April 24, 2018 | Member Benefits, Members-Only, On the River
Tuesday Member Paddle (2018)
A special benefit for members of Bartram’s Garden, this 90-minute flatwater, small-group paddle is from the Bartram’s Garden to Center City and back. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, headlamps, and basic instruction are provided. Volunteers paddle with the group as safety boaters. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. Kayaking experience is not necessary but expect moderate physical exertion. To get to the Boathouse, you can park at 51st and Botanic and walk along the…
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April 25, 2018 | Free Community Events, On the River
Free Fishing Nights
Learn how to catch one of the 42 fish species found in the tidal Schuylkill. We provide rods, bait and basic instruction. No fishing license necessary, state license requirements are waived for these event. Great for youth & adults who are new or intermediate anglers.
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April 25, 2018 | Free Community Events, On the River
Wednesday Free Fishing
Learn how to catch one of the 42 fish species found in the tidal Schuylkill. We provide rods, bait and basic instruction. First come, first served. Supplies are limited. No fishing license necessary, state license requirements are waived for these events. Great for youth & adults who are new or intermediate anglers.
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April 27, 2018 | Arts & Culture, Free Community Events, On the River
River Remains : Opening Reception (2018)
River Remains is an exhibition of prints, drawings, and photographs by Noelle Egan that are part of an ongoing project illuminating Philadelphia’s piers along the Delaware River. See a sneak preview at https://www.novellamarie.com/gallery The exhibition and the reception will be in the Barn at Bartram’s Garden and elements of the exhibit can also be seen along the Bartram Boathouse on the banks of the Schuylkill River. There will be wine and beer and snacks and live music by Wasnt Wisnt…
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April 28, 2018 | Fourth Saturdays at the Farm, Volunteer
Fourth Saturday Volunteer Day at the Farm (2018)
We welcome volunteers on the second and fourth Saturday of most months from April to October, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm. Volunteers will work with our staff on seasonal tasks like weeding, planting, cleaning, pruning, and light maintenance. No special experience or skills required. Dress for working outdoors, and if you have them, bring work gloves and a water bottle. PLEASE NOTE: Each adult must register individually in order to complete the waiver.
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April 28, 2018 | Family, Free Community Events, Health & Recreation, On the River
Saturday Free Boating (2018)
Explore this quiet stretch of the Schuylkill River on one of our kayaks or rowboats. No registration or boating experience necessary! All ages are welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult. We provide the boats, life jackets and basic instruction. Kayak excursions limited to 30 minutes, rowboat excursions limited to 45 minutes. Location Free Saturday Boating embarks from our Community Boathouse, which is located on the northern tip of Bartram’s Garden on the river. Walk past the free Parking…
Event DetailsMay 1, 2018 | Member Benefits, Members-Only, On the River
Tuesday Member Paddle (2018)
A special benefit for members of Bartram’s Garden, this 90-minute flatwater, small-group paddle is from the Bartram’s Garden to Center City and back. Kayaks, paddles, life jackets, headlamps, and basic instruction are provided. Volunteers paddle with the group as safety boaters. Children under 11 must be accompanied by an adult in a tandem kayak. Kayaking experience is not necessary but expect moderate physical exertion. To get to the Boathouse, you can park at 51st and Botanic and walk along the…
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May 2, 2018 | Family, Free for Members, Little Explorers, Member Benefits
Little Explorers: Spring is for the Birds (2018)
Find out where birds live and how they talk, then build your own nest out of materials from the Garden. Monthly program for toddlers and preschoolers ages 2-4. Each session includes activities, performances, snacks, and walks through the garden, weather permitting. Pre-registration required, one adult chaperone for every two children. Bring a picnic lunch and stay for our free story hour at noon from April to November. Please note the program will be cancelled if the Philadelphia School District is…
Event DetailsMay 5, 2018 | Family, Free Community Events, Health & Recreation, On the River
Saturday Free Boating (2018)
Explore this quiet stretch of the Schuylkill River on one of our kayaks or rowboats. No registration or boating experience necessary! All ages are welcome, minors must be accompanied by an adult. We provide the boats, life jackets and basic instruction. Kayak excursions limited to 30 minutes, rowboat excursions limited to 45 minutes. Location Free Saturday Boating embarks from our Community Boathouse, which is located on the northern tip of Bartram’s Garden on the river. Walk past the free Parking…
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