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SUMMARY:Community Paddle Boating at FDR Park
DESCRIPTION:See FDR Park from a new perspective with a paddle on the lake!\n\nDate\nSunday\, August 30 \n\n\n\nTime\n10:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nFDR Park Boathouse \nFDR Park\nPhiladelphia PA 19145 \n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Independence Seaport Museum for free paddle boating at FDR Park on select dates in the spring\, summer\, and fall! \nPaddle boats are an easy and safe way for families and people of all ages to explore Edgewood Lake\, just behind the FDR Park Boathouse. As you pedal around\, use the kid-friendly binoculars provided to spot turtles\, ducks\, blooming flowers\, and maybe even a great blue heron – the long-legged shorebird the boats are shaped after. This event is geared toward our FDR Park neighbors. \nChildren must be able to fit into a life jacket (30+ pounds) in order to participate. All minors must have an adult with them. \nWaivers will be provided and must be signed before participating. You can do this ahead of time by clicking the ‘sign up for event reminder’ button below. Please include everyone in your party on the form. This will also ensure that you receive any important weather updates that may affect the event. Please note\, clicking the ‘sign up for event reminder’ button does not guarantee a spot on a boat! There is often a line to get on the boats. If the wait time for boarding is longer than 30 minutes\, the line will close before the actual event end time of 2 PM. \nThere is no place to store belongings while out on the water\, so we recommend bringing a small bag/waterproof case to store them in. We suggest having at least two people on each boat to balance pedaling; boats cannot hold more than four people. \nTICKET PRICE: Free\, RSVP appreciated but not required \nABOUT INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM: The Independence Seaport Museum\, located along the Delaware River at Penn’s Landing\, invites visitors of all ages to discover Philadelphia’s river of history and world of connections. With water as the unifying thread\, stories of those who lived and worked along our regional waterways come to life through award-winning exhibitions. Our historic ships\, the Olympia and the Becuna\, connect Philadelphia to the rest of the world\, telling tales about the people and cultures they have interacted with on their journeys. These stories are woven into every aspect of the visitor’s journey\, from the first time they enter the lobby to when they walk off the gangway of Olympia. \n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/community-paddle-boating-at-fdr-park-4/
LOCATION:FDR Park Boathouse\, South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boating
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SUMMARY:Cobbs Creek Community Workday: Stewardship & Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a volunteer workday at the Cobbs Creek Environmental Center!\n\nDate\nTuesday\, August 25 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nCobbs Creek Park \n  \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy on Monday\, August 25th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a volunteer workday at Cobbs Creek Park! \nTogether\, we will help care for one of Philadelphia’s most important natural spaces by: \n• Removing invasive species\n• Picking up litter and debris\n• Supporting ongoing stewardship efforts in the park \nIn addition to making an impact through stewardship\, volunteers will have the opportunity to join our Natural Lands team experts in an environmental education session about Cobbs Creek’s plants and wildlife.  Come with us on a brief walk and talk to learn more about park’s unique ecosysystem! \nNo experience is necessary. We will provide all tools\, gloves\, supplies\, and materials needed for the workday. \nWe are excited to partner with the Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center for this event. \nVolunteering is a great way to give back to your community\, meet new people\, and help improve the health and beauty of Cobbs Creek Park. \nEveryone is welcome! \nMEETING LOCATION:\nCobbs Creek Community Environmental Center at 700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy\, Philadelphia\, PA 19143 \n____ \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip-flops\, or sandals).\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own.\nWe will provide bug spray\, sunblock\, hand sanitizer\, and wipes.\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling. We will also provide snacks.\n\n____ \nPARKING/GETTING THERE: \n\nLook for the green Fairmount Park Conservancy tent and Parks & Rec vehicles on-site\nThere is free parking available in the park. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car!\nThere are no bike racks\, but we can keep your bike with us to keep an eye on it.\n\n____ \nIn the event of severe weather conditions\, the event will be canceled and attendees will be notified. \nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org\n____
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/cobbs-creek-community-workday-stewardship-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Cobbs Creek Park
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SUMMARY:Exploring the Trees of Washington Square with Tony Aiello and Andrew Bunting
DESCRIPTION:Discover the remarkable diversity of trees that make Washington Square one of Philadelphia’s most treasured landscapes. Join Tony Aiello\, Associate Director of Horticulture at the Scott Arboretum & Gardens\, and Andrew Bunting\, Vice President of Horticulture at the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society\, for a guided walk through this historic 6.4-acre park\, home to more than 30 varieties of native and exotic trees and recognized as a Level I Arboretum. \nAlong the way\, explore notable specimens\, learn how trees thrive in the urban environment\, and experience the beauty and history of one of William Penn’s original public squares. Managed by Independence National Historical Park and cared for in partnership with the Society Hill Civic Association\, Washington Square offers a unique blend of horticulture\, history\, and civic life in Philadelphia. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/exploring-the-trees-of-washington-square-with-tony-aiello-and-andrew-bunting/
LOCATION:The Athenaeum of Philadelphia\, 219 S 6th Street\, Philadelphia\, 19106\, United States
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SUMMARY:West Park Trails to Ales: Guided Hike + Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brewing history hike through West Fairmount Park!\n\nDate\nThursday\, August 13 \n\n\n\nTime\n6:00 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nBelmont Plateau \n  \n\n\n\nJoin John Sigmund\, Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Director of Partnerships and Sponsorships\, for a 3.5 mile hike along a portion of West Fairmount Park’s historic Trolley Trail. \nThe Fairmount Park Trolley operated in East and West Park from 1896-1946\, providing a reliable and enjoyable means of accessing park amenities. Explore the old bridges\, tunnels\, abutments\, and other hidden train infrastructure that give the trail its name. We’ll end at Parks on Tap at Belmont Plateau where participants will be able to connect over cold drinks while taking in the beautiful sunset over the city skyline. \nInterested in learning about the brewing history around East Fairmount Park? Join us for our East Park Trails to Ales Hike on August 27. \n\nINSTRUCTOR BIO: John Sigmund is a multidisciplinary artist\, history lover\, and urban park enthusiast with years of experience as a nonprofit manager and arts educator. Born and raised in Philadelphia\, he spent a decade living in Austin\, San Antonio\, and New York City\, but made a happy homecoming to go back to school at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. John has the proud distinction of actually living in Fairmount Park– he and his partner Jaime are resident caretakers at Lemon Hill Mansion. And although Lemon Hill is his home base\, John is an enthusiastic advocate for all of the historic houses in the park system. \n\nTICKET PRICES: $10 \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nThe hike is roughly two miles over a combination of open parkland and hilly trails (moderate exertion).\nDrinks at Parks on Tap are not part of the ticket cost.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nThere are bathrooms (restroom trailer) at the end location but not at the start or along the route so please plan accordingly.\nBring your own water and snack (drinking water is not available in the park).\nWe recommend wearing and/or bringing sunscreen and bug spray.\nWell-behaved dogs on leashes are permitted on the hike and in the beer garden.\nSpecial notes for the beer garden: The beer garden is 21+ to enter with valid\, government-issued photo identification. Children\, families\, and anyone under 21 are welcome to join as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: We will meet at the parking lot at the intersection of Belmont Mansion and Montgomery Drive\, linked here. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at Belmont Ave and Belmont Mansion/Fairmount Park Drive – a half-mile walk from the start. The closest Indego bike station is at Parkside and Belmont Ave – also a half-mile from the start. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org \nEnjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org.  \n\n\n\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the event will be canceled and attendees are eligible for a full refund. \n\nGet Tickets
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/west-park-trails-to-ales-guided-hike-drinks/
LOCATION:Belmont Plateau\, 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19131\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cobbs Creek Community Workday: Stewardship & Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a volunteer workday at the Cobbs Creek Environmental Center!\n\nDate\nMonday\, August 10 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nCobbs Creek Park \n  \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy on Thursday\, August 10th from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM for a volunteer workday at Cobbs Creek Park! \nTogether\, we will help care for one of Philadelphia’s most important natural spaces by: \n• Removing invasive species\n• Picking up litter and debris\n• Supporting ongoing stewardship efforts in the park \nIn addition to making an impact through stewardship\, volunteers will have the opportunity to join our Natural Lands team experts in an environmental education session about Cobbs Creek’s plants and wildlife.  Come with us on a brief walk and talk to learn more about park’s unique ecosysystem! \nNo experience is necessary. We will provide all tools\, gloves\, supplies\, and materials needed for the workday. \nWe are excited to partner with the Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center for this event. \nVolunteering is a great way to give back to your community\, meet new people\, and help improve the health and beauty of Cobbs Creek Park. \nEveryone is welcome! \nMEETING LOCATION:\nCobbs Creek Community Environmental Center at 700 Cobbs Creek Pkwy\, Philadelphia\, PA 19143 \n____ \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip-flops\, or sandals).\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own.\nWe will provide bug spray\, sunblock\, hand sanitizer\, and wipes.\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling. We will also provide snacks.\n\n____ \nPARKING/GETTING THERE: \n\nLook for the green Fairmount Park Conservancy tent and Parks & Rec vehicles on-site\nThere is free parking available in the park. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car!\nThere are no bike racks\, but we can keep your bike with us to keep an eye on it.\n\n____ \nIn the event of severe weather conditions\, the event will be canceled and attendees will be notified. \nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org\n____ \nLooking for more ways to support our work? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org \n\n\nRegister
