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Mayors Health & Fitness Hikes in Fairmount Park
Spring 2002 Hikes! It has been said that Philadelphia is one of the fattest and most unhealthy cities in the nation. Well not anymore! Its time to get fit, and theres no better place to get in shape than in our very own Fairmount Park, renowned as one of the largest and most beautiful urban park systems in the country. Join Fairmount Park staff or volunteers as we hike along woodland streams, pass by some of the countrys oldest historic homes, or catch a view of the city skyline from a commanding hillside. Walking reduces personal stress and will make you feel great. Join us for fitness hikes close to your neighborhood or be adventurous and attend them all! Fitness hikes are free. Bring a friend! Wear sneakers or hiking shoes and bring water. Each hike is rated easy, moderate, or challenging. For information and directions about specific hikes, call the number listed with the hike below. Lets have fun as we get fit and free from unhealthy lifestyles! |
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Get in shape on this six-mile hike along portions of the more rugged orange trail where we will pass by forest restoration sites and enjoy birds and plants along the way. We will start at Bells Mill Road, hike to the famous Devils Pool and nearby Shakespeare Rock, and return along Forbidden Drive. If everyone is up to it, we might take a return alternate trail higher up the side of the gorge. Meet at Bells Mill picnic area at Forbidden Drive and Bells Mill Road. For info, call Wissahickon Environmental Center at 215 685-9285.
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Limber up on this three-mile hike while exploring field, forest and wetlands habitat. A highlight will be observing butterflies and identifying wildflowers in Pennypacks best meadow habitat. Bring a bag lunch. Meet at Pennypack Environmental Center on Verree Road. For info, call Pennypack Environmental Center at 215 685-0470.
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Join Fairmount Park environmental educators for an informative and invigorating walk along Cobbs Creek in West Philadelphia. Come prepared to be awed by the diversity and beauty of this rich and dynamic section of Fairmount Park where we may see the Belted Kingfisher and Carolina Wrens. Meet at the new Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Education Center at 63rd & Catharine Streets. For info, call 215 685-1900.
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Sponsored by the Fairmount Park Commission Environmental Education Division And the Mayors Health & Fitness Office
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