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TTF Spring BioBlitz 2023

Join TTF Watershed Partnership for a week-long BioBlitz within the TTF Watershed in Philadelphia and Montgomery County! Starting on Saturday, April 22, volunteers can use the free iNaturalist smartphone app to document wildlife observations across the TTF Watershed and add them to our growing TTF project page: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/tookany-tacony-frankford-watershed-wildlife Participate from anywhere in the watershed on your own using the app. The BioBlitz will end on Monday, May 1 when we’ll see how many species we were all able to spot and identify. You can view the progress of the BioBlitz here: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/spring-2023-bioblitz-tookany-tacony-frankford-watershed-partnership What’s a BioBlitz? Learn more here! https://www.google.com/url?q=http://ttfwatershed.org/2018/07/10/our-bioblitz-adventure&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1680544053290352&usg=AOvVaw2Paz9NmRe1ZKki1LYfkCZc

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Birds of a Feather

Whitaker Ave and Loudon St, Philadelphia PA 19120, Whitaker Ave and Loudon St, Philadelphia, PA, 19120, United States

Join us for our second FREE “Birds of a Feather” to Celebrate Trails and Earth Day! Talented artists from our community will live paint along the Tacony Creek Park trail, which is part of the Circuit Trails network. We will provide hands-on nature and water activities for people of ALL ages, as well as some cool giveaways thanks to our sponsors. Watch as V.U.R.T Creative refreshes the four beautiful bird murals. Let’s unite as a community and spread awareness of the beautiful park, trail, and creek that’s right in our own backyard. Register Here to volunteer or participate as an

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Excellence in GSI Awards

Independence Seaport Museum 211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Excellence in GSI Award is the region’s only award ceremony recognizing the projects and people that bring the triple bottom line (environmental, social, and economic) benefits of green stormwater infrastructure to life. The ceremony also celebrates all of the project partners that make them possible. Join us on Thursday, April 27th, along with the region’s industry professionals, developers and property owners, government and non-profit institutions, and academics to acknowledge and celebrate the region’s excellence in green stormwater infrastructure. Awards will be given to projects in the following categories: Public Projects, Private Projects, and Innovation. Featured speakers to be announced.

$75 – $150

Spring Foraging & Bioblitz Walk

Join us in Tacony Creek Park for an edible plants and Bioblitz walk! What’s a BioBlitz? Learn more here! http://ttfwatershed.org/2018/07/10/our-bioblitz-adventure During this walk, we’ll identify common plants, the parts that are edible, and look-alike plants that aren’t edible. Learn how the foraged plants are harvested and the ways people use and eat them. For the Bioblitz, we will use the free iNaturalist smartphone app to document wildlife observations and add them to our growing TTF project page: https://www.inaturalist.org/projects/tookany-tacony-frankford-watershed-biological-survey Register Here: https://forms.gle/w4ezfqNkALkLUfjKA *Español* ¡Reúnese con nosotros en Tacony Creek Park para un paseo de plantas comestibles y un Bioblitz! ¿Qué es

Free

Writing to the River (BIPOC only)

Online

In this interactive workshop, participants will read written works by authors including Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Alice Oswald, and Toni Morrison which reflect on the theme of rivers. We will discuss the symbolic and ecological role that rivers play in our lives and our environments, and create personal maps and “love letters” to the rivers and waterways that are important to us. This event is specifically for people who identify as Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). If you do not identify as BIPOC, please attend the second installment of this workshop open to the general public.

Free

Writing to the River

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19128, United States

In this interactive workshop led by LandLab artist-in-residence Bitter Kalli, participants will read written works by authors including Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Alice Oswald, and Toni Morrison which reflect on the theme of rivers. We will discuss the symbolic and ecological role that rivers play in our lives and our environments, and create personal maps and “love letters” to the rivers and waterways that are important to us.

Free

Curious Histories Fest: A Taste of Water

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

For Families Saturday, June 10, 2023 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19106 United States Curious Histories Fest is an annual celebration of science, history, exploration, and experimentation. Detail of “Read How to Get Soft Water Right Out of Your Faucet!” Advertisement for Dow Chemical Company, July 11, 1953. Science History Institute The day will feature free hands-on activities and family-friendly fun, as well as exciting talks, tours, and highlights from our special collections. Visit our museum; talk to curators and experts; take part in performances, story times, and special events; and immerse yourself in

Natural Dyeing with Riverside Plants

Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19128, United States

In this workshop with LandLab artist-in-residence Bitter Kalli, participants will learn about spring and summer plants found along the Schuylkill River that can be used to create natural dyes. Participants will learn the fundamentals of natural dyeing and will then naturally dye their own fabric. Participants are invited to bring their own items of clothing or fabric to dye, but this is not required; we will provide dye materials and fabric. This event is open to the general public; registration is required as space is limited to 10 participants.

