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SUMMARY:Big Rocks\, Big Trees Part 2 with Lisa Myers and Debra Brackett
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Hermit Lane Trailhead Kiosk (see map here)\nSome of the biggest Tulip trees in the Wissahickon await you on this 3.5 mile hike using a lesser traveled footpath in the Lower Wissahickon. On the way we will see other Wissahickon iconic landmarks such as Kelpius Cave and 100 Steps. Along the paved bike path\, we will observe large gneiss exposures and different tree species. This hike is intended for adults\, and please leave pets at home (except service animals)\nDistance: 3.5 miles\nDifficulty Level: Difficult (many inclines and declines\, uneven surfaces)\nAudience: Ages 18+\nParking: Please park on Barnes Street and walk over rather than parking next to the trailhead\, as car break-ins are known to occur along Hermit Lane.\nRestrooms: There will not be bathroom access during our hike.\nRegistration is required for all events so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations.\nUnless otherwise specified\, Trail Ambassador Walks may be on rocky\, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks. Walks are cancelled in heavy rain or icy conditions. Service animals are always welcome. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org. Visit www.fow.org for updates.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/big-rocks-big-trees-part-2-with-lisa-myers-and-debra-brackett/
LOCATION:Hermit Lane Trailhead Kiosk\, 6201 2nd St E\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Hermit Lane Trailhead (see map here)\nWe recommend parking on Barnes Street and walking over rather than next to the trailhead\, as car break-ins are known to occur along Hermit Lane.\nPlease note that there will not be bathroom access during the service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Trail work: using long-handled tools\, moving heavy objects\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wednesday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-41/
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Hermit Lane Trailhead\nPlease park along Barnes Street rather than next to the trailhead\, as there are frequent car break-ins along Hermit Lane.\nPlease note that there will not be bathroom access at this service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wednesday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-22/
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SUMMARY:Sunday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at Hermit Lane Trailhead\nPlease park along Barnes Street rather than next to the trailhead\, as there are frequent car break-ins along Hermit Lane.\nPlease note that there will not be bathroom access at this service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sunday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-19/
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at the Hermit Lane Pine Grove\nThis location will require about a 5-minute hike to access from the available parking areas. It is not advised to park on Hermit Lane\, as it is the site of frequent break-ins.\nPlease note that there will not be bathroom access during the service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join us for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Planting: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Drain Cleaning: carrying and using long handled tools\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/wednesday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-15/
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SUMMARY:Sunday Volunteer Service Day with David Bower
DESCRIPTION:Meeting at the Hermit Lane Pine Grove\nThis location will require about a 5-minute hike to access from the available parking areas. It is not advised to park on Hermit Lane\, as it is the site of frequent break-ins.\nPlease note that there will not be bathroom access during the service day.\nWould you like to be part of keeping Wissahickon Valley Park beautiful and sustainable? Then join longtime Wissahickon steward David Bower and his dedicated team of Crew Leaders and Trail Ambassadors for a variety of stewardship projects!\nAll are welcome to attend\, and no experience is needed. We encourage attendees to work within their own comfort level\, and we always strive to accommodate needs on an individual basis. With that being said\, this service day may include the following activities:\n• Plantings: bending over\, crouching/squatting\, carrying up to 20 lbs\n• Invasive plant removal: bending over\, using long handled tools\n• Litter clean-up\n• Graffiti removal\n• Repetitive motions\nWe provide gloves\, tools\, and instruction–you just need to show up! Be sure to wear sturdy footwear and long pants\, and remember to bring water with you. Detailed information and confirmation of the meeting location will be sent by email the day before the event. If you are hoping to bring a group of 5 or more people\, please reach out to us first. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/sunday-volunteer-service-day-with-david-bower-13/
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SUMMARY:Big Rocks\, Big Trees Hike with Lisa Myers
DESCRIPTION:Photo courtesy of Hallam Harper\nMeeting at the Hermit Lane Trailhead Kiosk\nSome of the biggest trees in the Wissahickon await you on this 3.0 mile hike using a lesser traveled footpath in the Lower Wissahickon. On the way we will see other iconic landmarks such as Kelpius Cave\, 100 Steps\, and Lovers Leap. Along the paved bike path\, we will observe large gneiss exposures and various tree species. Some sections of our route will be along a narrow footpath with very uneven steep footing so be sure of your comfort level on this type of trail. Please leave pets at home (except service animals).\nThis hike is for ages 18+.\nDistance: 3 miles\nLevel: Difficult (many inclines and declines\, uneven surfaces)\nRegistration is required for all hikes so that participants can be informed of weather or other emergency cancellations. \nUnless otherwise specified\, Trail Ambassador Walks may be on rocky\, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks. Walks are cancelled in heavy rain. Service animals are always welcome. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org. Visit www.fow.org for updates.\nRegister below!
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/big-rocks-big-trees-hike-with-lisa-myers/
LOCATION:Hermit Lane Trailhead Kiosk\, 6201 2nd St E\, Philadelphia\, PA\, United States
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