Hiking Around Philly is different from most hiking groups because we hike (and sometimes bicycle) off the beaten path. We hike in the woods and the city. We go places that won't be found on any hiker's map. The events are usually within a 1.5 hour drive from Philly, though we sometimes visit NYC or the Jersey shore. Once each year we go to Acadia National Park in Maine, one of the best places in the world to hike. We sometimes participate in a conservation work party in a area we hike.

And, we do a lot more than hike; we explore. Whether it be a trail in a park or a back alley in the city, we always look for neat things, and we find them. Did you notice the 25 foot dinosaur made from pink suntan lotion bottles? We take time to appreciate a beautiful tree, a low flying eagle, or a hickory horned devil (look it up). We visit museums, historic houses, bakeries, battleships, and other neat places. We appreciate architecture, sculptures (Philly has more than any other US city, yea!), or whatever we find near our path. After a hike we often eat at a special place. And, we rarely repeat ourselves. 

Fearless lost explorers and sidney (fleas) are curious. This group is not for people content to only go down one trail and up another, nor for people happy to take the same or beaten path. This group may also be different because only one person leads hikes, gets folks lost, and does the bulk of administrative work. So, please read on to make sure you want to be a proud flea. Home Page continued here:  http://www.hikingaroundphilly.com/pages/HOME_PAGE_continued/

Important links:

• Bookmark the calendar or events: http://www.hikingaroundphilly.com/calendar/

• Fleas uploaded 400 photos in January alone! Click 'Photos' on main menu. 

• Bookmark The Table of Contents which answers questions about hiking and the group. http://www.hikingaroundphilly.com/pages/?op=all

• Here's a PAY link: http://www.hikingaroundphilly.com/pages/Pay_Via_Paypal_or_Credit_Card/

• To see a tentative event schedule for the year visit 'Files' on the main menu.

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  • 10 hours ago, 4 Fearless Lost Explorers... FLEAS attended

    Wissahickon Sunday Hike

    They uploaded 32 photos

    Please CLICK HERE before rsvping. We'll hike for 2.5-3 hours in the Wissahickon. Caution: You should be able to walk 3 hours without much of a break. You should have... Learn more

  • Yesterday at 11:45 AM, 24 Fearless Lost Explorers... FLEAS attended

    Brandywine Creek & Beyond Exploration

    They rated it 5.00 5.006 (6 ratings) and uploaded 49 photos

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    good adventuresome hike

    —Dale Brandreth

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    A good workout with a great group and good conversation..Thanks Sidney!

    —Diana L

  • Friday at 10:00 AM, 4 Fearless Lost Explorers... FLEAS attended

    Friday Morning Brunch Hike

    They rated it 5.00 5.003 (3 ratings)

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    Excellent breakfast/ good company/ interesting neighborhood/ beautiful weather

    —Pam Schlatter

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    As usual, Sid managed to discover some hidden gems for all of us to enjoy.

    —Rick Bayan

  • Wednesday at 11:30 AM, 3 Fearless Lost Explorers... FLEAS attended

    Wednesday Lunch Hike

    They rated it 5.00 5.001 (1 ratings)

    Please CLICK HERE before rsvping. Each Wednesday we will meet for a 1.5-2.0 hour hike near a great lunch place t hat we would not go with a large group. We will eat... Learn more

  • January 29 at 9:45 AM, 4 Fearless Lost Explorers... FLEAS attended

    Corsons Inlet St Park, Dunes, Boardwalk & Italian Fare

    They rated it 5.00 5.002 (2 ratings) and uploaded 16 photos

    Please CLICK HERE before rsvping. Corson's Inlet State Park, located at the south end of Ocean City, is a great place to hike, especially in the winter. One reason is... Learn more
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