$10

TTF Watershed Partnership: 2023 Photo Contest

Details & Rules TTF and the Olney Culture Lab are happy to announce our third biannual photo contest, made possible by the Philadelphia Water Department, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, The Circuit Trails, and the William Penn Foundation. For the second time, we’ve expanded the eligible coverage area to the whole TTF Watershed. We welcome your creativity and point of view on our watershed! Five photo entries are allowed per person; however, any individual is eligible for only one winning entry. Who Can Enter: Professional and enthusiast photographers of all ages are encouraged to participate! Current and former TTF staff are

THE WISSAHICKON WATERSHED THEN & NOW WITH STAN KOZAKOWSKI, DEBBIE HOELLEIN, AND JIM MCCLORY

Meet at Johnson Street and Lincoln Drive Join Debbie, Jim, & Stan as they explore the Monoshone Creek, one of the critical tributaries of the Wissahickon Creek. This tributary played a vital role in the economic and political history of Philadelphia but also was part of the dangerous pollution of the city’s drinking water. From the lessons of the past, learn how your daily activities can both harm and protect our precious natural resources. We will be joined by local historian, David Bower at Historic Rittenhouse Town, to learn more about the rich history of this historic gem and how

Event Series “Disney’s Finding Nemo, Jr.” presented by Upper Darby Summer Stage

Pockets of Light: A New Interactive Public Arts Installation along the Delaware River Waterfront

Delaware River Waterfront Philadelphia, PA, United States

In order to grow, we all need a little light. The Delaware River Waterfront Trail provides just that—for both people and nature. Through a series of hand- and machine-sewn artworks, artist Julie “Juicebox” Woodard transforms post-consumer waste into depictions of the Delaware River and native plants found along the waterfront. "Wayfinding waterscapes" found on the Delaware pathway guide you to installations at four public piers accompanied by site-specific interactives created by experience designer Eric the Puzzler. Through eye-catching artwork, unique puzzles, local natural history, and participation prizes, the creators aim to enhance the nurturing effects of the waterfront and encourage

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Mussel Maniacs

The Discovery Center 3401 Reservoir Drive, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join us for our monthly freshwater mussel measuring event at the Discovery Center on July 29, 2023! This community science program helps our freshwater mussel propagation program and brings us a step closer to cleaner water for birds and for ourselves. For more information, contact Bria Wimberly at [email protected] or Stacey Heffernan at [email protected].

Over, Under, Around and Through the Wissahickon Watershed with Lisa Donahue and Jon McCabe

Mt. Airy Avenue trailhead, W. Mt Airy Avenue and Mt. AIry TErrace, Philadelphia, PA, 19119, United States

Mt Airy Ave Trailhead An exciting hike through some of the most interesting and historically significant areas of the park. We will visit the wildlife at the frog pond, discuss industrial history at Glen Fern, visit the unique habitat for snakes and other wildlife, and cross the stunning Fingerspan bridge. Along the way, hikers will learn about the park’s crucial role as a watershed, and how the size, shape, and vegetation of the surrounding land directly impacts the amount of water flowing into the creek. We will discuss challenges such as land erosion damage, pollutants, and the complicated relationship with

The Wissahickon as a Watershed, then & now, with Stan Kozakowski, Debbie Hoellein, and Jim McClory

Meet at Johnson Street and Lincoln Drive Join Debbie, Jim, & Stan as they explore the Monoshone Creek, one of the critical tributaries of the Wissahickon Creek. This tributary played a vital role in the economic and political history of Philadelphia but also was part of the dangerous pollution of the city’s drinking water. From the lessons of the past, learn how your daily activities can both harm and protect our precious natural resources. We will be joined by local historian, David Bower at Historic Rittenhouse Town, to learn more about the rich history of this historic gem and how

Delaware River Festival

Penn's Landing and Wiggins Park 211 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, United States

This annual event brings people together to celebrate the beautiful Delaware River and features a day of family-friendly fun, educational activities, and water-centered learning at the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts. The Delaware River Festival offers something for the whole family: entry to the Independence Seaport Museum building, ferry rides on the RiverLink Ferry, pedal boat rides at Paddle Penn's Landing, environmental activities, face painting, a scavenger hunt, crafts, and so much more! For more information visit: https://www.delawareriverfest.org/

