How do you want to engage with nature?
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 Citizen 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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Acres of land protected from development
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Gallons of stormwater managed by green stormwater projects annually
Upcoming Events
eBird is a community science platform where you can record bird observations. It keeps track of your life list, helps you discover new birding locations, and shows you what other birders in the community are finding. In this virtual program we will focus on the main functions and tools of eBird so you can learn how to submit your observations, discover birding hotspots, and explore recent sightings.
Workshop
Birders
Everyone
Join us for a nighttime adventure! Our journey will start with a short introduction to learn about these enchanting creatures before taking a walk through the meadow to catch a glimpse of their mesmerizing bioluminescence.
Nature Program
Family Friendly
The hike is 3 miles on easy terrain for novice to moderate hikers and their dog(s). Bring doggie bags for any waste they may leave, we carry in and carry out on our trails!
Hike
Everyone
This field-based series will take place across the seasons with spring, summer, fall, and winter walks at Wissahickon Trails' preserves. Guest leader and Herbalist, Alison Rohde, will share identification tips and information about the edible and medicinal plants of our region, as well as ways they can be used and enjoyed.
Nature Program
Everyone
Take a tour of Montgomery County's only water-powered gristmill and experience many hands-on, family-friendly demonstrations.
Local History
Family Friendly
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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
VolunteerWhat 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.