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Need to get outdoors? Try Hiking 50+ Miles of the Wissahickon

The 4th Annual All Trails Challenge Returning

The friends of the Wissahickon announced that its 4th annual All Trails Challenge is returning from May 13th to August 28th.

How it Works

Explore all 50+ miles of gorgeous trails in the Wissahickon on foot, bike, or horseback and support the Wiss.

Meet fellow outdoor enthusiasts and maybe a new exercise buddy, while enjoying giveaways, mileage and fundraising incentives, food, and fun.

Throughout the challenge, there’ll be more mileage and fundraising incentives and giveaways, as well as scheduled hikes and walks with great prizes, including exclusive vacations for the top mileage and fundraising participants.

Want to meet other Wiss lovers?

Join FOW on June 6 for a launch party at the Wissahickon Brewing Company (3705 W. School House Lane) from 6-7:30 p.m.

Join the Challenge

Get the full details on Friends of Wissahickon’s website.

Julie Hancher

Julie Hancher is Editor-in-Chief of Green Philly, sharing her expertise of all things sustainable in the city of brotherly love. She enjoys long walks in the park with local beer and greening her travels, cooking & cat, Sir Floofus Drake.

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