Free

Free River Cruise on the Delaware to raise awareness on water quality

Independence Seaport Museum 211 South Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join the Environmental Citywide Coalition of Philly (ECCO Philly), Upstream Alliance, and the Riverways Collaboration on October 4th 5:00-7:30 for a cruise on a 50-person boat on the Delaware River! Meet at the dock in front of the Independence Seaport Museum by 5:00. We will discuss current water quality issues and efforts in Philadelphia and Camden, and our growing, community-led coalition to advance environmental work in Philly, while taking in the beautiful sights of our urban river! Registration is requested, at https://forms.gle/3NyynNCjm3zbtuV69. There are approximately 20 spots left for this fun evening with fellow environmental advocates, nonprofit leaders, neighbors, and

Global Water Alliance 16th Annual Conference: Advancing WaSH Goals in a Changing World Through Innovation and Resilience

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The challenges of climate change and resource shortages require innovative approaches to advance resiliency and mitigation in WaSH (water, sanitation, and hygiene). This 1-day conference will address the urgent need for new technologies and new data analytics in water management throughout the world in order to adapt to the future realities of more extreme weather patterns and events, sea-level rising, glacier melting and drought. Innovative thinking is needed. Successful implementation of new and modern (water) management tools will be highlighted; innovative approaches for community involvement and commercial buy-in will be debated; and practical solutions as brokered by governing bodies, market

The Wissahickon as a Watershed: The Anatomy of a Vital Waterway with Stan Kozakowski, Debbie Hoellein & Jim McClory

Northwestern Avenue Kiosk

Northwestern Avenue Kiosk Join Debbie, Jim, and Stan on a 2 1/2 mile exploration of the anatomy of one of the Philadelphia Region’s vital waterways. We will see why the flow of the Wissahickon is unlike almost all other waterways in the Northeastern US; understand the different parts of a stream or river, including where different insects and fish might be found and why; and what you can do to help conserve this regional treasure. And we will even show you where people bring their love letters to the Wissahickon. Participants are welcome to bring letters, poems, pictures, and other

Hybrid Valley Talk: Climate Change in our Watersheds with Marc Peipoch

Valley Green Inn 701 Valley Green Ct, Philadelphia, PA, United States

In-person event hosted at the Valley Green Inn River watersheds, like the Wissahickon, are particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change. Join FOW and Marc Peipoch as he discusses the implications of climate change on our watershed and what we can do in the meantime. Streams and rivers drain the land we inhabit and collect everything that occurs on it, including the developing impacts of climate change. Change is a natural feature of river ecosystems, but global warming is accelerating these changes and aquatic communities may not be able to keep up with this new pace. What can we

Achieving Climate Resilience Through Water Symposium

Science History Institute 315 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

The Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia (SBN) is pleased to announce the sessions being presented at the Achieving Climate Resilience Through Water Symposium on March 20! Please see below for session titles, leads, and a brief summary of the content that will be presented at the symposium. Full descriptions will be provided to registrants in advance of the event. Attendees will have three tracks with twelve sessions in total to choose from being led by content experts, leaders in their fields, and government officials about a range of topics from inter-municipal collaboration and stormwater utilities to innovative technologies and

Riverfront North Partnership Fish Fest 2024

Frankford Boat Launch Frankford Boat Laucnh, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Riverfront North Partnership invites the community to a fun afternoon of all things fish (and all things FREE) at the Frankford Boat Launch on Saturday, June 1st from 3-6pm. We’ll teach you to fish with all equipment provided, do fish prints, and other nature based fun activities. Also enjoy biking and a native plant sale!

Free
Event Series Summer Yoga Series with Dragonfly Yoga

TrailOff Story Walk on the Delaware South Trail: Appear to Me

Delaware River Trail

Local theater and game-making company Swim Pony will lead a FREE guided community walk of their TrailOff immersive audio story Appear to Me by author Eppchez Yo-Sí Yes. TrailOff is a groundbreaking app created by Swim Pony in partnership with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council and the Circuit Trails Network that transforms nature trails into stories that one can walk into, through the visions of incredible local BIPOC and LGBTQ+ authors. It uses the magic of GPS-triggered audio technology to create an experience that is personalized to the user. TrailOff is completely free to download and available on iPhone and Android.

