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What Is There to Do in Philadelphia That Doesn’t Involve Alcohol or Drugs? Recovery Friendly Things to Do
When you return home to Philadelphia after attending behavioral health treatment at Legacy Healing Center, you may want to jump into exploring new and different aspects of the city. One of the best things you can do for yourself is to develop your support system and remain physically active. Going for a hike, a long run, or playing a round of golf are all examples of things you can do to help you maintain your sobriety.
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Go Hiking & Explore These Trails
Although Philadelphia is a bustling city, it is located only a short drive to excellent hiking trails. Going out for a hike can help to clear your mind in countless ways during and after addiction treatment. If you have never been to some of these great hiking trails, we recommend that you bring your camera with you as you are sure to want to capture some of the incredible beauty along the way. Some routes you can experience include:
Wissahickon Creek Gorge Loop Trail
Wissahickon Creek Gorge Loop Trail is a great place to visit if you’re in the mood for a long hike. This location features a 9.4-mile loop that includes different challenges and sites along the trail. You can stop and take pictures of the birds along the way, or you can decide to take your dog with you and enjoy a fun day outside. However, if you choose to take your dog with you, you must keep him or her on a leash.
Valley Green Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19128
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Lincoln Drive Trail
If you are new to the world of hiking, you may want to start with the Lincoln Drive Trail. This hiking trail has a 4.3-mile loop with a partially paved section that can make it easier to navigate. One of the main reasons why hikers love coming to this trail is the majestic waterfall you will see along the way.
Lincoln Drive, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19128
Go Biking & Running Along These Trails
Biking or running is a great way to see various aspects of the city. Some of the best trails you can check out on your bike in Philadelphia feature:
MLK Drive Trail
MLK Drive Trail gives you a great chance to see the combination of industry and nature in Philadelphia. One of the great features of this trail is that parking is abundant near the beginning of the course, making it easily accessible.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19128
Boxers’ Trail
Boxers’ Trail is a great path to follow for both runners and bikers. This trail runs through Philadelphia and is often used for different 5k events throughout the year. The trail was recently restored to make it easier for runners and bikers to manage and features all the beauty that you would want to see as you work out.
Edgley Drive in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19128
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Go Golfing With a Sober Companion
Golf is an example of a sport that can help keep you active and help you relax all at the same time. However, it’s not an easy sport, and the skills associated with the sport are something that you will need to continue to work on, which makes it appealing.
However, keep in mind that most golf courses do serve alcohol, so if you are new in your sobriety or feel as though you may be susceptible to temptation, a strong recommendation is to bring a sober friend or family member with you.
Are you ready to visit some of the golf courses in the Philly area? Here are some suggestions of courses to try:
Walnut Lane Golf Club
Walnut Lane Golf Club is known in Philadelphia as one of the challenging golf courses in the city. You can tee off as early as 7:30 in the morning and golf through until 5 in the evening. It’s recommended that you schedule your tee time to ensure that you have the time and flexibility you want to play.
800 Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19128
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If you are ready to get the help that you need to overcome your addiction, the addiction experts at Legacy Healing Center are here to help. We do everything that we can to provide you with the support and guidance that you need to live the impact of addiction in your past. Whether you’re interested in enrolling in our alcohol addiction treatment program, you need to focus on a prescription drug rehab program, or seek help for any other type of substance abuse issue, we can provide comprehensive options to help you accomplish your sobriety goals. Please call us today at 888.534.2295.