Join Fairmount Park Conservancy and experienced bike tour guide Graham Robb on a five-mile, all-levels bike ride of West Fairmount Park on Saturday, November 9 from 9 AM–12 PM.
The guided bike ride will highlight the history, hidden gems, and stories of interesting places in West Fairmount Park. Graham is a great storyteller who will share many perspectives on our park’s past, present, and future.
INSTRUCTOR BIO: Graham Robb is a “retired” lawyer who enjoys biking, hiking, gardening, and learning anything new. When he is not officiating high school sports he volunteers much of his time with various organizations including Habitat for Humanity for whom he leads teams of volunteers on builds around the world. A lifelong resident of Philadelphia, Graham is something of a history and genealogy buff – having traced his Philadelphia ancestors back to the 1680s – and loves sharing past and current stories about his favorite city.
TICKET PRICE: FREE in honor of Love Your Park. Donations appreciated.
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KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:
-The bike ride is roughly five miles (moderate exertion). Most of the ride is flat; however, there will be some hilly sections.
-This event is BYOB….as in, bring your own bike and helmet.
-Everyone must wear a helmet at all times. Riders who arrive without a helmet will not be permitted to join the tour.
-Appropriate for adults and families with children ages 14 and up. Minors must be registered and accompanied by an adult.
-Please dress according to weather conditions.
-Please bring your own water and snack (drinking water is not available in the park).
-There are a limited number of bathrooms available in the park (mostly porta-potties) so please plan accordingly.
-The bike ride visit many historic places in the park but does not go inside most spaces.
-Space is limited so please only register if you plan to attend.
PARKING/GETTING THERE: There is plenty of free parking in the park. As always, do not leave valuables in your car. If you are traveling by public transit, the nearest station is at Parkside Ave and 40th Street. The nearest Indego bike station is roughly a half-mile away at the Philadelphia Zoo (1046 North 34th Street).
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY: This 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.
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