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/cobbs-creek-community-workday-stewardship-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Cobbs Creek Park
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday: Fair Amount Food Forest Tour & Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a garden tour and herbal workshop in East Fairmount Park!\n\n\nDate\nSaturday\, August 8 \n\n\n\nTime\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nBoxers’ Trail Gateway \n33rd and West Dauphin Street\nPhiladelphia PA 19132 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Fair Amount Food Forest for a garden tour and herbal workshop in East Fairmount Park on Saturday\, August 8 from 10 AM–12 PM. \nFirst\, we’ll take a tour of the Fair Amount Food Forest\, a community-based\, publicly-accessible\, and educational food forest garden located outside Woodford Mansion in Fairmount Park. Attendees will participate in a hands-on workshop where they will make salt and sugar skin-care scrubs and learn how to cook with common summer herbs such as lavender\, sage\, rosemary\, and thyme. \nABOUT FAIR AMOUNT FOOD FOREST: Fair Amount Food Forest is a community farm and educational garden on roughly two acres in East Fairmount Park\, whose landscape is diversely planted with fruits\, nuts\, berries\, herbs\, and vegetables. The landscape is intentionally planted to mimic a natural ecosystem\, provide healthy produce to residents and volunteers\, and serve as an educational public garden that benefits and engages its local community. \nTICKETS: Free**\, donations appreciated. Registration is required.\n\n**We are proud to be able to offer these events for free. However\, there is limited capacity for all of our hikes. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend. \n\n2026 SECOND SATURDAY GUIDED HIKE SCHEDULE\nPlease continue to check back as additional topics will be added soon. Second Saturday hikes are April-November. \n\nJune 13 from 10 AM-12 PM: Tree Tour with Andrew Kirkpatrick\, meeting at Ohio House\nJuly 11 from 10 AM-12 PM: Birdwatching Walk with Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife Photography LLC\, meeting at Ohio House\nAugust 8 from 10 AM-12 PM: Fair Amount Food Forest Tour and Workshop\, meeting at Boxers’ Trail Gateway\n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nEach hike is roughly two miles over a combination of hilly dirt trails and flat gravel paths.* (*Exception: August’s program will include prolonged standing with minimal walking compared to our other hikes)\nHikes are appropriate for adults and mature adolescents*\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring water (drinking water is not available in the park) and a snack.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms along the hike route so please plan accordingly.\nAlthough this is a series\, the hikes are not dependent on one another. Sign up for just one or for more than one!\nWe will leave a few minutes after the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the departure location at least five minutes early. We cannot guarantee that latecomers can join after the group has departed.\nSpace is limited in each hike\, and registration is required. If you cannot attend an event\, please show courtesy to fellow parkgoers and try to cancel your registration with advance notice so that someone else can participate.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking available in the area.  As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest station is at Ridge Ave and Dauphin Street – about a 2-3 minute walk. The nearest Indego bike station is at 33rd and Dauphin. \n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org. \nEnjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org. \n\n\n\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the event will be canceled\, and attendees will be notified and eligible for a full refund. \n\nRegister Here
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/second-saturday-fair-amount-food-forest-tour-workshop/
LOCATION:Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, 3336 W. Dauphin Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19132\, United States
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SUMMARY:Chamounix Drive Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:Date\nMonday\, July 20 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nTrolley Trail Entrance \nChamounix Drive\n(Parking lot across from Ridgeland Mansion)\nPhiladelphia PA 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy on Monday\, July 20th\, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM for a volunteer workday at the Trolley Trail entrance on S. Chamounix Drive in West Fairmount Park. \nTogether\, we will work on: \n\nRemoving invasive species\nTree care: weeding\nTrash pick-up\n\nWe will provide all the tools\, supplies\, and materials for the workday\, including gloves. \nThe Trolley Trail is a new soft surface\, multi-purpose loop trail that follows the pathway of the scenic Fairmount Park Trolley that operated from 1896 to 1946. The 4-mile loop trail was completed in 2021\, a new gateway to the trail at the Chamounix Picnic Area on S. Chamounix Drive was established in 2022\, and signage was installed in 2023.\n__________ \nEVENT TIMELINE: \n\n9:00 AM – Volunteer check-in\n9:10 AM – Project overview & tool safety\n9:20 AM – Begin workday\n11:45 AM – Wrap-up workday\n12:00 PM – Big thank you & group photo!\n\n__________ \nMEETING LOCATION:\n4200 Chamounix Drive\, Philadelphia. PA 19131\n__________ \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip-flops\, or sandals).\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are welcome to bring your own.\nWe will provide bug spray\, sunblock\, hand sanitizer\, and wipes.\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling. We will also provide snacks.\n\n__________ \nPARKING/GETTING THERE: \n\nLook for the green Fairmount Park Conservancy tent and Parks & Rec vehicles on-site\nThere is plenty of free parking available in the park. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car!\nThere are no bike racks\, but we can keep your bike with us to keep an eye on it.\n\n__________ \nIn the event of severe weather conditions\, the event will be canceled and attendees will be notified. \nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/chamounix-drive-community-workday/
LOCATION:Trolley Trail Entrance\, Chamounix Drive (Parking lot across from Ridgeland Mansion)\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:Community Paddle Boating at FDR Park
DESCRIPTION:See FDR Park from a new perspective with a paddle on the lake!\n\nDate\nSaturday\, July 18 \n\n\n\nTime\n10:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nFDR Park Boathouse \nFDR Park\nPhiladelphia PA 19145 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Independence Seaport Museum for free paddle boating at FDR Park on select dates in the spring\, summer\, and fall! \nPaddle boats are an easy and safe way for families and people of all ages to explore Edgewood Lake\, just behind the FDR Park Boathouse. As you pedal around\, use the kid-friendly binoculars provided to spot turtles\, ducks\, blooming flowers\, and maybe even a great blue heron – the long-legged shorebird the boats are shaped after. This event is geared toward our FDR Park neighbors. \nChildren must be able to fit into a life jacket (30+ pounds) in order to participate. All minors must have an adult available to sign for them. \nWaivers will be provided and must be signed before participating. You can do this ahead of time by clicking the ‘sign up for event reminder’ button below. Please include everyone in your party on the form. This will also ensure that you receive any important weather updates that may affect the event. Please note\, clicking the ‘sign up for event reminder’ button does not guarantee a spot on a boat! There is often a line to get on the boats. If the wait time for boarding is longer than 30 minutes\, the line will close before the actual event end time of 2 PM. \nThere is no place to store belongings while out on the water\, so we recommend bringing a small bag/waterproof case to store them in. We suggest having at least two people on each boat to balance pedaling; boats cannot hold more than four people. \nTICKET PRICE: Free\, RSVP appreciated but not required \nABOUT INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM: The Independence Seaport Museum\, located along the Delaware River at Penn’s Landing\, invites visitors of all ages to discover Philadelphia’s river of history and world of connections. With water as the unifying thread\, stories of those who lived and worked along our regional waterways come to life through award-winning exhibitions. Our historic ships\, the Olympia and the Becuna\, connect Philadelphia to the rest of the world\, telling tales about the people and cultures they have interacted with on their journeys. These stories are woven into every aspect of the visitor’s journey\, from the first time they enter the lobby to when they walk off the gangway of Olympia. \n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/community-paddle-boating-at-fdr-park-3/
LOCATION:FDR Park Boathouse\, South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Guided Hike: Birdwatching with Troy Bynum
