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Thursday Free Boating for Southwest Neighbors

July 28, 2022 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Dock & Community Boathouse
Bartram's Garden, 5400 Lindbergh Boulevard
Philadelphia, PA 19143-6128 United States

Free

Southwest Philadelphia neighbors, join us for free kayaking and rowboating on the Tidal Schuylkill River!

  • No pre-registration or experience necessary.
  • Suitable for all ages and beginners.
  • Equipment, life jackets, and basic instruction provided–first come, first served.
  • Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

 

This program is especially for Southwest Philadelphia residents from the neighborhoods of Kingsessing, Eastwick, and Elmwood Park. Other visitors are welcome to join us for Saturday Free Boating, every Saturday through October 15, 2022.

This program will be offered every Thursday through August 25, 2022, when weather permits. For more information about boating at Bartram’s Garden, see our Boating FAQ.

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