VU PHL + John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum is part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s National Wildlife Refuge System, a network of lands set aside for the benefit of native wildlife and plants.

Established in 1972 through local activism, the refuge protects habitat for the benefit of both people and wildlife. Visitors to the refuge may observe hundreds of species of plants, trees, birds, insects and mammals.

By assisting with park cleanup, you can help ensure that the center is enjoyed by generations to come!

What we will be doing on Saturday, July 11th 9:00am -12:00pm:

You’ll have the chance to help sustain the John Heinz Center by removing invasive plants throughout the park.

Notes ahead of the event!

• Volunteers should come prepared with clothing appropriate for the work: long breathable pants and shirts, and closed toed shoes
• After volunteering, we will go to a local bar/restaurant for a celebratory afterjawn!

Parking & Transportation

• Parking: The parking lot at the center fills quickly on the weekends. We encourage folks to carpool and park on Lindbergh Blvd if the regular lot is filled
• SEPTA Bus: Take Route 37 and 108 buses to 84th St. and Lindbergh Blvd. The Visitor Center is approximately 0.5 miles from the bus stop
• SEPTA Regional Rail: Take the Airport Line to Eastwick Station. The Visitor Center is approximately 1 mile from the train station.

A note about cancellations:

If your schedule changes and you can no longer make it, please email volunteeringuntappedphl@gmail.com ASAP to let us know. This way your spot can be given to someone else on the waitlist. THANK YOU!