August 2024

CANCELED Summer Nature Science Pop Up: Learn about PA Mammals

Gingko Lawn

Stop by for an interactive, nature science-based lesson and craft, featuring special guest Haley from the Pennsylvania Game Commission. Learn about some of the animals that inhabit PA while exploring mammal furs and skulls. Get a close-up look at what these mammals look and feel like, while also determining their niche just based off of...


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Event Series Wednesday Free Fishing

CANCELED Wednesday Free Fishing

Dock & Community Boathouse
Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA

Wednesdays are for fishing! All ages are welcome, no experience is necessary. Free rods, tackle, bait and basic instruction for catch-and-release fishing on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Catch and release only. No fishing license or pre-registration is required. Program may be canceled in the event of inclement weather or unsafe river conditions...


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Sankofa Farm Stand at Bartram’s Village

Come purchase fresh, chemical-free inspirited local produce straight from Sankofa Community Farm every Thursday at the Bartram’s Village apartments (54th & Lindbergh Blvd entrance), now through mid-November! EBT, cash, WIC Farmer’s Market vouchers, and Senior vouchers are all accepted methods of payment (standard retail WIC vouchers are not accepted). You can also catch the Sankofa...


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Meditations in the Garden: Mindful Parenting

This session of the Meditations in the Garden series is "Summer Vacation" for parents and teens/tweens. Come rest and revitalize your physical and mental health with moments of mindfulness, meditation, and group yoga in the Garden. This free series, facilitated by Luna and organized in partnership with Family Practice and Counseling Network (FPCN) requires no...


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Event Series Saturday Free Boating

CANCELED Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse
Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Free

Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill levels. Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction for kayaking and row boating provided--first come, first served. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. The program may be canceled in the event...


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Event Series Saturday Free Boating

CANCELED Saturday Free Boating

Dock & Community Boathouse
Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA
Free

Due to the ongoing investigation into the chemical contamination on the Bartram Mile Trail, all boating at the Garden have been canceled until further notice. For more details, please visit www.bartramsgarden.org/2024contamination. Join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River! No pre-registration or experience is necessary. Suitable for all ages and skill...


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Biking Level 1.5: Beginner Group Ride & Urban Riding Basics

Bike Container

A slow-paced, all levels, little to no experience needed, beginner ride highlighting Bartram’s Bike Trail. Bike Ride Leader highlights how to properly wear a helmet, ABC quick check (Air, Breaks, Chain), basic hand signals, trail etiquette related to signaling, passing on the left, overview of the Circuit Trails, Swing Bridge Project, and future connection to...


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I'm interested in:

Biking & Walking

Birds

Boating & Fishing

Flowers, Plants & Trees

Gardening

History

Kids' Activities

Sankofa Community Farm

Southwest Philadelphia

Water Quality

Workshops, Wellness & Culture

Youth Internships

I'm interested in:

Biking & Walking

Stroll the Schuylkill River Trail or join us for biking!

Birds

Look up! More than 100 species of birds rely on this ecosystem.

Boating & Fishing

Enjoy all that the Tidal Schuylkill River has to offer.

Flowers, Plants & Trees

See what’s blooming, find a favorite tree, and stroll the gardens and natural lands.

Gardening

Bring the Garden home! Shop for plants or grow food, trees, and more.

History

Uncover the interconnected stories of this historic site.

Kids' Activities

Join us year-round to learn, make, share, and wonder.

Sankofa Community Farm

“Go back and get it!” Growing food sovereignty with an African Diaspora focus.

Southwest Philadelphia

Resources and opportunities especially for neighbors in Southwest Philly.

Water Quality

Find our latest data on the river’s bacteria levels and recent rainfall.

Workshops, Wellness & Culture

Enjoy upcoming workshops, self-care, and events. Are you a Southwest artist? Let’s partner!

Youth Internships

Calling Southwest students: paid internships available with the river, the farm, and the trees.