Summer Solstice in the Wissahickon

Meeting at Houston Playground (900 Grakyn Lane)
Celebrate the Summer Solstice in the Wissahickon!
Join Trail Ambassadors Melinda Spink and Melvin Chappell for a guided hike through Houston Meadow, as we welcome the turning of the seasons from spring to summer. The summer solstice officially arrives the day before our hike, so we will celebrate the first full day of summer. We’ll walk the trails, enjoying the signs of summer—longer, warmer days and the full green canopy of leaves in the park. Along the way, we’ll share fascinating facts and lore about the solstice. Come celebrate nature’s balance and the beauty of the change in seasons.
Distance: 2.5 miles
Difficulty Level: Moderate (some inclines and declines, uneven surfaces)
Audience: All Ages
Parking and Transit: There is usually plenty of street parking on Sequoia Road and Grakyn Lane, and you can find additional parking on the surrounding neighborhood streets. Bus 62 (9th-Market to Andorra) stops right next to the playground on Wissahickon Avenue and Grakyn Lane. See map for details.
Restrooms: There will not be restroom access during our hike.
Registration is required for all events so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. Unless otherwise specified, Trail Ambassador Walks may be on rocky, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks. Walks are cancelled in heavy rain or icy conditions. Service animals are always welcome. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.
Cover Photo: Daniel Kalamarides
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