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Roots, Rapids, and Rittenhouse with Melvin Chappell, Sheryl Neckritz, and Debbie Hoellein

Blue Bell Hill Parking Lot Philadelphia, PA, United States

Photo courtesy of Melvin Chappell Meeting at Blue Bell Hill Parking Lot Join Trail Ambassadors Melvin, Debbie, and Sheryl for an early Autumn hike to explore some of the delights of the lesser-visited southern part of the park. Some of the highlights will include visiting the arboretum at Historic RittenhouseTown, observing massive roots of a fallen tulip poplar, hearing rushing rapids, and seeing the view from Lovers Leap. This hike is suitable for ages 12 and up. Distance: 3.5 miles Level: Difficult (many inclines and declines, uneven surfaces) Registration is required for all hikes so that participants can be informed of weather

Early Morning Summer Hike with Mary Oliver, Led by Jean McWilliams and Lisa Kleiman

Blue Bell Hill Parking Lot Philadelphia, PA, United States

Photo courtesy of Erik Dasbach Meet at the Blue Bell Hill Parking Lot Come join us for the fourth in a series of Mary Oliver hikes, this time focusing on poems in which Oliver celebrates the season of summer. We are planning an early start to beat the summer heat, beginning at Blue Bell Trailhead and including sections of the Yellow Trail as well as a stop at Historic RittenhouseTown. The distance is 3-3.5 miles and the hike is moderate in difficulty. Children 12 years of age and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult; no dogs except for

Watershed Wellness Walks at Blue Bell Hill with Margaret Kinnevy & Lisa Kleiman

Blue Bell Hill Parking Lot Philadelphia, PA, United States

Blue Bell Hill Parking Lot Come join us on a set of 2 Watershed Wellness Walks to deepen your connection to nature and to the Wissahickon Watershed. During our walk, we will be guided into slowness, stillness, and quietude to better receive what is happening in the life around us and within. This walk will be repeated at this location on April 19, allowing us to see the dramatic change in scenery after the trees have leafed out. Our path will take us on trails of varied terrain, connecting with nature through slow paced observation and sensory awareness intended to