Skew Arch Bridge Volunteer Workday

Join Fairmount Park Conservancy for a volunteer workday at the Skew Arch Bridge on Thursday, September 19th from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.

This volunteer event requires hiking to the workday location. Anyone interested is welcome to participate.

Together we will work on:

• Removing organic debris and invasive plants from the sides of the Skew Arch Bridge
• Trash pick-up
• Removing small to medium-sized trees and shrubs from the top of the bridge

History

"The Skew Arch Bridge in Philadelphia's Fairmount Park was built in the late 1800s for the Fairmount Park Transit Company's trolley line, which opened in 1897." 

Meet-up Spot, Parking, Travel
You will see our green tent across from the Chamounix Mansion parking lot.

**Please don’t leave valuables or anything visible in your vehicles.**

Schedule

8:30 am           FPC set-up     
9:00 am           Volunteers arrive and sign in
9:15 am           Welcome remarks, projects, and safety overview
9:20 am           Group photo 
9:30 am           Begin projects
11:45 am         Stop project tasks and gather tools
11:50 am         Group photo at the end of the event
12:00 pm         Event ends

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO:

• In general, please wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting dirty.

• Sturdy, closed-toe shoes like boots or sneakers are required (no ballet flats, flip-flops, or sandals).

• We strongly recommend wearing long pants that cover your ankles and long sleeves to protect your arms.

• Please bring a reusable water bottle. We will provide jugs for refilling.

• Volunteers are also required to wear gloves while working. Gloves will be provided, but you are also welcome to bring your own.

• You may also want to consider wearing a hat or sunglasses. 

GETTING THERE/PARKING: 3250 Chamounix Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19131

**Please don’t leave valuables or anything visible in your vehicles.** 

INCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL

• This workday will take place in light rain. In the event of heavy rain or other severe conditions, the workday will be canceled and registrants will be notified.

QUESTIONS? Please reach out to eduenas@myphillypark.org

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