Gather at The Watershed Institute for a hike, nature activities, and a picnic lunch!Calling all nature lovers, hiking enthusiasts, and wildlife aficionados! Join us for a morning of hiking, shelter building (no prior experience required!), and learning about local wildlife at The Watershed Institute, a 950-acre nature preserve in neighboring Hopewell.The Watershed Institute has a beautiful LEED-platinum-certified nature center, a charming butterfly house, and miles of hiking trails. It also hosts one of the most popular summer camps in the area (selling out registration within a matter of minutes)! A picnic lunch will be served. Please wear sturdy shoes and

On Saturday, May 11 the Schuylkill Center for Environmental Educator is opening the greenhouse so you can browse through their native plant collection. While their plant sale is typically online, this event gives visitors the chance to shop for Mother’s Day gifts with advice from native plant experts.

Spend a lovely morning on Share's Nice Roots Farm with your fellow School Food Directors!Here's what to expect at our School Food Directors open house:Welcome by Share Food Program Executive Director George MatysikAn introduction to Nice Roots Farm, our quarter-acre urban farm that grows nearly 5,000 pounds of organic produce a yearMeet & greet with Share and Nice Roots staffRefreshments, music and games!Group tour of the Share Food Program warehouse

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects! No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed information and the specific meeting location will be sent by email

This day is for you. An opportunity to experience different avenues of mindfulness including: Forest Bathing, Yoga & a Mala Bead workshop.Welcome to Veteran and Caregiver Mindfulness Day! This event is a special day dedicated to our veterans and their caregivers to unwind and relax. Join us at Stenton for a day filled with mindfulness activities, meditation sessions, and peaceful nature walks. Take this opportunity to connect with fellow veterans and caregivers, share experiences, and learn valuable mindfulness techniques to incorporate into your daily life. Don't miss out on this chance to prioritize your well-being and mental health. Reserve your

Step back in time and uncover The Untold History: A Walking Tour led by 1838 Black Metropolis. Discover the vibrant history of Philadelphia's Free Black population in 1838, a thriving city-within-a-city crucial to the Underground Railroad. Back by popular demand, this tour unveils the latest findings from the 1838 Black Metropolis research project, shedding light on the Freedom Seeker's perspective and newly discovered Underground Railroad sites. Join us as we walk through the footsteps of history, exploring the untold stories of famous local conductors and figures like Harriet Jacobs, Reverend Richard Allen, Henrietta Duterte, and more. Lace up your sneakers,

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects! No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with you. Detailed information and the specific meeting location will be sent by email

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join long-time steward of the Wissahickon and the FOW Volunteer of the Year (2019), David Bower, on a variety of stewardship projects on Wednesday mornings! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. David’s many years of experience in the Wissahickon means you’ll learn a lot about the valley while also making a positive impact on it. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction

Location TBD Would you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us on Thursdays mornings for a variety of stewardship projects! Locations and tasks will vary week to week, and may include trash clean-ups, trail improvements, invasive plant removal, graffiti removal, and general park beautification. No experience is needed. We provide gloves, tools and instruction – you just need to show up! Volunteer service Days are excellent, easy ways to help us take care of Wissahickon Valley Park. Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants, and bring a water bottle with