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FOW relies on member and volunteer support to help care for the 1,800-acre Wissahickon Valley Park for people and wildlife alike. Visit and get involved today!
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News & Events
Celebrating 95 Years of Stewardship in a Super Mega Way!
by Sarah Marley, Director of Development & Outreach This year, Friends of the Wissahickon marks 95 years of stewardship of Wissahickon Valley Park and celebrates an era of the organization’s transformation. Founded in 1924 when...
All Trails Challenge: Ready, Set…
Spend your summer exploring Wissahickon Valley Park for the 2019 All Trails Challenge! Mark your calendars folks, the All Trails Challenge 2019 is starting early this year! We want you in Wissahickon Valley Park hiking,...
A Unique Take on the All Trails Challenge
We know hiking, riding, or running all 50 miles of trails in the Wissahickon can be a little daunting and sometimes you don’t know where to begin. FOW Trail Ambassador Matthew Kokoszka completed the All...
May24th
Meanderings in the Wissahickon with Shelly Brick
Meet at Rex Avenue Trailhead Join Trail Ambassador Shelly Brick for a hike through our beautiful park. We will explore a variety of locations and “talk story,” a Hawaiian tradition. All ages are welcome, and…
May25th
ATC Hike to the Fingerspan with Lorraine Awuku & Lisa Donahue
Meet at Mt. Airy Avenue Trailhead We’re kicking off the 2019 All Trails Challenge with a fun hike to the Fingerspan Bridge and beyond! ATC miles: 2 miles Difficulty: Moderate Registration is recommended for all…
May25th
Kid Friendly Hike with Marv Schwartz
Meet at Valley Green Inn This hike takes participants along Forbidden Drive and on wooded trails with interesting geologic formations. Visit the Livezey Dam, Gorgas Creek Cave, and Fingerspan Bridge. We will stop to enjoy…