PARK 101: Intro to Kayaking at FDR Lakes
PARK 101: Intro to Kayaking at FDR Lakes
Philadelphia, PA
PARK 101 Intro to Kayaking Class is designed to teach basics about kayaking. This class is best suited for students who have little or no experience kayaking - although all are welcome! > SESSION I: 9-11 am > SESSION II: 11 am - 1 pm This 2 hour class will introduce you to the fundamentals of ka…
Saturday, October 30 2021
9:00 AM
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1:00 PM
Morning on the Meadows: Sunrise Hike with Brad Maule
Morning on the Meadows: Sunrise Hike with Brad Maule
Philadelphia, PA
Start the day right with a sunrise hike! Veteran hike leader of Brad Maule believes in you. Brad insists that a core group of morning hikers and and sun worshipers can achieve the impossible… starting a park event at the crack of dawn! So prove Brad right by joining us on the Belmont Plateau in t…
Sat, Sep 25 2021
6:45 AM
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Sat, Nov 6 2021
10:00 AM
Yoga in the Park (various locations)
Yoga in the Park (various locations)
Philadelphia, PA
This fall, find your peaceful place in the greenspace! There's no better way to connect with your practice and with other people than outdoor yoga. Join us for a socially-distanced yoga classes held in East Fairmount Park. These all-levels classes take place Sundays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM and w…
Sun, Jun 13 2021
10:00 AM
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Sun, Nov 14 2021
11:00 AM
Take a Hike on the Trolley Trail!
Take a Hike on the Trolley Trail!
Philadelphia, PA
Join Kevin Roche, Fairmount Park Conservancy staff member, hike leader, and Trolley Trail enthusiast for a hike through the park's fascinating past and present! The Fairmount Park Trolley operated in East & West Park from 1896-1946 providing a reliable and enjoyable means of accessing park amenitie…
Sat, May 1 2021
10:00 AM
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Sun, Nov 21 2021
12:30 PM
Birdwatching Walks with Jason (various locations)
Birdwatching Walks with Jason (various locations)
Philadelphia, PA
Join science educator and passionate bird watcher Jason Hall for a friendly, all-ages bird watching walk around Fairmount Park and FDR Park. Jason (aka: The Birding Beardsman @birdingbeardsmn ) is a scientist, photographer, animal lover, and community activist who is passionate about sharing the wo…
Sat, May 22 2021
9:00 AM
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Sat, Nov 20 2021
10:00 AM
West Park Birdwatching Walks with Gina
West Park Birdwatching Walks with Gina
Philadelphia, PA
Join Gina Gilliam for a friendly, all-ages bird watching in West Park. Gina, who has been visiting the Concourse Lake area since childhood, has been an inspiring environmental educator for decades. Her experience includes environmental education at the Philadelphia Zoo, Memorial Hall, the National …
Sat, Apr 3 2021
9:00 AM
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Sat, Nov 6 2021
10:00 AM
PARK AFTER DARK: Moonwalk with Brad Maule
PARK AFTER DARK: Moonwalk with Brad Maule
Philadelphia, PA
We're excited to have MOONWALKS back...our full moon hike series in the spring and fall! Join lunar loving hike leader Brad Maule and Public Programs Coordinator John Sigmund on a hike under the light of November's "Beaver Moon" or "Frost Moon" (let's just hope it's not TOO frosty!) We'll use the…
Mon, Apr 26 2021
8:00 PM
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Fri, Nov 19 2021
7:30 PM
PARK AFTER DARK: Stargazing in the Grass
PARK AFTER DARK: Stargazing in the Grass
Philadelphia, PA
Meet on the hill and let your eyes wander the skies! Join astronomy educator Buddy Muhler and stargazers of all ages at Lemon Hill and Belmont Plateau (location changes each month-see below) to learn about the astronomical wonders of the night sky. We'll gaze at planets and the waxing crescent moo…
Tue, Jun 15 2021
8:30 PM
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Thu, Nov 18 2021
8:00 PM
Tree Tour & Fireside Chat with Dan the Tree Man
Tree Tour & Fireside Chat with Dan the Tree Man
Philadelphia, PA
Take a TREE-mendous tour of our park's biggest and most abundant assets. Did you know that there are over 100 species of trees in the Fairmount Park system? Let's take a hike to meet a few! Join arborist Dan O'Donnell, aka: "Dan the Tree Man" for a tree huggers hike through the Trolley Trail in We…
Sat, Nov 20 2021
3:00 PM
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Mon, Nov 22 2021
6:00 PM
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 Evolve Phi…
Sun, May 2 2021
10:00 AM
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Sat, Oct 30 2021
1:00 PM
