Chestnut Hill
Never got the chance to explore the Wissahickon? This Sunday, the Friends of the Wissahickon a two-hour hike on Merritt Rhoad at 1 p.m.
The meetup location is at Northwestern Avenue and Forbidden Drive. Attendees are encouraged to RSVP in case of weather emergencies or cancellations.
To RSVP, contact Sarah Marley at (215) 247-0417 ext. 109.
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