Philly Ups Her Game

The Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk from South Street Bridge
pronounced Skoo-kill.

$18 million + under utilized waterfront =
2,000 feet of over-the-water boardwalk made of concrete.


Two Way Traffic, Just No Cars 

I could easily get hung up on the $18 million
for a 2,000 foot long path.
But really, Philly needs this.
Our waterfronts are overlooked and underutilized
and fortunately others seem to be feeling the same way.


Run Little Dog, Run 

This new path adds 2,000 additional feet
to the existing Schuylkill River Trail
and makes an easy pedestrian access between Locust St and South St.
And...it's beautiful.


The Community Garden

At the Locust Street end is a green oasis.
The Schuylkill River and Markward Parks provide a
beautiful park
community garden
dog park (very popular)
playground
All surrounded by well maintained historic homes.


Enjoying a Romp in the Dog Park

From the look of things,
the whole area is enjoyed by many.


Red Doors Rule 

And the reason I'm telling you this?

A Walk in the Park

Because it is ...
beautiful
clean
safe
maintained
on the waterfront
a skyline view
money well spent
a model
urban revitalization
and finally,
worth a visit.


Urban Colors

Finally, Philly has done something right.
Now, if we could just get the rest of the city on board
with this revitalization thing.

All photos taken between 
South Street Bridge to Locust Street 
and between the 
Schuylkill River and 25th Street 
in Philadelphia, PA. 

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