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Family Birding Hike with Hike + Heal, FOW, and Troy Bynum
Photo courtesy of Stacey Gray
Meeting at Blue Bell Park
We’re happy to invite you to a family-friendly birding hike led by Brandi Aulston and her organization, Hike+Heal, Friends of the Wissahickon, and Troy Bynum, bird-extraordinaire and the photographer behind our #WildlifeWednesdays! This hike is a great chance to connect with the outdoors and your community! Together we’ll engage in interactive exercises, reflect and practice mindfulness, and experience the beauty of the Wissahickon. Plus, we’ll keep an eye out for some of the fantastic birds found in the Wissahickon, especially during the tail end of Spring migration!
Brandi Aulston, MHA/MHE and founder of Hike+Heal Wellness LLC, is a wellness entrepreneur extremely dedicated to women’s overall wellness to help eliminate health disparities and increase diversity in the outdoor space for inner city women of color. Since 2019, Hike+Heal has created a safe space for strong community connections for people who desire to prioritize their self-care while connecting together in a powerful and healing way in nature. Hike+Heal was one of nineteen winners of the 2021 Pennsylvania COVID-19 Champion awarded by the Pennsylvania Parks & Forests Foundation.
Troy Bynum, owner of TB Wildlife Photography LLC, is not only an enthusiastic birder but also a passionate wildlife photographer from Philadelphia, PA. Troy’s work focuses on capturing and showcasing the remarkable colors, intricate patterns, and rich textures that are abundant throughout the natural world. In his work, Troy draws attention to the oftentimes overlooked naturally occurring beauty found in the wild. Troy is on a mission to accentuate and celebrate the inherent magnificence of nature.
Need some binoculars for our hike? We’ve got you covered, email tbynum6834@gmail.com to reserve a pair.
In order to attend participants must submit our photographer Stacey Gray’s photo release form prior to the event!
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Unless otherwise specified, hikes may be on rocky, rugged trails that may be wet and slippery. Wear sturdy shoes or boots with socks. Hikes are cancelled in heavy rain or icy conditions. Service animals are always welcome. For more information contact Marisa Miller at miller@fow.org. Visit www.fow.org for updates.
