May 9th, 2020
Nature Day May 9: Love Your Park at Home Schedule

Saturday, May 9th is Nature Day during Love Your Park @ Home! Here are all of the fun and free things you can learn, share, and do to celebrate nature in Philly parks.

LEARN: How to Nature Journal with Ranger Kelly

Take a few minutes to learn the basics of sketching what you see in nature! Nature is all around us - from the birds resting on wires to the insects under our flower pots and the weeds growing on our streets - so you don't have to be deep in the woods to see something wild. Learn how to keep a journal of what you see and start to deepen your understanding of the nature in our city. When it's safe, take your new skills to your local park!
SHARE: How are you experiencing nature right now?

How are you experiencing nature right now? Whether you're in your backyard or getting some fresh air in Philly parks, we'd love to see what nature you're experiencing! Share your photo(s) with us by tagging #loveyourpark on social media.
DO: Virtual Forest Therapy Session via Zoom at 11am

Forest Therapy is a healing practice that weaves together the japanese art of shinrin yoku, or “forest bathing,” and elements of Jungian psychology, to help individuals slow down and cultivate a deeper sense of connection both with nature, and with themselves.
Join ANFT Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Jess Gregan, for an introductory Zoom workshop exploring the benefits of this increasingly popular practice.
Nature and Forest Therapy is a powerful antidote to the stresses of our fast-paced, urbanizing society, where busyness is often used as a measure of worth. You’re invited to join us, and learn how this practice can help us heal our imbalanced relationships with time, with each other, and with ourselves.
In this 1 hour Zoom session, we’ll learn about the history & health benefits of forest therapy, as well as the global movement to restore the human relationship with nature.
Don't miss these upcoming Love Your Park @ Home events
Community Workday at FDR Park
July 24th at 9:00am
1500 Pattison Avenue &, S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Join Fairmount Park for a volunteer workday at Pattison Lagoon on Thursday, July 24th, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. In 2024, the north area of the lagoon was revitalized—clearing invasive species and trash, and with the help of the Phillies and other groups, planting native trees, shrubs, flowers, and grasses to support local wildlife. This year, we need your help to care for and establish these plantings. Join us in making a lasting impact on Pattison Lagoon’s ecosystem. Let’s continue this important work together! This volunteer event is open to all ages and people of all abilities. Anyone interested is welcome to participate. Please use the Anna C. Verna Playground parking lot. Volunteers will be able to select their project, including: * Tree care, weeding & mulching * Soil decompaction * Trash cleanup as needed
Learn MoreCommunity Workday at Mount Pleasant
July 29th at 9:00am
3810 Mt Pleasant Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19121
Join the Fairmount Park Conservancy on Tuesday, July 29th, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM for a community volunteer workday at East Fairmount Park. Together, we will work on: Removing invasive species Tree care: weeding & mulching Trash pickup We will provide all the tools, supplies, snacks, and materials for the workday, including gloves.
Learn MoreLemon Hill Community Workday
July 31st at 9:00am
Lemon Hill Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19130
Join Fairmount Park Conservancy, Philadelphia Parks and Recreation, and the Friends of Lemon Hill team for a volunteer workday at East Fairmount Park on Thursday, July 31st, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. We will work around the Mansion area. This volunteer event is open to people of all abilities. Anyone interested is welcome to participate. Please only use the parking lot in front of Lemon Hill Mansion. Volunteers will be able to select their project, including: Removing invasive species Trash cleanup Tree care (weeding and mulching as needed) Raking leaves
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