FDR Park Walk and Talk
FDR Park Walk and Talk
Philadelphia, PA
Join Maura McCarthy, Fairmount Park Conservancy's Executive Director and Justin DiBerardinis, FDR Park's Director for a series of "Walk and Talks" at FDR Park. Exciting changes are coming to FDR Park over the next several years as part of the FDR Park Plan. Join us for an approximately 2 hour tour…
Sat, Feb 5 2022
9:30 AM
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Sun, Sep 18 2022
11:30 AM
Discover Strawberry Mansion: Neighborhood and East Park Walking Tour
Discover Strawberry Mansion: Neighborhood and East Park Walking Tour
Philadelphia, PA
Learn about the past, present and future of Strawberry Mansion and nearby East Park through the eyes of longtime resident, historian, and community organizer Judith Robinson. Strawberry Mansion has always had a close connection to the park. In fact, the neighborhood is named after a prominent plac…
Sat, Aug 13 2022
10:00 AM
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Sun, Sep 18 2022
12:30 PM
Walk to the End of the World: labyrinth walk and hike to the Cave of Kelpius
Walk to the End of the World: labyrinth walk and hike to the Cave of Kelpius
Philadelphia, PA
Join us on a full moon evening as we follow in the footsteps of a fabled mystic monk of the Wissahickon named Johannes Kelpius. The mystical guru arrived in newly-founded, religiously tolerant Philadelphia from Germany in 1694 and chose the wild and beautiful Wissahickon as the best place to await …
Wednesday, August 10 2022
7:00 PM
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10:00 PM
Paddle the Lakes! Guided Kayak Tour of FDR Park
Paddle the Lakes! Guided Kayak Tour of FDR Park
Philadelphia, PA
Did you know that FDR is the only park with publicly accessible lakes and an active boating program? Come see for yourself by joining our guided kayak tour of the three connected bodies of water: Pattison Lagoon, Edgewood Lake, and Hollander Creek. Kayaking on the flat waters of "The Lakes" with i…
Sat, May 21 2022
9:00 AM
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Sat, Sep 17 2022
1:00 PM
Sunset on the Schuylkill: Evening Guided Kayak Tour
Sunset on the Schuylkill: Evening Guided Kayak Tour
Philadelphia, PA
Join us for an evening guided kayak tour of the Schuylkill River below the dam (falls at Water Works ). Kayaking on the tidal Schuylkill offers a whole new perspective on our city and its water source. Tour departs from the Walnut Street dock along the Schuylkill River Trail and heads upriver to t…
Thu, Jun 17 2021
6:45 PM
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Thu, Sep 22 2022
7:15 PM
Historic Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt (Fall 2022)
Historic Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt (Fall 2022)
Philadelphia, PA
Discover the fascinating past and present of Fairmount Park on this fun and engaging 3 hour scavenger hunt! After a three-year pandemic hiatus, we’re thrilled to announce the return of the one day, in-person Historic Fairmount Park Scavenger Hunt! Unlike the self-paced digital scavenger hunts from…
Saturday, September 24 2022
10:00 AM
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2:00 PM
East Park Bird Walk with Keith Russell
East Park Bird Walk with Keith Russell
Philadelphia, PA
Join us for a bird walk to East Park's hidden hot spots, led by Keith Russell, urban conservation program manager for the National Audubon Society’s Philadelphia-based chapter. Each year millions of birds migrate through the city of Philadelphia and many of these birds use our parks as stopover s…
Sunday, September 25 2022
8:00 AM
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10:00 AM
"Older Homes & Gardens": Guided Walking Tour of East Park's Historic House Grounds
"Older Homes & Gardens": Guided Walking Tour of East Park's Historic House Grounds
Philadelphia, PA
Join us for a special walking tour of three of East Park’s historic houses with award-winning gardens: Ormiston Mansion, Woodford Mansion, and Historic Strawberry Mansion! The "Park Charms" - Fairmount Park’s unique grouping of colonial homes get much attention for the antique collections containe…
Sunday, July 31 2022
3:00 PM
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6:00 PM
West Park Bird Hike with Holger
West Park Bird Hike with Holger
Philadelphia, PA
Join experienced bird watcher and trip leader Holger Pflicke for a brisk bird hike on the Trolley Trail! West Fairmount Park is an excellent location to connect with nature and its large woods provide a great opportunity to get one closer to the 10,000-steps-a-day goal. This time of year, Philly's …
Sat, Apr 30 2022
8:00 AM
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Sun, Aug 28 2022
10:00 AM
Guided Hike & Meditation with Nicole & Ambrose (various locations)
Guided Hike & Meditation with Nicole & Ambrose (various locations)
(for specific location), PA
Enjoy a hike to explore Fairmount Park’s hidden gems followed by a guided meditation. No prior experience with hiking or meditation required! Hike portion led by park enthusiast and member Ambrose Crenshaw. Meditation portion led by local yoga teacher and personal coach, Nicole Taylor of Joyful Pau…
Sun, May 2 2021
10:00 AM
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Sun, Sep 18 2022
12:30 PM