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the different bird species that call Fairmount Park home with a guided bird walk through West Fairmount Park.\n\nDate\nSaturday\, July 11 \n\n\n\nTime\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nOhio House \n4700 States Drive\nPhiladelphia PA 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife Photography LLC for a two-mile guided birdwatching walk. We’ll hike around multiple spots in West Fairmount Park that serve as sanctuaries and feeding grounds for different bird species. Troy will guide our eyes and ears as we look and listen for birds in both the open and forested areas of the park. \nThis hike is part of our Second Saturday Guided Hike Series. These hikes occur from 10 AM–12 PM on the second Saturday of every month (April–November). Second Saturday hikes are at various locations. \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: Troy Bynum\, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC\, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia\, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable colors\, intricate patterns\, and rich textures that are abundant throughout the natural world. In his work\, Troy draws attention to the oftentimes overlooked naturally occurring beauty found in the wild. Troy is on a mission to accentuate and celebrate the inherent magnificence of nature. \nTICKETS: Free**\, donations appreciated. Registration is required.\n\n**We are proud to be able to offer these events for free. However\, there is limited capacity for all of our hikes. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend. \n\n\n2026 SECOND SATURDAY GUIDED HIKE SERIES SCHEDULE\nPlease continue to check back as fall topics will be added soon. Second Saturday hikes are April-November. \nApril 11: Birding + Fair Amount Food Forest Tour \nMay 9: Family Hike + BioBlitz with the Philadelphia Zoo \nJune 13: Tree Tour with Andrew Kirkpatrick \nJuly 11: Birdwatching Walk with Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife Photography LLC \n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nWe will meet at Ohio House (4700 States Drive).\nThis hike is roughly 1.5 miles along sidewalks and paved paths.\nHikes are appropriate for adults and mature adolescents.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring water (drinking water is not available in the park) and a snack.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms along the hike route so please plan accordingly.\nPlease bring your own binoculars if you have them. If you do not have a pair\, please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org as we do have a limited number available to borrow.\nThis event is part of our Second Saturday Guided Hike Series. The hikes are not dependent on one another so feel free to sign up for one or for more than one!\nWe will leave a few minutes after the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the departure location at least five minutes early. We cannot guarantee that latecomers can join after the group has departed.\nSpace is limited in this hike and registration is required. If you cannot attend an event\, please show courtesy to fellow parkgoers and try to cancel your registration with advance notice so that someone else can participate. Repeat no-shows may not be able to register for future free hikes.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: We’ll meet at Ohio House (4700 States Drive). There is plenty of free parking in the lot. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at Belmont Ave and Belmont Mansion/Fairmount Park Drive – a half-mile walk from the start. The closest Indego bike station is at Parkside and Belmont Ave – also a half-mile walk from the start. \n\n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/second-saturday-guided-hike-birdwatching-with-troy-bynum/
LOCATION:Ohio House\, 4700 States Drive\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks
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SUMMARY:Trolley Trail Run
DESCRIPTION:Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and YAP (Young and Active Philly) for a 4.5-mile trail run along West Fairmount Park’s historic Trolley Trail.\n\nDATE\nWednesday\, June 3 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:00 pm – 7:30 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nTrolley Trail Entrance \nChamounix Drive\n(Parking lot across from Ridgeland Mansion)\nPhiladelphia PA 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and YAP (Young and Active Philly) or a 4.5-mile trail run along West Fairmount Park’s historic Trolley Trail. Whether you’re training for an upcoming race\, looking to connect with other runners\, or just want to get to know the trail system better\, this run series provides the perfect opportunity. \nEach trail run will be led by a Fairmount Park Conservancy staff person\, in partnership with local run club leaders (see schedule below). At a few points along the run\, we’ll stop and talk about the past and present of the Trolley Trail\, which roughly follows the route of the old Fairmount Park Trolley that operated from 1896-1946. We’ll even run through some of the physical remains of what is now a hidden trolley network. \nEach run will have multiple pace groups; however\, in order to finish before sunset\, runners should be able to consistently run for 4.5 miles on trails. While this run series is in partnership with local run clubs\, you do not need to be part of the run club to attend. Each event will be a mix of runners from that club and runners from the general public. Join for one run or for all four! \nABOUT THE TROLLEY TRAIL: Fairmount Park Conservancy\, along with partners at Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and the Belmont Plateau Trails Alliance\, have been working to develop the Trolley Trail – a scenic multi-purpose trail that loosely follows the path of the former Fairmount Park Trolley. New gateways\, trail signage\, and bike racks were recently added and a ribbon-cutting was held in November 2023. Read more here. \nABOUT YAP (YOUNG & ACTIVE) PHILLY: YAP is a Philly-founded\, Philly-led multi-sport community with a mission to help people find their community while staying active. They host themed runs twice a week to bring people together to explore the city. They also play various sports\, including organizing Philly’s most social tennis league! Their events are designed so anyone can show up solo and feel included from day one\, regardless of skill level or whether they’re new or already connected. With a thoughtfully crafted seasonal calendar\, YAP helps people experience Philadelphia in a way that’s active\, social\, and uniquely local. We share all events through our Instagram community of ~6\,000 followers and active group chats of ~500 members\, so it’s easy to jump in and be part of it. To find out more about their upcoming events\, visit their Instagram page. \nTICKETS: Free\, registration required** \n**We are proud to be able to offer these events for free; however\, there is limited capacity. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend. \n\nRUN CLUB SCHEDULE \n\nWednesday\, March 11: Chasing Trail PHL\nWednesday\, April 1: November Project\nWednesday\, May 6: Women in Ultrarunning\nWednesday\, June 3 (Global Running Day!): YAP (Young and Active Philly)\nWednesday\, July 1: Trail Sisters Philadelphia\n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nThis run is 4.5 miles over mainly hilly\, singletrack trails. Click here to see the route.\nIn order to finish the route before sunset\, all runners should be able to run continuously for 4.5 miles on trails.\nPlease dress according to the weather conditions. We suggest wearing running shoes with good grip if possible (trails can get slippery after recent rain).\nWe will have water available after the run. If you want water during the run\, we suggest bringing a running bottle or hydration vest.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms available nearby so please plan accordingly.\nWe will leave a few minutes after the scheduled start time. Please try to arrive at the departure location at least five minutes early.\nDue to the large group and single-track nature of the trails we’ll be running\, we suggest not bringing dogs along.\nSpace is limited\, and registration is required. If you cannot attend an event\, please show courtesy to fellow parkgoers and cancel your registration with advance notice so that someone else can participate.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: We’ll meet at the Trolley Trail Entrance at the intersection of Belmont Mansion and Chamounix Drive (shows up as Trolley Trail in Google Maps). There is plenty of free parking available in the lot. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at Belmont Ave and Belmont Mansion/Fairmount Park Drive – a half-mile walk from the start. The closest Indego bike station is at Parkside and Belmont Ave – also a half-mile walk from the start. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/trolley-trail-run/
LOCATION:Trolley Trail Entrance\, Chamounix Drive (Parking lot across from Ridgeland Mansion)\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
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SUMMARY:Concourse Lake Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:Come volunteer with us for a community workday at Concourse Lake in West Fairmount Park! \n\n\nDATE\nWednesday\, May 27 \n\n\n\nTIME\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nConcourse Lake \n4321 S Concourse Dr\, Philadelphia\, PA 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy staff for a volunteer day at Concourse Lake. Together\, we will work on removing invasive species\, trail cleanup\, woody cleanup along the lake edge\, and trash removal. All tools\, including gloves\, will be provided. \n\nBACKGROUND \nConcourse Lake in West Fairmount Park was officially dedicated as a Philadelphia Native Plant Park on June 9\, 2012. Since then\, a diverse collection of native trees and shrubs has been planted throughout the 14-acre site\, enhancing the natural habitat and supporting local biodiversity. \n\nTIMELINE   \n9:00 am         Volunteers arrive and sign in\n9:15 am           Welcome remarks\, projects\, and safety overview\n9:20 am           Group photo\n9:25 am           Begin projects\n11:45 am         Wrap up projects and gather tools\n11:50 am         Group photo at the end of the event\n12:00 pm         Event ends \n\nMEETING LOCATION\nPlease park in the Concourse Lake parking lot (off of S Concourse Dr.) There is ample parking right next to the volunteer site along both sides: S Concourse Drive and Avenue of the Republic. You will see our green tent. We will start our session there and move on to our work locations in the Concourse Lake area. \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. We strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip flops\, or sandals).\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are also welcome to bring your own.\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling.\nThere are bathrooms (porta-potties) available nearby.\n\n  \n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking available in the park. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car! \n\nPOSTPONEMENT/CANCELLATION POLICY\nIn the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the event will be canceled and attendees will be notified.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/concourse-lake-community-workday/
LOCATION:Concourse Lake\, 4321 S Concourse Dr\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260509T090000
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SUMMARY:Lemon Hill Community Volunteer Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us in kicking off Love Your Park Week with a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park.\nDate\nSaturday\, May 9 \nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \nLocation\nLemon Hill \nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy in kicking off Love Your Park Week with a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park on Saturday\, May 9\, from 1:00 – 4:00 PM. \nLemon Hill is the historic birthplace of Fairmount Park\, and this summer\, it will make history again as the host of Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival. \nWith Fairmount Park on the world stage this summer\, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Comcast NBCUniversal are teaming up with local volunteers this spring to host a series of cleanups at the park’s entryway near Boathouse Row. Volunteers will help to remove invasive plants\, add flowering shrubs\, and prepare this space to welcome thousands of visitors from all over the world. \nVolunteer projects include:\nRemoving invasive species (primary project)\nTrash pick-up\nWatering \nFairmount Park Conservancy’s expert staff will provide tools\, gloves\, and guidance; no experience needed. Just bring your enthusiasm\, Philly pride\, and love for parks! \nThis event is part of the Lemon Hill Spring Cleanup Series presented by Comcast NBCUniversal.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lemon-hill-community-volunteer-workday/