Free

WALK THE CITY’S EDGE: CHERRY STREET PIER TOWARDS GRAFFITI PIER

Cherry Street Pier 121 North Christopher Columbus Boulevard, Studio 16, 2nd floor, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Join artist & Walk Around Philadelphia organizer JJ Tiziou to walk a short segment of the city’s perimeter from Cherry Street Pier past Penn Treaty Park and towards Graffiti Pier. This is a 2-3 hour / 5-6 mile out & back experience and will proceed in any weather. After the walk we can continue the conversation at Cherry Street Pier’s beer garden if you’d like! Learn more & RSVP at http://www.WalkAroundPhiladelphia.org

Free
Event Series Summer Yoga Series with Dragonfly Yoga

Juneteenth Tours at Peter Wentz Farmstead

Peter Wentz Farmstead 2030 Shearer Road, Lansdale, PA, United States

Saturday, June 15, 2023 from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Juneteenth Tours at the Peter Wentz Farmstead Join the Peter Wentz Farmstead in observation of Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the emancipation of Black enslaved people in America. We will be offering special tours throughout the weekend focusing on the lives of the enslaved people owned by the Wentz family and how their stories connect to the larger history of slavery in early Pennsylvania. Learn about Jack, a freedom seeker owned by Peter Wentz who escaped twice from the Farmstead. Hear the stories of Hannah Till and William Lee, enslaved people

Free
Event Series Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Dragon Boat Dock 1233 MLK Drive, Philadelphia, United States

FREE BOATING ADVENTURES ON THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER with LandHealth Institute We’re thrilled to be offering a whole boat load of opportunities to get on the river this summer from a variety of launching points. Whether you’ve never kayaked before or you’re a seasoned paddler, come on out and help us break in our brand new fleet of kayaks! This city was built to hug the rivers but most of us never get a chance to get on. All ages welcome! No registration is needed for our Dragon Dock dates listed here. To launch from our other two locations, find out

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Event Series Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Dragon Boat Dock 1233 MLK Drive, Philadelphia, United States

FREE BOATING ADVENTURES ON THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER with LandHealth Institute We’re thrilled to be offering a whole boat load of opportunities to get on the river this summer from a variety of launching points. Whether you’ve never kayaked before or you’re a seasoned paddler, come on out and help us break in our brand new fleet of kayaks! This city was built to hug the rivers but most of us never get a chance to get on. All ages welcome! No registration is needed for our Dragon Dock dates listed here. To launch from our other two locations, find out

Free
Event Series Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Kayak on the Schuylkill this summer

Dragon Boat Dock 1233 MLK Drive, Philadelphia, United States

FREE BOATING ADVENTURES ON THE SCHUYLKILL RIVER with LandHealth Institute We’re thrilled to be offering a whole boat load of opportunities to get on the river this summer from a variety of launching points. Whether you’ve never kayaked before or you’re a seasoned paddler, come on out and help us break in our brand new fleet of kayaks! This city was built to hug the rivers but most of us never get a chance to get on. All ages welcome! No registration is needed for our Dragon Dock dates listed here. To launch from our other two locations, find out

Free

Flooding and Community Resilience

The Francis Cope House, One Awbury Road, Philadelphia, PA, 19138

Join the Philadelphia Water Department, Mural Arts Philadelphia, and The Academy of Natural Sciences for the Waterway Arts Initiative’s inaugural event on Wednesday, July 10 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Francis Cope House at Awbury Arboretum. Germantown residents are welcome to this free event to engage in educational activities and access flooding resources.

Trash Free Waters Art Show

Fairmount Water Works, 640 Water Works Drive, Philadelphia, PA, 19130, United States

Come view a selection of entries from the 2023 Trash Free Waters Art Contest, organized by the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary. Artists from across the Delaware Estuary region were asked to create a piece of artwork related to the theme of Trash Free Waters. Artwork could use any medium, but had to be created on a provided 12″ by 9″ canvas. The goal of the art contest was to bring awareness to the problem of aquatic trash and highlight the ways people can help be part of the solution. Winners were chosen by public vote at the 2023 Delaware

Watershed Goat Walk

The Farm at Awbury Arboretum 6336 Ardleigh Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Learn about Water Systems and Walk the Goats! Free! at Project, 6336 Ardleigh St, Philadelphia, PA 19138, USA About the event Join us on Saturday, August 24 to walk the goats and learn about water systems and ecology! We start at the goat barn promptly at 1:00.  We walk and learn at the same time. No reservations necessary!  Free! Please check website and social media for weather related changes. Rain date is Sunday, August 25th at 1:00.