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Our Mission
We inspire and engage diverse communities of people to protect, steward, and enjoy the land and waterways of the Wissahickon Valley.
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Volunteer hours supported stewardship and trails projects, and the Community Science and Creek Watch programs
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Students from 9 local schools participate in our environmental education program annually
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Gallons of stormwater managed by green stormwater projects annually
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Upcoming Events
We want to hear from you! We believe that the voices of our community should help shape the future of our trails, waterways, and natural spaces. Your insights and perspectives are invaluable as we develop our next strategic plan, ensuring that our work reflects the needs and priorities of those who cherish these places. This is a walk-through event, and it only takes about 20 minutes to share your thoughts.
Everyone
Come and enjoy the beauty of the Green Ribbon Trail and get a workout in at the same time! Power hiking involves going as fast as possible without actually running and while maintaining a strong and smooth form. This monthly hike is for those looking to improve their fitness, efficiency, and endurance while navigating paved and dirt trails.
Hike
Spring is upon us, and with it the return of wood warblers to our area. Warblers present an ID challenge to even the most experienced birders. Even in their bright spring colors, they flit and jump and just don’t give you much you much to go on. Come hear some tips and tricks for putting a name to these flitty little jobs.
Birding
Birders
Join us as we explore springtime at Willow Lake Farm Preserve. This roughly 3-mile hike will take you through this unique nature preserve and showcase the trail connection to The Highlands Mansion and Gardens.
Hike
When you think of conservation, a camera may not be the first thing that comes to mind! However, your camera and the free iNaturalist app can contribute valuable data to global conservation efforts. Join WissahickonTrails Senior Naturalist Kristy Morley to learn how to use iNaturalist and how it can help benefit wildlife in our area.
Community Science
Everyone
Help us document the biodiversity at Willow Lake using iNaturalist. City Nature Challenge is a global celebration of biodiversity in and around urban areas. Over 2.4 million observations and over 65,000 species were identified by 83,500 participants in 2024.
Community Science
Support Wissahickon Trails and enjoy free libations from local businesses.
Hike Local. Drink Local.
Purchase an Ales for Trails Passport for $50 from Wissahickon Trails and receive one free item at participating breweries, wineries, and distilleries.
Your participation supports both our local businesses crafting delicious beverages and Wissahickon Trails’ efforts to protect open space, maintain the trails and improve water quality in the Wissahickon watershed.
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What is a watershed?
A watershed is an area of land that channels rainfall and snowmelt to a common body of water, such as creeks, streams, and rivers. The Wissahickon watershed is 64 square miles and covers portions of Montgomery and Philadelphia counties. It is defined by the land-area where rainfall and snowmelt flows into the Wissahickon Creek and its tributaries.
Trailblazer
I love Wissahickon Trails [formerly WVWA] and what it brings to our communities - hiking, outdoor recreation, from very active running to very quiet contemplation or bird watching - it's all amazing. My hope and my goal is to keep working with them to introduce more people to this beautiful set of trails. To keep building trail connections to the neighborhoods where people live.
Harm Scherpbier, Volunteer
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Represent Wissahickon Trails and support your local trails, wildlife, and waterways! A portion of every sale will be donated to Wissahickon Trails.
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