LOCATION:Lemon Hill\, 3298 Sedgley Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Cobbs Creek Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:Come volunteer with us for a community workday at the Johnny Sample Recreation Center in Cobbs Creek Park!\n\nDate\nTuesday\, April 14 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nCobbs Creek Park \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy for a Community Volunteer Workday! \nJoin us on Tuesday\, April 14th\, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM as we help refresh the gardens at Cobbs Creek Recreation Center with perennial cutbacks\, weeding\, and mulching. \nWe’ll provide all necessary tools\, supplies\, and materials for the workday\, including gloves. \nWe look forward to working with you! \n\nEVENT TIMELINE: \n9:00 AM – Volunteer check-in\n9:10 AM – Project overview & tool safety \n9:20 AM – Begin workday \n11:45 AM – Wrap-up workday\n12:00 PM – Big thank you & group photo! \n\nMEETING LOCATION: Walking entrance\, 280 Cobbs Creek Pkwy\, Philadelphia\, PA 19139 \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO:\n\n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.\n\n\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip-flops\, or sandals).\n\n\nWe strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\n\n\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling.\n\n\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are also welcome to bring your own.\n\n\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\n\nThere is street parking available.\n\n\n\n\nINCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL:\nThis workday will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the workday will be canceled and registrants will be notified.\n\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org\nLooking for more ways to support our work? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/cobbs-creek-community-workday/
LOCATION:Cobbs Creek Park
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SUMMARY:We Walk\, We Ride with Indego at FDR Park
DESCRIPTION:Join We Walk PHL and Indego at FDR Park for a spring morning walk\, bike ride\, and bird watching.\n\nDate\nTuesday\, April 14 \n\n\n\nTime\n8:30 am – 10:30 am \n\n\n\nLocation\nGateway Plaza at FDR Park \nBroad Street and Pattison Avenue\nPhiladelphia PA 19145 \n\n\n\nJoin We Walk PHL and Indego for a spring morning walk\, bike ride\, and bird watching to celebrate the upcoming We Walk season and the recent installation of a new Indego bike station at the Gateway Plaza in FDR Park. Bikes\, helmets\, binoculars\, swag and safety intro will be provided on site. \nThe ride will begin at the Gateway Plaza\, the new expanded entrance and welcome mat for the 348-acre FDR Park opened by the Conservancy and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation in summer 2025. The project marked the completion of the first phase of implementation of the FDR Park Plan\, and included new plazas formed in the shape of the park’s lakes\, seating and flexible programming space\, 81 new native trees and 25 shrubs\, more than 12\,000 perennial and grass/fern plugs\, rain gardens\, water misters to help people stay cool in the summer\, and the new FDR Park sign.\n  \nThis event is part of the We Walk PHL Pre-Season Series. Click here to view the full schedule.\n \nWe Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy\, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health\, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health. \n\n\nRegister
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/we-walk-we-ride-with-indego-at-fdr-park/
LOCATION:Gateway Plaza at FDR Park\, Broad Street and Pattison Avenue\, Philadelphia\, 19145\, United States
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SUMMARY:Second Saturday Guided Hike: Birding and Fair Amount Food Forest Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Fairmount Park Conservancy\, Fair Amount Food Forest\, and birding instructor Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife LLC for a guided bird walk and garden tour in East Fairmount Park.\n\nDate\nSaturday\, April 11 \n\n\n\nTime\n10:30 am – 12:30 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nBoxers’ Trail Gateway \n33rd and West Dauphin Street\nPhiladelphia PA 19132 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy\, Fair Amount Food Forest\, and birding instructor Troy Bynum of TB Wildlife LLC for a guided bird walk and garden tour in East Fairmount Park on Saturday\, April 11 from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. \nWe’ll start out by turning our eyes and ears to the sky as we look and listen for different birds near the Food Forest and along the park edge. This time of year\, Philly’s green spaces are bustling with migrants as well as year-round species. Then we’ll take a tour of the Fair Amount Food Forest\, a community-based\, publicly-accessible\, and educational food forest garden located outside of Woodford Mansion in Fairmount Park. \nABOUT FAIR AMOUNT FOOD FOREST: Fair Amount Food Forest is a community farm and educational garden on roughly two acres in East Fairmount Park\, whose landscape is diversely planted with fruits\, nuts\, berries\, herbs\, and vegetables. The landscape is intentionally planted to mimic a natural ecosystem\, provide healthy produce to residents and volunteers\, and serve as an educational public garden that benefits and engages its local community. \nThis hike is part of our Second Saturday Guided Hike Series. These hikes occur on the second Saturday of every month (April–November). Second Saturday hikes are at various locations. \nABOUT BIRDING INSTRUCTOR: Troy Bynum\, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC\, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia\, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable colors\, intricate patterns\, and rich textures that are abundant throughout the natural world.Troy’s work has been published by Discovery Warner Bros.\, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology\, Grid Magazine\, Northern Virginia Bird Alliance\, The Chestnut Hill Local\, and other regional publications. \nTroy is also an avid birder and experienced guide\, leading regional and international birding tours with Hillstar Nature\, Delmarva Birding Weekends\, DC Bird Alliance\, Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay\, and TB Wildlife Photography LLC to name a few organizations. Troy also volunteers as Field Trip Chair for Liberty Bird Alliance where he coordinates and often leads domestic and international birding trips for the members. \nTroy currently lives in Montgomery County with his wife and daughter and loves spending his free time with them birding\, hiking\, biking\, or playing bird-themed board games. \nTICKETS: Free**\, donations appreciated. Registration is required. \n**We are proud to be able to offer these programs for free. However\, there is limited capacity for many programs. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend. \n\nSPRING 2026 SECOND SATURDAY GUIDED HIKE SERIES SCHEDULE \nPlease continue to check back as additional topics will be added soon. \nApril 11: Birding + Fair Amount Food Forest Tour \nMay 9: Family Hike + BioBlitz with the Philadelphia Zoo \nJune 13: Tree Tour with Andrew Kirkpatrick \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nWe will meet at the Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, located at the corner of 33rd Street and West Dauphin Drive.\nUnlike other birding walks where we hike along trails\, most of the birding at this program will be done near the Food Forest’s garden\, with minimal walking (roughly one mile) to nearby locations to see more if needed.\nProgram is appropriate for adults and mature adolescents.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good walking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring water (drinking water is not available in the park) and a snack.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms along the hike route so please plan accordingly.\nPlease bring your own binoculars if you have them. If you do not have a pair\, please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org as we do have a limited number available to borrow.\nThis event is part of our Second Saturday Guided Hike Series. The hikes are not dependent on one another so feel free to sign up for one or for more than one!\nSpace is limited in this program and registration is required. If you cannot attend an event\, please show courtesy to fellow parkgoers and try to cancel your registration with advance notice so that someone else can participate.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: We will meet at the Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, located at the corner of 33rd Street and West Dauphin Drive. There is plenty of free parking along West Dauphin Drive. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at 33rd and Dauphin Street – a 2-3 minute walk from the start. The nearest Indego bike station is also at 33rd and Dauphin. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org \nEnjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org \n\n\n\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the event will be canceled\, and attendees will be notified and eligible for a full refund.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/second-saturday-guided-hike-birding-and-fair-amount-food-forest-tour/
LOCATION:Boxers’ Trail Gateway\, 3336 W. Dauphin Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19132\, United States
CATEGORIES:Bird Walks,Birding,Hike
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SUMMARY:Philly Spring Cleanup Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park\, in celebration of the annual Philly Spring Cleanup.\n\nDate\nSaturday\, April 11 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nLemon Hill \n  \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy for a volunteer workday at the Lemon Hill gateway in East Fairmount Park on Saturday\, April 11\, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM\, in partnership with the Office of Clean & Green\, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation\, PHS\, and Lemon Hill Neighbors Association for the Philly Spring Cleanup.\n\nLemon Hill is the historic birthplace of Fairmount Park\, and this summer\, it will make history again as the host of Philadelphia’s FIFA Fan Festival.\n\nWith Fairmount Park on the world stage this summer\, Fairmount Park Conservancy and Comcast NBCUniversal are teaming up with local volunteers this spring to host a series of cleanups at the park’s entryway near Boathouse Row. Volunteers will help to remove invasive plants\, add flowering shrubs\, and prepare this space to welcome thousands of visitors from all over the world.\n\nVolunteer projects include:\n\n\nRemoving invasive species (primary project)\n\n\nTrash pick-up\n\n\nShrub planting\n\n\nFairmount Park Conservancy’s expert staff will provide tools\, gloves\, and guidance; no experience needed. Just bring your enthusiasm\, Philly pride\, and love for parks!\n\n This event is part of the Lemon Hill Spring Cleanup Series presented by Comcast NBCUniversal. \n\nMEET-UP LOCATION\nLet’s meet across the street from the Lloyd Hall Recreation Center.Look out for our green tent once you arrive at the location. \nPlease avoid leaving valuables visible in your vehicle. \n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\n\n9:00 AM — Volunteer check-in\n9:15 AM — Welcome\, project overview\, and safety briefing\n9:20 AM — Group photo\n9:30 AM — Begin projects\n11:45 AM — Wrap up and tool return\n11:50 AM — Closing group photo\n12:00 PM — Event ends\n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO\n\nWear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty\nClosed-toe shoes required (boots or sneakers — no sandals or flats)\nLong pants and sleeves strongly recommended\nBring a reusable water bottle (refill stations provided)\nGloves required — provided or bring your own\nOptional: hat and sunglasses\n\n\nINCLEMENT WEATHER\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the case of heavy rain or severe weather\, we will cancel and notify registrants. \n\nQuestions? Contact eduenas@myphillypark.org \nWant to support Philly parks year-round?Play it forward with Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign\, strengthening park infrastructure and expanding people-centered programs. Learn more at fairplayphilly.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/philly-spring-cleanup-community-workday/
