A walk from the Schuylkill River Trail's South Street entrance, headed south then back. We'll learn about the nature we see along the way This nature walk will take children and their families from the bottom of the South Street stairwell, south along the Schuylkill River trail for 20-25 minutes, then back up to our meeting spot. This program will be filled with dawdling and stops to explore- we're walking with toddlers so don't expect to get far! Nourish your child's love and curiosity for nature without hauling them out to The Wissahickon or FDR Park. We'll learn about and appreciate the nature that Center City kids see every day, because whether we notice it or not, nature is all around us! Tr. Erica will guide the children through trail courtesy and safety, while keeping them engaged and interested in the sights along the trail. Please bring bug spray and water for your little one, and dress them for the weather. Sneakers or strappy, sturdy sandals are best, and if your little one doesn't want to wear them please consider bringing the appropriate shoes in your bag or stroller. Some other things you may want to bring along are snacks, a sunhat, and sunglasses. Sunscreen typically takes 15-30 minutes to start working, so it's a good idea to apply it before heading over to meet us. Tip: If you'll be bringing your kiddo in a stroller, apply the sunscreen once they're strapped in. That way, they're limited in how much they can wiggle and squirm away from the sunblock! The Schuylkill River Trail follows the river which is, at some points, up to 30 feet deep. Most of the trail is separated from the river with guard rails, fencing, or thick plants. A few small portions, however, have no divider. This is usually fine for most kiddos, but let's always remember: some little ones are dare-devils, some are escape artists, and some are just plain wild! Please be sure that whichever adult is accompanying your child on this walk would be able to stop your child from putting themselves into harm's way. The trail is also used by runners, bicyclists, and pets. Because of this, everyone in the group will need to stay aware of our surroundings for the children's sake and the adults'.
