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The Wissahickon in August with Debbie Hoellein, Jim McClory, and Lisa Keiner

August 15 @ 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Meeting at the parking lot across from Walnut Lane Golf Club
There is parking in the lot on Magdalena Street, across from the Walnut Lane Golf Club clubhouse.
There is a bathroom at the beginning and end of the hike.
Join Debbie, Jim, and Lisa as we hike the Wissahickon in August. Our hike will take us on both sides of the Wissahickon Creek and over two bridges! We’ll see what some of our favorite plants look like in mid-summer and hope to see the new purple and white flowers of Beach-drops. Toleration Statue is on our route, along with some other points of historical interest.
Children 12 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult, but please, no dogs except for service animals.
Distance: 4-4.5 miles
Level: Difficult (many inclines and declines, uneven surfaces)
Registration is required for all hikes 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. Visit www.fow.org for updates.
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