LOCATION:Lemon Hill\, 3298 Sedgley Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean-ups,Volunteer Opportunities,Volunteer Service,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:We Walk\, We Tour with Friends of the Rail Park
DESCRIPTION:Join the Friends of the Rail Park and We Walk PHL for a special guided tour of the Rail Park.\n\nDate\nFriday\, April 10 \n\n\n\nTime\n12:00 pm – 1:30 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nThe Rail Park \n1300 Noble Street\, Philadelphia\, PA 19123 \n\n\n\nJoin the Friends of the Rail Park and We Walk PHL for a special guided tour of the Rail Park’s past\, present and future\, and learn more about the We Walk PHL program. \nThe Friends of the Rail Park are transforming a historic railway into three miles of linear park and pathway\, enriching the health\, culture\, and ecology of Philadelphia and building a bold\, transformative\, and inclusive public space that connects residents and visitors to the city and each other.\n  \nThis event is part of the We Walk PHL Pre-Season Series. Click here to view the full schedule.\n \nWe Walk PHL is a program in partnership between Fairmount Park Conservancy\, the Philadelphia Department of Public Health\, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation that offers free weekly walking groups at various public parks throughout the city. This program welcomes people of all ages and abilities looking to meet their neighbors and improve their physical and mental health.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/we-walk-we-tour-with-friends-of-the-rail-park/
LOCATION:The Rail Park\, 1125 Callowhill St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19123\, Philadelphia\, 19123\, United States
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SUMMARY:FDR Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:FDR Community Workday\n\n\nCome volunteer with us for a community workday at the Pattison Lagoon at FDR Park!\n\n\nDate\nWednesday\, March 25 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nFDR Park \n1500 Pattison Avenue &\, S Broad St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19145 \n\n\n\nJoin the Fairmount Park Conservancy team for a volunteer workday around the Pattison Lagoon on Wednesday\, March 25th\, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. \nSince fall 2023\, the Conservancy has been working to clear invasives and plant new native trees\, shrubs\, flowers\, and grasses along the edges of Pattison Lagoon with the help of volunteer groups\, including the Phillies. Join us in caring for and establishing these plantings to support local wildlife and make a lasting impact on the lagoon’s ecosystem. Let’s continue this important work together! \nThis public volunteer event is open to all ages and people of all abilities. Anyone interested is welcome to participate. \nPlease use the Anna C. Verna Playground parking lot. \nVolunteers will be able to select their project\, including: \n*  Tree care\, weeding & mulching \n*  Trash cleanup as needed \nFDR Park is a 348-acre estuary park located in South Philadelphia that serves local neighbors and regional visitors with a variety of active recreational features and unique ecological assets. This work around the Pattison Lagoon is part of the FDR Park Plan – Philly’s largest\, most public-facing investment in climate resilience that builds better\, more diverse access for everyone in the city. Learn more here. \n\nTimeline for Event \n9:00 am: Arrival and Registration\n9:15 am: Welcome Remarks\, Project & Safety Overview \n9:30 am: Begin Projects \n10:00 am: Group Photo\n11:45 am: Call to Stop Work and gather Tools\n11:55 am: Closing Remarks\n12:00 pm: Event Ends \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip-flops\, or sandals).\nWe strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling.\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are also welcome to bring your own.\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\n\n\nGETTING THERE/PARKING: Use the entrance closer to the intersection on Pattison Ave and S. Broad St. Then follow the road and turn right to the Playground. \n\n Plenty of free parking is available in the park.\nThe park is easily accessible by the SEPTA Orange/Broad Street subway line\, as well as Bus 17.\nWe recommend using the 20th Street bike lane to access the park via bicycle.\n\n**Please don’t leave valuables or anything visible in your vehicles.**  \n\nINCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL \n\nThis workday will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the workday will be canceled and registrants will be notified.\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org \nLooking for more ways to support our work? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrast
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fdr-community-workday-2/
LOCATION:FDR Park\, South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
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SUMMARY:Relics and Ruins: West Park
DESCRIPTION:Relics and Ruins: West Park\n\nJoin us for a hike to learn about some of Fairmount Park’s historical hidden gems!\n\nDate\nSaturday\, March 21 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nBelmount Plateau Parking Lot \n1800 Belmont Mansion Drive\nPhiladelphia PA\, 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy’s John Sigmund\, Director of Partnerships and Sponsorships and park history enthusiast\, for a three-mile guided hike to explore the relics and ruins of Fairmount Park. \nAs one of America’s oldest urban parks\, Fairmount Park has accumulated many layers of history – sometimes literally! A closer exploration of the landscape reveals the ruins of abandoned infrastructure and buildings that go back to the beginnings of the 178-year-old park system and occasionally\, even further. Most of the year\, nature cloaks these hidden treasures in dense growth\, but the bare woods of winter provide the perfect time to go off the beaten path. \nIf you’re fascinated by Philly history and discovering hidden treasures of the park’s past\, this hike is not to be missed! \nThis is the event page for the March 21 West Park hike; however\, there will also be an East Park hike on March 7 (more info here). Sign up for one date or for both! \nPlease note\, this hike will have some challenging sections that require agility. Since we will occasionally venture off trail\, you are encouraged to wear sturdy hiking boots and rugged outerwear that can withstand scrapes from sharp sticks and branches (please\, no fashion or formal wear! :)). \nEstimated distance: about three miles\nLevel: moderate\nTerrain: mainly hilly trails \nMarch 7: Relics & Ruins\, East Park\nSome haunting historic highlights on this tour include: the smallest surviving structure designed by Frank Furness\, two forgotten spring heads and a spooky springhouse popular in neighborhood lore\, a WPA-built bathroom\, and the hidden ruins of a colonial-era mansion that burnt down 36 years ago. Meet at Woodford Mansion. \nMarch 21: Relics & Ruins\, West Park\nWe’ll start at Belmont Plateau and touch upon a section the Trolley Trail. Next\, we’ll find the hidden remnants of rail tracks from the Philadelphia Columbia Railroad. Finally\, we’ll explore the ruins of the George’s Hill Reservoir\, taking in one of the most secret and spectacular city views. Meet at the Belmont Plateau parking lot. \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: John Sigmund is a multidisciplinary artist\, history lover\, and urban park enthusiast with years of experience as a nonprofit manager and arts educator. Born and raised in Philadelphia\, he spent a decade living in Austin\, San Antonio\, and New York City\, but made a happy homecoming to go back to school at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. John has the proud distinction of actually living in Fairmount Park– he and his partner Jaime are resident caretakers at Lemon Hill Mansion. And although Lemon Hill is his home base\, John is an enthusiastic advocate for all of the historic houses in the park system. \nTICKET PRICE: $15 \n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nOn the ticketing page\, you can sign up for one event or for both.\nThis hike is roughly three miles over mainly hilly trails.\nAppropriate for adults and mature adolescents (minors must be ticketed and accompanied by a guardian).\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring water (drinking water is not available in the park) and a snack.\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms along the hike route so please plan accordingly.\nWe will leave a few minutes after the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the departure location at least five minutes early. We cannot guarantee that latecomers can join after the group has departed.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: We will meet at the Belmont Plateau parking lot across from Belmont Mansion\, overlooking the city skyline. There is plenty of free parking available nearby. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at Belmont Ave and Belmont Mansion/Fairmount Park Drive – a half-mile walk from the start. The closest Indego bike station is at Parkside and Belmont Ave – also a half-mile walk from the start. \n\n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/relics-and-ruins-west-park/
LOCATION:Belmont Plateau Parking Lot\, 1800 Belmont Mansion Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19131\, United States
