Outdoors
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Spring Mill Country Club in Ivyland Remains in Family After Trading Hands for $9M
Erik Travers and Jamie Walters acquired Spring Mill Country Club in Ivyland for $9 million, keeping it in the same family since 1986, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The husband-and-wife duo bought the country club at 80 Jacksonville Road from a DePaul Group entity. Peter DePaul acquired the 400-member club nearly four…
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Two Chester County Farms Hosting 2025 Summer Camps
Summer camp can be an excellent opportunity for both education and outdoor engagement this summer, writes Emily Kovach for PA Eats. Offering community connection and nature-based engagement, farm camps can provide an especially enriching experience for both children and teenagers. Here are two Chester County farm camps offering outdoor camp programs for 2025. Milky Way…
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Unionville Woman’s Dog Excels at Finding Shed Antlers, and She Finds Creative Uses for Them
Janis Robertson of Unionville and her dog, Buck, have discovered a new hobby while exploring local woods and field lines on their daily walks, writes Brian Whipkey for Go Erie. The pair have been finding and collecting shed antlers lying in the leaves and fields. “He started it all,” said Robertson. “We were out walking…
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Community Leaders Revitalize Bondsville Mill Park into a Sustainable Retreat
Bondsville Mill Park in Downingtown has been completely transformed into a green oasis, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. Sandy Moser and David Culp, both Downingtown residents, have been at the center of the project for the last six years. Together, they have been instrumental in bringing the dead 47-acre industrial canvas back to…
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Get a Taste of Spring at Garden Centers, Plants Shops in Chester County
The end of February may be cold and windy but spring is sneaking around the corner! Get a taste of the floral and fauna of a new season at these garden centers and plant shops in the area, writes Lauren DePiero, Danielle Fusaro, and Ben Silver for Main Line Today. Does your yard need a…
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French Creek State Park in Elverson Offers Local History and Natural Beauty
French Creek State Park features some of the most beautiful nature and engaging recreational activities in the Chester County region, writes Eric Henderson for PhillyBite Magazine. The park stretches over 7,997 acres of land and includes scenic hiking trails and opportunities for fishing, boating, swimming, and more. It wasn’t always known for its natural spaces…
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Schuylkill River Trail to Receive Two Major Extensions Thanks to Federal Funding
Nearly $14 million in federal funds will help build two key Schuylkill River Trail extensions, connecting to Manayunk and Passyunk Avenue, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposed Wissahickon Gateway would give walkers, runners, and cyclists a safer route around the busy roads of Ridge Avenue and Main Street in Manayunk. Meanwhile, the…
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Deer Camp is a Proud PA Tradition
Over at The Philadelphia Inquirer, Jason Nark is considering the tradition of deer camp. Let me guess. You’re at a loss as to what deer camp is. My friends, I once was too. But now I’m in the loop. So pay attention. I’m about to make you as cool and hip as me. Deer camp…
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‘A Great Day for Westtown’: Preservation of Historic Crebilly Farm Completed
Westtown Township has completed purchase of Chester County’s historic Crebilly Farm during a $20 million closing held at the offices of Gawthrop Greenwood in West Chester. Monday’s closing secures the largest portion of the approximately 308-acre farm. Westtown Township solicitor Patrick M. McKenna, a partner at Gawthrop Greenwood, administered the closing with Westtown Township and…
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Get Your Christmas Trees Delivered to Your Doorstep with These Local Farms
Tradition is fun, but for those who are extra busy this holiday season, senior citizens, or individuals who are otherwise physically unable to haul their own Christmas tree home, there are farms who have delivery service, writes Grace Dickinson, Michelle Myers, and Hira Qureshi for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Yeager’s Farm & Market is operated by…
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One of the Best State Parks to Visit in Winter is in Chester County
It’s still possible to enjoy the great outdoors at Pennsylvania state parks during the winter season, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Even though you may miss the warm weather, there are plenty of outdoor winter activities, including ice skating, skiing, hiking, and more! French Creek State Park in Elverson is both a summer and…
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Chester County’s Del Vacchio Landscapes Offers Professional Christmas Light Decorating
Del Vacchio Landscapes, located in Chester County, is one of many landscaping companies offering residents professional holiday light installation this year, writes Erin McCarthy for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In recent years, an increasing number of residents in the Philadelphia region have opted to outsource outdoor Christmas decorations to professional landscapers. Company owner Vince Del Vacchio…
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Find the Perfect Christmas Tree at These Chester County Farms
With the holidays coming up, it’s almost time for the special tradition of cutting your own Christmas tree, writes Lisa Dukart, Ben Silver, and Kyle Steigelman for Main Line Today. Here are a few Chester County farms that you can find your dream tree at. Clark’s Christmas Tree Farm and Christmas Shop in Cochranville offers…
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Send in the Birds: Eliminating Pennsylvania’s Spotted Lanternflies Through Avian Assistance
The ways to get rid of spotted lanternflies over the past few years have been to step, squish, and squash them. But as the battle against the bugs becomes too steep, some researchers say that getting native birds to eat these invasive pests is key, writes Dino Grandoni for The Washington Post. Since the lanternflies…
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Pennsylvania Horticultural Society Uncovering Identities of Women Gardeners, Including Some from Chester County
The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society is working on uncovering the identities of 150 pioneering women gardeners in the 19th and 20th centuries, including several from Chester County, with the aim of filling out the official record in the Library of Congress, writes Zoe Greenberg for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “People in their circle knew their names, people…
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Years of Work to Save Crebilly Farm Pay Off; Land to Become Public Park
After years of effort, a deal was reached earlier this month to preserve Chester County’s Crebilly Farm, a historic 308-acre site of a skirmish during the largest battle of the American Revolution, by converting it into a public park and protecting it from future development, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the PhillyVoice. Located in Westtown Township…
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Two Chester County Outdoor Ice Skating Destinations to Enjoy this Upcoming Winter
As we near the winter season, it’s time to lace up your skates and enjoy the great seasonal activity of ice skating, writes Maureen Rayburn for Mommy Poppins. Ice skating is one of the best winter pastimes, whether it’s a date night for couples or a weekend family outing and Chester County has two great,…
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Spend a Chilly Day at Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens in Devon
As colder weather approaches, Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens is a great activity for a chilly day, writes Alyssa Turner for County Lines Magazine. Located in Devon, Jenkins spans 48 acres of curated gardens, natural woodlands, and serene walking trails filled with native plants. Jenkins also features a lively Education Center that boasts an art gallery…
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