T220731Z UID:10002446-1768034700-1768046400@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Trail Stewards Work Day DESCRIPTION:Clear trails with the Trail Stewards! Tools are provided\, although you’re encouraged to bring gloves or loppers if you like. Please dress in layers\, wear a hat\, work gloves\, work or hiking boots\, a long-sleeved shirt\, and long pants. We will work in the rain & snow\, but not in a downpour\, so consider rain gear! Please also bring plenty of water and a snack. \nIf you’ve never volunteered with us before\, please arrive at 8:30 at the Nature Center to fill out Volunteer Application Forms. Anyone who volunteers for two sessions will receive one of our AWESOME t-shirts! The Stewards meet for lunch afterwards\, courtesy of the WCPA. URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/trail-stewards-work-day-43/ LOCATION:355 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.296774;-74.866831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260111T120000 DTSTAMP:20260110T221946Z CREATED:20251223T205221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T221946Z UID:10002439-1768129200-1768132800@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Ducks on the Delaware DESCRIPTION:Washington wasn’t the only brave soul to cross the Delaware River! Join the park naturalist at the Nelson House to learn all about the waterfowl that vacation in New Jersey during the winter months. Please bring binoculars or a camera if you have them\, to view ducks in the river. Binoculars are available on a first come\, first serve basis. \nThis outing will involve standing and walking down inclines at times\, for about an hour. This is a free program. All ages welcome. URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ducks-on-the-delaware/ LOCATION:United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260116T160000 DTSTAMP:20260116T035054Z CREATED:20251018T195504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T035054Z UID:10002408-1768554000-1768579200@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour DESCRIPTION:The Traversing the Ten Crucial Days Bus Tour begins and ends at Washington Crossing\, PA. Guests spend the day retracing the December 25 crossing of the Delaware and the December 26\, 1776 through January 3\, 1777 American and British military engagements at Trenton\, Princeton and areas in-between. \nHistorical interpreters Roger Williams and Larry Kidder will tell the remarkable story of these ten days that breathed crucial new life into the apparently expiring American Revolution. The events are discussed in the context of the local\, strategically important central New Jersey towns\, villages\, and farms. These locales were occupied by people of diverse backgrounds; with varying religious practices such as Quaker\, Presbyterian\, and Anglican; and with complex views on loyalty to the Revolution or the King. \nHear how the terrain\, weaponry and weather influenced the ways the battles were fought and how the lives of the local people were disrupted by them. See where armies marched\, fought and struggled to survive on an otherwise peaceful landscape\, while the course of human history hung in the balance. \nThe next public bus tours will be offered on December 13th and December 26th\, 2025 and January 3rd and January 16th 2026. Tours last from 9 AM to 4 PM. \nCost is $155 per person and includes bus fare\, boxed lunch\, and donations to Washington Crossing Historic Park\, The Washington Crossing Park Association in New Jersey\, The Old Barracks Museum in Trenton and the Princeton Battlefield Society. \n  \nJanuary 16 URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/ten-crucial-days-bus-tour-4/ LOCATION:Washington Crossing Historic Park\, 1112 River Road\, Washington Crossing\, PA\, 18977\, United States CATEGORIES:History ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of Washington Crossing Park":MAILTO:info@washingtoncrossingpark.org GEO:40.2956543;-74.8718835 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Washington Crossing Historic Park 1112 River Road Washington Crossing PA 18977 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1112 River Road:geo:-74.8718835,40.2956543 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T093000 DTSTAMP:20250804T215440Z CREATED:20250514T215300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215440Z UID:10002194-1768638600-1768642200@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi by the Delaware DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes\, no mat required. \nMeet us on River Drive in Titusville\, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close to the restrooms). \nClasses are free but your $5 donation is deeply appreciated! URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/tai-chi-by-the-delaware-63/ LOCATION:Nelson House\, 2 River Dr\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.308153;-74.881762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nelson House 2 River Dr Titusville NJ United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 River Dr:geo:-74.881762,40.308153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T110000 DTSTAMP:20260116T222100Z CREATED:20251223T185115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T222100Z UID:10002438-1768644000-1768647600@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Continental Lane Hike DESCRIPTION:Join park staff on a 2-mile hike along the park’s Continental Lane trail. This hike will follow one of the supposed paths of Washington and his troops after disembarking from the banks of the Delaware River on Christmas night 1776. Enjoy the natural aspect of the trail as well as hear the history of Washington’s historic crossing. Please dress for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. Bring binoculars or a camera if you have them. Binoculars are available on a first come\, first serve basis. This is a free program. All ages welcome. URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/continental-lane-hike/ LOCATION:495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States CATEGORIES:History GEO:40.296774;-74.866831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T153000 DTSTAMP:20260117T222043Z CREATED:20251027T232420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T222043Z UID:10002412-1768741200-1768750200@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Cross-Country Ski and & Snowshoe Workshop with Hiking (Snow or No Snow!) DESCRIPTION:A 90 minute lecture