Mon Feb 12 from Somerton: Winter Walk 2024

Date: Monday, February 12, 2024 at 9:20 am

Event Status: Available

Join the Winter 2024 Walk Around Philadelphia!

We’ll be setting out to explore the city’s edge counterclockwise over three weekends in February. 

More info: Walk Guidelines & Frequently Asked Questions

PLEASE REGISTER INDIVIDUALLY for EACH segment that you plan to attend. 

Register for this segment:

You're signing up to walk on Monday February 12, 9:20am, from Somerton towards Fox Chase.

  • Meet on the inbound platform at the Somerton stop of the West Trenton regional rail line.
    14001 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19116
  • We'll be coming in on the train from Center City.
  • This segment might include an option to end with snacks in Fox Chase.
  • This segment is estimated to take roughly 10 miles and 5 – 7 hours. The terrain may include a mix of roads & sidewalks & off-road adventures with some wayfinding challenges. 
  • Your mileage, terrain and endpoint may vary depending on choices made by your group; you can always choose to walk a partial segment & depart / get picked up along the way. 

Getting to/from the start & finish:

Using SEPTA to access departure and end locations is highly recommended. 
See the FAQ.

Registration fees & contributions:

Walk registration fees cover some of the administrative and logistical costs associated with facilitating the walk. Additional contributions help make this experience more accessible to others. 

Free registrations & stipends:

If finances are a barrier, please reach out to walk@jjtiziou.net. We can accommodate some free registrations and have a limited number of stipends available. No one turned away for lack of funds.

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