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SUMMARY:FDR Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:FDR Community Workday\n\n\n\nCome volunteer with us for a community workday at the Pattison Lagoon at FDR Park! \n\n\n\nDate\nWednesday\, March 18 \n\n\n\nTime\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation\nFDR Park \n1500 Pattison Avenue &\, S Broad St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19145 \nJoin the Fairmount Park Conservancy team for a volunteer workday around the Pattison Lagoon on Wednesday\, March 18th\, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. \nSince fall 2023\, the Conservancy has been working to clear invasives and plant new native trees\, shrubs\, flowers\, and grasses along the edges of Pattison Lagoon with the help of volunteer groups\, including the Phillies. Join us in caring for and establishing these plantings to support local wildlife and make a lasting impact on the lagoon’s ecosystem. Let’s continue this important work together! \nThis public volunteer event is open to all ages and people of all abilities. Anyone interested is welcome to participate. \nPlease use the Anna C. Verna Playground parking lot. \nVolunteers will be able to select their project\, including: \n\nTree care\, weeding & mulching\nTrash cleanup as needed\n\nFDR Park is a 348-acre estuary park located in South Philadelphia that serves local neighbors and regional visitors with a variety of active recreational features and unique ecological assets. This work around the Pattison Lagoon is part of the FDR Park Plan – Philly’s largest\, most public-facing investment in climate resilience that builds better\, more diverse access for everyone in the city. Learn more here. \nTimeline for Event \n9:00 am: Arrival and Registration\n9:15 am: Welcome Remarks\, Project & Safety Overview \n9:30 am: Begin Projects \n10:00 am: Group Photo\n11:45 am: Call to Stop Work and gather Tools\n11:55 am: Closing Remarks\n12:00 pm: Event Ends \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nIn general\, please wear comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.\nSturdy\, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats\, flip-flops\, or sandals).\nWe strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.\nPlease bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling.\nVolunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided\, but you are also welcome to bring your own.\nYou may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses.\n\n\nGETTING THERE/PARKING: Use the entrance closer to the intersection on Pattison Ave and S. Broad St. Then follow the road and turn right to the Playground. \n\nPlenty of free parking is available in the park.\nThe park is easily accessible by the SEPTA Orange/Broad Street subway line\, as well as Bus 17.\nWe recommend using the 20th Street bike lane to access the park via bicycle.\n\n**Please don’t leave valuables or anything visible in your vehicles.**  \n\n INCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL \n\nThis workday will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the workday will be canceled and registrants will be notified.\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/fdr-community-workday/
LOCATION:FDR Park\, South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260301T110000
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SUMMARY:Greenhouse Yoga at the Horticulture Center
DESCRIPTION:Connect with others and your practice in the lush greenhouse setting!\n\n\n\nLOCATION\nFairmount Park Horticulture Center \n  \n\n\n\nFairmount Park Conservancy is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of Greenhouse Yoga at the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center on select dates throughout the winter. \nEscape the winter blues and connect with your practice in the lush\, tropical setting of the Horticulture Center’s greenhouse. These all-level classes take place on select Sundays and will be led by a rotation of experienced teachers from Tula Yoga. \nABOUT THE HORTICULTURE CENTER: The Horticulture Center in West Fairmount Park\, a modern exhibition hall and greenhouse\, was built for the Bicentennial Celebration in 1976. It sits on the site of the former Horticultural Hall\, a 1876 Centennial Exposition building. Within its walls are a visitor center and greenhouse where one can see many tropical plants and a fine collection of statues interspersed in the greenery. To learn more about the Horticulture Center\, you can visit their Instagram page. \nTICKET PRICE: $15 \nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nPlease bring your own yoga mat. The floor of the Horticulture Center is similar to an outdoor surface. You may want to bring something to place under your yoga mat (both for padding and to keep your yoga mat clean) or be prepared to clean your yoga mat after the class because it will get a little dirty.\nBring your own water and snack.\nThere are bathrooms available inside the Horticulture Center.\nAppropriate for adults and mature adolescents (minors must be ticketed and accompanied by a guardian).\nDue to the large size of the class\, we recommend yogis have at least one yoga class under their belt.\nThe temperature in the greenhouse can get fairly warm. We recommend wearing a t-shirt or tank top underneath winter layers.\nParking is available in the lot across from the Horticulture Center. Please do not leave valuables in your car!\nThere are two yoga classes being offered on each date – one from 10-11 AM and another from 11:15 AM-12:15 PM. The classes will be identical and led by the same instructor so we suggest only signing up for one each day. If attending the second class\, please note that you will not be able to enter the greenhouse until participants from the first class have left.\nParks and Rec staff are now locking the north entry gate behind the Please Touch Museum. The ONLY entrance available is the south entry off of Montgomery Drive.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n  \n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking in the lot across from the Fairmount Park Horticulture Center. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! PLEASE NOTE: if there’s no other event happening\, the Parks and Rec staff may close and lock the entry gate after class. We don’t recommend leaving your car in the lot after class has ended. If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stop is at Belmont Ave and South Georges Hill Drive – a half-mile walk from the start. The closest Indego bike station is at Parkside and Belmont Ave\, Case Building – one mile from the start.\n\n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/greenhouse-yoga-at-the-horticulture-center-5/
LOCATION:Fairmount Park Hortucultural Center\, 100 N. Horticulture Dr.\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T120000
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SUMMARY:Lemon Hill Community Workday
DESCRIPTION:Come volunteer with us for a community workday at Lemon Hill in East Fairmount Park! \n\n\nDATE\nFriday\, February 20 \n\n\n\nTIME\n9:00 am – 12:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\n2995 Sedgley Dr \n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy\, Philadelphia Parks & Recreation\, and Lemon Hill Neighbors Association for a volunteer workday in East Fairmount Park on Friday\, February 20\, from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. \nThis event is open to volunteers of all abilities. All tools and materials — including gloves — will be provided. \nVolunteer projects include: \n\nRemoving invasive species (primary project)\nTrash pick-up\n\n\nMEET-UP LOCATION\n2995 Sedgley Dr\, Philadelphia\, PA 19130 \nLook for our green tent across from Lloyd Hall Recreation Center. \nPlease avoid leaving valuables visible in your vehicle. \n\nEVENT SCHEDULE\n\n9:00 AM — Volunteer check-in\n9:15 AM — Welcome\, project overview\, and safety briefing\n9:20 AM — Group photo\n9:30 AM — Begin projects\n11:45 AM — Wrap up and tool return\n11:50 AM — Closing group photo\n12:00 PM — Event ends\n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO\n\nWear comfortable clothes you don’t mind getting dirty\nClosed-toe shoes required (boots or sneakers — no sandals or flats)\nLong pants and sleeves strongly recommended\nBring a reusable water bottle (refill stations provided)\nGloves required — provided or bring your own\nOptional: hat and sunglasses\n\n\nINCLEMENT WEATHER\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the case of heavy rain or severe weather\, we will cancel and notify registrants. \n\nQuestions? Contact eduenas@myphillypark.org
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/lemon-hill-community-workday/
LOCATION:Lemon Hill\, 3298 Sedgley Drive\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
CATEGORIES:Volunteer Service,Volunteering
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SUMMARY:Park after Dark: Moonwalk + Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a moonlit hike and telescope observation!\n\nDATE\nTuesday\, December 2 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nLemon Hill Drive & Sedgely Drive \n  \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and astronomer/educator Buddy Muhler for a one-mile guided moonwalk and telescope observation.  \nWe’ll start by using the moonlight to guide us on a short hike along the Lemon Hill Rim Trail – a wooded trail that runs high above Kelly Drive and offers views of the Schuylkill River below. Learn a little about the history of the area as well as the nocturnal animals that call the forest home. \nNext\, we’ll turn our attention to the sky with a guided moon and planet/star observation\, depending on the month. Novice and experienced astronomers alike will be given insights and tips by experienced instructor Buddy Muhler. Each attendee will have the chance to travel close up to the moon’s surface by looking through Buddy’s high-powered telescope! Buddy will discuss the lunar cycles and point out interesting visible surface features such as dark gray mares (seas) and white reflective highlands. We’ll gaze at planets or stars and discuss other astronomical wonders of the night sky. \nIf you’re a lunar lunatic\, this is an evening not to miss! \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: Buddy Muhler is a passionate astronomer and science educator. He has over 15 years of experience operating telescopes and educating the public on astronomy\, first at The Franklin Institute and now in his current position with The Academy of Natural Sciences. \nTICKET PRICE: $15 \n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nWe will meet at the Morton McMichael statue at the intersection of Lemon Hill Drive and Sedgely Drive.\nThis hike is roughly one mile in length over a combination of open parkland and hilly trails (moderate exertion).\nPlease note\, new park gates have been installed in the Lemon Hill area. We recommend parking your car OUTSIDE of these gates on Sedgely Drive\, near the Lemon Hill Playground.\nAppropriate for adults and families with children ages six and up. Minors must be registered and accompanied by an adult.\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers). Long pants are recommended for hiking on the narrow trails.\nPlease bring your own water and snacks (drinking water is not available in the park).\nUnfortunately\, there are no nearby bathrooms so please plan accordingly.\nWe will leave a few minutes after the scheduled start time. Please arrive at the departure location at least five minutes early. We cannot guarantee that latecomers can join after the group has departed.\nAttendees are encouraged to bring their own telescopes or high-powered binoculars.\nWe will use moonlight whenever possible\, but for portions of the trail\, we recommend bringing a flashlight\, headlamp\, or fully charged smartphone.\nFeel free to bring blankets/lawn chairs for the telescope observation portion.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: New park gates have been installed in the Lemon Hill area. Since our event goes later\, we recommend parking your car OUTSIDE of these gates\, across from the Lemon Hill Playground on Sedgley Drive. From there\, you can walk up the hill in the direction of Lemon Hill Mansion. You will see a wooden gazebo in the field – that’s where we’ll meet. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, the nearest stops are at 31st and Girard Ave and Art Museum Drive – both are a half-mile walk from the start. The nearest Indego bike station is at 31st and Girard – also a half-mile from the start. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org \nEnjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org \n\n\n\nIn case of inclement weather or cloudy conditions\, the event will be RESCHEDULED to a date with a more favorable forecast\, and participants will be notified via email. If\, for any reason\, this is not possible\, the event will be canceled and attendees will be eligible for a full refund.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/park-after-dark-moonwalk-stargazing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251120T130000
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CREATED:20251110T021826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T021826Z
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SUMMARY:The History and Glory of Philadelphia Community Gardens: A PHS Programmatic Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join Community Garden experts Justin Trezza\, PHS Senior Director of Healthy Neighborhoods\, Jenny Greenberg\, Executive Director of Neighborhoods Garden Trust (NGT)\, and Sally McCabe\, PHS Associate Director of Community Education for Community Gardens to learn about the unique and rich history of Community Gardens in Philadelphia. \nMembers will enjoy stories and memories from years of work in and with Philadelphia Community Gardens\, and get a glimpse into what the future holds for these beloved gardens. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\nDATE\nNovember 20\, 2025 \n\n\nTIME\n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm\n\n\nCOST\n\nFree \n\n\n\nACCESSIBILITY\n\nInformation on how to access the webinar will be sent after registration.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/the-history-and-glory-of-philadelphia-community-gardens-a-phs-programmatic-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T201500
DTSTAMP:20250822T163504Z
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SUMMARY:Sunset on the Schuylkill: Guided Kayak Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy beautiful views of the city skyline and setting sunset with a guided kayak tour on the Schuylkill River!\n\nDATE\nWednesday\, August 27 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:30 pm – 8:15 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nWalnut Street Dock \nPhiladelphia PA 19103 \n\n\n\nThis event has been rescheduled from its original date of August 13. \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Hidden River Outfitters for a picturesque two-mile guided kayak tour on the Schuylkill River. \nThe tour departs from the Walnut Street dock along the Schuylkill River Trail and heads upriver to the Fairmount Water Works\, where you’ll experience a rarely-seen perspective of these historic structures from the water below. Learn interesting facts about the history of the park while enjoying spectacular views of the city skyline at sunset. \nNo gear or kayaking experience necessary — kayaking equipment and instruction provided. \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: Jason Mifflin has owned and operated Hidden River Outfitters since June 2010. From homemade rafts to sea kayaks\, Jason loves to be on the water in anything that floats. He spent much of his life paddling a canoe until he discovered kayaking about fourteen years ago. He appreciates both whitewater and flatwater kayaking for their respective exhilarating and relaxing qualities. Jason enjoys sharing his passion for being outdoors with others and reconnecting people with the rivers they often appreciate but never experience. Jason loves to get folks out on the water\, regardless of their experience\, and expose them to paddling. Also\, as a native of Philadelphia\, he enjoys recounting the history and function of many of the areas that we encounter on our tours. \nTICKET PRICE: $45 \n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nAll attendees must sign a waiver (provided by Hidden River) in order to participate. This waiver will be emailed so please try to sign it before you arrive.\nParental consent is required for those 18 years and under. Not recommended for those under 12.\nThe kayak is roughly two miles roundtrip (moderate exertion).\nPlease dress according to weather conditions.\nBring your own water and snack (drinking water is not available in the park).\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms nearby so please plan accordingly.\nBring bug spray and sunscreen.\nAll tours begin with a brief safety talk and an on-shore kayaking lesson.\nThere will be a spot to lock up belongings (backpacks\, cell phones\, etc.) during the kayak tour.\nThere are only single-person kayaks available for the tour.\nThese kayaking events have a limited capacity. Tickets are not refundable or transferrable within two weeks of the event.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is paid street parking nearby. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, there are bus stops located at Market Street and Schuylkill Ave\, Schuylkill Ave and JFK Blvd\, and 23rd Street and Market – all a little over a 1/4-mile walk. The nearest Indego bike station is at 120 South 24th Street. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org \nEnjoy our programs? Play it forward for Philly parks! Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Fair Play Campaign is creating healthy park infrastructure\, expanding people-centered programs\, and preparing our organization for the future. Learn more and get involved at fairplayphilly.org \n\n\n\nThis event will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions\, the event will be rescheduled or canceled and attendees will be notified via email. If canceled\, attendees are eligible for a full refund.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sunset-on-the-schuylkill-guided-kayak-tour-4/
LOCATION:Walnut Street Dock
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesdays in West Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meditative and reflective program in the greenspace of West Fairmount Park!\n\nDATE\nWednesday\, August 27 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nParkside Edge \nParkside Avenue & W Memorial Hall Dr\nPhiladelphia PA 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Coach Shay of Inner Sanctuary Wellness on the last Wednesday of every month from 6:30–8 PM* for a wellness program set in the beautiful greenspace of West Fairmount Park. \nCoach Shay will blend together restorative yoga and sound healing practices\, allowing for gentle movement and meditation throughout. Participants will leave each program feeling rejuvenated and grounded. \n*Wellness Wednesdays are May-September. (Please note\, September’s program is from 5:45-7:15 PM to account for an earlier sunset.) \nABOUT COACH SHAY: Coach Shay is a fierce self-care/mental health advocate who educates and inspires others on best practices for living an easeful\, more balanced life. After years of working in high-demand corporate roles\, being deprived of rest and experiencing burnout\, she found healing and restoration in practicing yoga and mindfulness. Her journey ignited a passion to help others and in addition to teaching yoga\, she uses her gifts as a sound practitioner and holistic health coach as tools to help others destress and connect with their bodies and breath to find deep rest and healing. Her desire is to help all beings discover balance and vitality\, and as the founder of Inner Sanctuary Wellness\, she mindfully curates experiences and services that allow rest and offer rejuvenation for the mind\, body\, and soul. You can learn more about her work on Instagram at @coachshay2020. \nTICKETS: Free**\, donations appreciated. Registration is required. \n**We are proud to be able to offer these events for free. However\, there is limited capacity for the event. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend. \n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nWe will meet at Parkside Edge\, located along Parkside Avenue in between East and West Memorial Drive. It shows up as ‘Parkside Park’ in most navigation apps.\nWe will walk from Parkside Edge to the program location – roughly a 1/4-mile walk on flat sidewalks.\nClasses will take place in a grassy field.\nPlease bring your own yoga mat.\nWe recommend you bring something to place under your yoga mat\, such as a towel\, to keep it protected from “the elements” (grassy surface\, sometimes damp after recent rain\, etc.).\nAn eye mask/pillow is optional but nice to have for the sound bath portion.\nPlease note that this program is gentle\, restorative\, and slow\, focusing on stillness and relaxation. It may not be a perfect fit for those looking for more of a high-impact yoga class.\nAppropriate for adults and mature adolescents (minors must be ticketed and accompanied by a guardian).\nThis event is held entirely outside so please dress according to weather conditions.\nBring your water (drinking water is not available in the park).\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms nearby so please plan accordingly.\nBring sunscreen and bug spray.\nSpace is limited in each program and registration is required. If you cannot attend an event\, please show courtesy to fellow parkgoers and try to cancel your registration with advance notice so that someone else can participate. Repeat no-shows may not be able to register for future free events.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: Parkside Edge is located along Parkside Avenue\, between East and West Memorial Drive. There is plenty of free parking in the area. As always\, never leave valuables in your car!  \n\n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org. \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wellness-wednesdays-in-west-park-2/
LOCATION:Parkside Edge\, Parkside Avenue & W Memorial Hall Dr\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250816T100000
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SUMMARY:Community Paddle Boating at FDR Park
DESCRIPTION:See FDR Park from a new perspective with a paddle on the lake!\n\nDATE\nSaturday\, August 16 \n\n\n\nTIME\n10:00 am – 2:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nFDR Park Boathouse \nFDR Park\nPhiladelphia PA 19145 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Independence Seaport Museumfor free paddle boating at FDR Park on select dates in the summer and fall! \nPaddle boats are an easy and safe way for families and people of all ages to explore Edgewood Lake\, just behind the FDR Park Boathouse. As you pedal around\, use the kid-friendly binoculars provided to spot turtles\, ducks\, blooming flowers\, and maybe even a great blue heron –the long-legged shore bird the boats are shaped after. \nThis event is geared toward our FDR Park neighbors. \nChildren must be able to fit into a life jacket (30+ pounds) in order to participate. Waivers must be signed beforehand\, and all minors must have an adult available to sign for them. There is no place to store belongings while out on the water\, so we recommend bringing a small bag/waterproof case to store them in. We suggest having at least two people on each boat to balance pedaling; boats cannot hold more than four people. \nTICKET PRICE: Free\, no pre-registration required \nABOUT INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM: The Independence Seaport Museum\, located along the Delaware River at Penn’s Landing\, invites visitors of all ages to discover Philadelphia’s river of history and world of connections. With water as the unifying thread\, stories of those who lived and worked along our regional waterways come to life through award-winning exhibitions. Our historic ships\, the Olympia and the Becuna\, connect Philadelphia to the rest of the world\, telling tales about the people and cultures they have interacted with on their journeys. These stories are woven into every aspect of the visitor’s journey\, from the first time they enter the lobby to when they walk off the gangway of Olympia. \n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org. \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/community-paddle-boating-at-fdr-park-2/
LOCATION:FDR Park Boathouse\, South Broad Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19145\, United States
CATEGORIES:Boating
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T183000
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SUMMARY:Sunset on the Schuylkill: Guided Kayak Tour
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy beautiful views of the city skyline and setting sunset with a guided kayak tour on the Schuylkill River!\n\nDATE\nWednesday\, August 13 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:30 pm – 8:15 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nWalnut Street Dock \nPhiladelphia PA 19103 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Hidden River Outfitters for a picturesque two-mile guided kayak tour on the Schuylkill River. \nThe tour departs from the Walnut Street dock along the Schuylkill River Trail and heads upriver to the Fairmount Water Works\, where you’ll experience a rarely-seen perspective of these historic structures from the water below. Learn interesting facts about the history of the park while enjoying spectacular views of the city skyline at sunset. \nNo gear or kayaking experience necessary — kayaking equipment and instruction provided. \nINSTRUCTOR BIO: Jason Mifflin has owned and operated Hidden River Outfitters since June 2010. From homemade rafts to sea kayaks\, Jason loves to be on the water in anything that floats. He spent much of his life paddling a canoe until he discovered kayaking about fourteen years ago. He appreciates both whitewater and flatwater kayaking for their respective exhilarating and relaxing qualities. Jason enjoys sharing his passion for being outdoors with others and reconnecting people with the rivers they often appreciate but never experience. Jason loves to get folks out on the water\, regardless of their experience\, and expose them to paddling. Also\, as a native of Philadelphia\, he enjoys recounting the history and function of many of the areas that we encounter on our tours. \nTICKET PRICE: $45 \n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nAll attendees must sign a waiver (provided by Hidden River) in order to participate. This waiver will be emailed so please try to sign it before you arrive.\nParental consent is required for those 18 years and under. Not recommended for those under 12.\nThe kayak is roughly two miles roundtrip (moderate exertion).\nPlease dress according to weather conditions.\nBring your own water and snack (drinking water is not available in the park).\nUnfortunately\, there are no bathrooms nearby so please plan accordingly.\nBring bug spray and sunscreen.\nAll tours begin with a brief safety talk and an on-shore kayaking lesson.\nThere will be a spot to lock up belongings (backpacks\, cell phones\, etc.) during the kayak tour.\nThere are only single-person kayaks available for the tour.\nThese kayaking events have a limited capacity. Tickets are not refundable or transferrable within two weeks of the event.\nImportant pre-event information and any event updates are sent out via email. Please make sure the email address entered is correct and that you check it before coming out to the event.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is paid street parking nearby. As always\, NEVER leave valuables in your car! If traveling by public transit\, there are bus stops located at Market Street and Schuylkill Ave\, Schuylkill Ave and JFK Blvd\, and 23rd Street and Market – all a little over a 1/4-mile walk. The nearest Indego bike station is at 120 South 24th Street. \n\nQUESTIONS? Please reach out to programs@myphillypark.org \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sunset-on-the-schuylkill-guided-kayak-tour-3/
LOCATION:Walnut Street Dock
CATEGORIES:Kayak
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SUMMARY:Trails to Ales: Guided Hike + Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a brewing history hike through East Fairmount Park!\n\nDATE\nThursday\, July 31 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nMount Pleasant Mansion \n3800 Mt Pleasant Drive\nPhiladelphia PA 19121 \n\n\n\nJoin John Sigmund\, Fairmount Park Conservancy’s Director of Sponsorships and Partnerships\, for a hiking tour to explore the history of brewing and beer gardens around East Fairmount Park. Naturally\, we’ll end the hike at a modern-day park beer garden – the Waterworks Cider House and Beer Garden! \nAs the name of the Brewerytown neighborhood that borders East Park indicates\, Philadelphia was a beer-brewing town. In fact\, in the late 19th century\, with over 30 breweries\, we were the brewing capital of America! Before the city created the park\, the banks of the Schuylkill River were valuable to emerging breweries for the harvesting and storage of ice and for the cold storage of lager beer in underground vaults. Also\, after acquiring several historic houses with the establishment of Fairmount Park\, the city sought ways to re-adapt them and the properties were leased as beer gardens enjoyed by a growing German population. The hike will discuss this and many other intoxicating aspects of beer history in Fairmount Park. \nPLEASE NOTE: This is NOT a loop hike! It’s a one-way hike beginning at Mount Pleasant Mansion and ending at the Waterworks Cider House and Beer Garden. We strongly suggest using Uber/Lyft\, public transit\, or Indego bike share to arrive at the starting point so you do not have to return for your vehicle/bike. \n\nStarting Location: Mount Pleasant Mansion (3800 Mt Pleasant Drive\, Philadelphia PA 19121)\nEnding location: Waterworks Cider and Beer Garden (640 Waterworks Drive\, Philadelphia PA 19130)\n\n\nINSTRUCTOR BIO: John Sigmund is a multidisciplinary artist\, history lover\, and urban park enthusiast with years of experience as a nonprofit manager and arts educator. Born and raised in Philadelphia\, he spent a decade living in Austin\, San Antonio\, and New York City\, but made a happy homecoming to go back to school at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts. John has the proud distinction of actually living in Fairmount Park– he and his partner\, Jaime\, are resident caretakers at Lemon Hill Mansion. And although Lemon Hill is his home base\, John is an enthusiastic advocate for all of the historic houses in the park system. \nABOUT COSMIC CAFE\, THE COSMIC FOUNDATION\, AND THE WATERWORKS CIDER AND BEER GARDEN: The Cosmic Foundation was founded in 2018 by Peg Botto\, owner and chef at Cosmic Catering. She has a background in Human Services as a QIDP (Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professional) and has carried that experience with her in the food business. Cosmic hires and trains employees who have developmental disabilities. Most staff start out as dishwashers and then are trained in other areas. A percentage of all profits from Cosmic Cafe and the Waterworks Cider and Beer Garden go towards the Cosmic Foundation\, which helps disabled individuals learn valuable life skills that will help them in their everyday tasks. To find out more about the Cosmic Cafe/Foundation\, click here. \nTICKET PRICES: $10 \n\n\nKNOW BEFORE YOU GO: \n\nThe hike is roughly two miles over a combination of open parkland and hilly trails (moderate exertion).\nPlease dress according to weather conditions and wear good hiking shoes (boots/sneakers).\nBring your own water and snack (drinking water is not available in the park).\nBring bug spray and sunscreen.\nThere are bathrooms at the end location but not at the start or along the route\, so please plan accordingly.\nDrinks at the Waterworks Cider and Beer Garden are not part of the ticket cost.\nWell-behaved dogs on leashes are permitted on the hike and in the beer garden.\nSpecial notes for the beer garden: The beer garden is 21+ to enter with valid\, government-issued photo identification. Children\, families\, and anyone under 21 are welcome to join as long as they are accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.\n\n\nPARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking in the park. As always\, never leave valuables in your car! We strongly suggest using Uber/Lyft\, public transit\, or Indego bike share to arrive at the starting point so you do not have to return for your vehicle/bike. The closest bus stop/Indego station to the starting location is at 33rd and Oxford – a roughly 15-minute walk along Reservoir Drive to Mount Pleasant. \n\n\nQUESTIONS?: Feel free to reach out to programs@myphillypark.org. \n 
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/trails-to-ales-guided-hike-drinks/
LOCATION:Mount Pleasant Mansion\, 3800 Mt Pleasant Dr\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19121\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wellness Wednesdays in West Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a meditative and reflective program in the greenspace of West Fairmount Park!\n\nDATE\nWednesday\, July 30 \n\n\n\nTIME\n6:30 pm – 8:00 pm \n\n\n\nLOCATION\nParkside Edge \nParkside Avenue & W Memorial Hall Dr\nPhiladelphia PA 19131 \n\n\n\nJoin Fairmount Park Conservancy and Coach Shay of Inner Sanctuary Wellness on the last Wednesday of every month from 6:30–8 PM* for a wellness program set in the beautiful greenspace of West Fairmount Park. \nCoach Shay will blend together restorative yoga and sound healing practices\, allowing for gentle movement and meditation throughout. Participants will leave each program feeling rejuvenated and grounded. \n*JULY SPECIAL*: We Walk PHL will be leading a walk before the wellness program in July. The walk will be from 5:45-6:30 PM and will also meet/end at Parkside Edge. Wellness Wednesday participants are welcome to join! \n*Wellness Wednesdays are May-September. (Please note\, September’s program is from 5:45-7:15 PM to account for an earlier sunset.) \nABOUT COACH SHAY: Coach Shay is a fierce self-care/mental health advocate who educates and inspires others on best practices for living an easeful\, more balanced life. After years of working in high-demand corporate roles\, being deprived of rest and experiencing burnout\, she found healing and restoration in practicing yoga and mindfulness. Her journey ignited a passion to help others and in addition to teaching yoga\, she uses her gifts as a sound practitioner and holistic health coach as tools to help others destress and connect with their bodies and breath to find deep rest and healing. Her desire is to help all beings discover balance and vitality\, and as the founder of Inner Sanctuary Wellness\, she mindfully curates experiences and services that allow rest and offer rejuvenation for the mind\, body\, and soul. You can learn more about her work on Instagram at @coachshay2020. \nTICKETS: Free**\, donations appreciated. Registration is required. \n**We are proud to be able to offer these events for free. However\, there is limited capacity for the event. Last-minute cancellations and no-shows can take away tickets from others. We ask that you be mindful of this and please only register if you plan to attend.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wellness-wednesdays-in-west-park/
LOCATION:Parkside Edge\, Parkside Avenue & W Memorial Hall Dr\, Philadelphia\, 19131\, United States
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