and demonstration on both Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing\, with instruction or hiking outside to follow. \nThis workshop is a 90 minute lecture and demonstration on both Snowshoeing and Cross Country Skiing from 1:00pm-2:30pm INSIDE the Washington Crossing State Park Nature Center\, followed by an hour on snow instruction OUTSIDE. Hiking maps are available. Learn about the different types of equipment\, what to look for in selecting your first pair\, how to dress\, basic seven skills\, your first day on skis/snowshoes\, and where to go. Handouts are provided and restrooms are available. Participants must provide their own equipment\, only if SNOW. \nRentals of both skis and snowshoes are available at Big Bear Gear on Rt. 29\, 1874 River Road Lambertville\, NJ (609) 460-4784. www.bigbeargearnj.com. \nWorkshop co-instructed by Daniel McAuliffe\, PSIA\, Langhorne\, PA and Kevin Kavanaugh\, State Park Staff. URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/cross-country-ski-and-snowshoe-workshop-with-hiking-snow-or-no-snow/ LOCATION:442 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.296774;-74.866831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T120000 DTSTAMP:20260118T222049Z CREATED:20251223T205221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T222049Z UID:10002440-1768813200-1768824000@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Volunteer Day at WCSP DESCRIPTION:Washington Crossing State Park will be a premier destination over the next year. Volunteers are needed Monday\, January 19th starting at 9 AM to help park staff and the Washington Crossing Park Association ready the park for a busy year of events and visitors from across the world. Volunteer options include \n\n\nTrash clean up along the Delaware River \n\n\nTrail Steward Workgroup \n\n\nBluebird Box Management URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/volunteer-day-at-wcsp/ LOCATION:495 Washington Crossing Pennington Rd\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.296774;-74.866831 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000 DTSTAMP:20260122T040536Z CREATED:20251222T022324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T040536Z UID:10002437-1769103000-1769106600@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Book Club DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club invites history enthusiasts to explore the American Revolution through engaging discussion and carefully selected readings. Led by the park’s Museum Curator\, Kimberly McCarty\, the club meets virtually via Zoom and focuses on books that shed new light on the Revolutionary era\, with special emphasis on the events surrounding the Delaware River crossing and the 1776 campaign. Free and open to all\, meetings typically take place on the third Monday of each month but may be moved depending on other events or the Park curator’s requirements\, and provide an opportunity to connect with fellow readers while deepening your understanding of this pivotal period in American history.\n\nKick off 2026 with the Washington Crossing Historic Park Book Club as we read and discuss Michael D. Hattem’s The Memory of ’76. This thought-provoking work examines how Americans have remembered and interpreted the Revolution over time\, challenging familiar narratives and encouraging fresh perspectives. During this virtual Zoom meeting\, participants will discuss the Introduction – Chapter 5 with guidance from the park’s curator and fellow readers. The program is free to attend\, participants are responsible for obtaining their own copy of the book. Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.\n\nSign up Here URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/book-club-11/ CATEGORIES:Book Club,History END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T093000 DTSTAMP:20250804T215443Z CREATED:20250514T215302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215443Z UID:10002195-1769243400-1769247000@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi by the Delaware DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes\, no mat required. \nMeet us on River Drive in Titusville\, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close to the restrooms). \nClasses are free but your $5 donation is deeply appreciated! URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/tai-chi-by-the-delaware-64/ LOCATION:Nelson House\, 2 River Dr\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.308153;-74.881762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nelson House 2 River Dr Titusville NJ United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 River Dr:geo:-74.881762,40.308153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T093000 DTSTAMP:20250804T215445Z CREATED:20250514T215305Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T215445Z UID:10002196-1769848200-1769851800@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Tai Chi by the Delaware DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi with our steadfast volunteers and beloved teachers Lisa and Robert! They lead classes by the Delaware River for all levels on Saturday mornings from 8:30 to 9:30 am. Wear comfy clothes\, no mat required. \nMeet us on River Drive in Titusville\, in front of the second parking lot near the Nelson House (and close to the restrooms). \nClasses are free but your $5 donation is deeply appreciated! URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/tai-chi-by-the-delaware-65/ LOCATION:Nelson House\, 2 River Dr\, Titusville\, NJ\, United States GEO:40.308153;-74.881762 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Nelson House 2 River Dr Titusville NJ United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2 River Dr:geo:-74.881762,40.308153 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T110000 DTSTAMP:20260130T225147Z CREATED:20251223T205221Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T225147Z UID:10002441-1769853600-1769857200@tencrucialdays.org SUMMARY:Winter Wildlife Walk DESCRIPTION:Hike with the park naturalist and enjoy the species of wildlife that call the park home during the winter. Learn how animals survive the winter months and get outside! Meet at the Nature Center. Dress accordingly for the weather and be prepared to walk close to 2-miles. No registration is required. All ages welcome. This is a free program. URL:https://tencrucialdays.org/event/winter-wildlife-walk/ LOCATION:United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR