Outdoors
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After Years of Reimagining, Longwood Gardens Project Finally Prepares to Open
The historic Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square prepares to unveil its latest modern chapter following a $250 million renovation, writes for the WHYY. The popular attraction is reimagining itself as something with a sense of magic. Its new, huge conservatory looks as if it is floating on water, while the surrounding fountains spew both water…
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Two Local Pumpkin Patches to Visit this Fall to Pick Your Perfect Pumpkin
The entirety of Pennsylvania is known for its pumpkins, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Just last year, the state had 5,800 acres of pumpkin, resulting in 90 million pounds of pumpkin production, according to the state agriculture department. Picking pumpkins from the local patch supports our nearby farmers and the local agricultural industry. Have…
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New Project Will Expand Schuylkill River Trail Further Into South Philadelphia
The Schuylkill River Development Corporation is currently working on a project that would expand the Schuylkill River Trail further into South Philadelphia, according to a staff report from The Bharat Express News. The main element of this ambitious plan is a pedestrian bridge over the river that would link South Philadelphia to Grays Ferry. The…
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Spotted Lanternflies Are Making Their Way to South Carolina
Since their first sighting in Pennsylvania in 2014, spotted lanternflies have been steadily expanding throughout the country and terrorizing agriculture wherever they landed, writes Benjamin Simon for The Post and Courier. In recent years, the invasive species has reached as far as North Carolina and Tennessee, and now experts are saying that it is just…
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Researchers Spot Asia-native Joro Spider in Bucks County
Researchers have spotted another invasive species in Bucks County, according to a staff report from 6abc. The spotting of Joro spiders, or Trichonephila clavata, was confirmed by the University of Georgia’s Center for Invasive Species on September 5. The black and yellow arachnid is about the size of a palm and can grow up to…
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Wave Goodbye to Summer at This Sunflower Patch in Downingtown
Gunther Sunflower Field in Downingtown is the perfect hidden attraction to view some wonderful sunflowers during the late summer and early fall months. Take a trip soon to see these yellow blooms and wave goodbye to summer before they’re gone too, writes Franki Rudnesky for Philly Voice. Located at 158 Park Road, the field was…
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Government Injects $200 Million Into Local Trails, Including Chester Valley Trail
Several multiple-area trails in the Philadelphia region, including Chester Valley Trail, recently received a joint infusion of $200 million in government money, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The money was approved for distribution to Chester, Delaware, and Montgomery counties by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission in July as part of an annual…
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This Chester County Town is the Perfect Places for Those Who Love to Walk Everywhere
While Chester County may not be as walkable as the city of Philadelphia, there are still some towns in the suburbs that have great walkable access to restaurants, activities, museums, trails, and public transportation, writes Sandy Smith for Philadelphia Magazine. While it’s unlikely you’ll be able to get around completely car-free, Malvern is one of…
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Lower Merion School District to Sell Historic 10-Acre Estate to Conservation Group
Land purchased by the Lower Merion School District in 2019 will once again be sold, reports Frank Kimmel and Maddie Hanna for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The Board originally planned to use the land for athletic fields for Black Rock Middle School. Instead, they voted unanimously on Monday to sell the land to Natural Lands, a…
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The Ultimate Guide to Lancaster’s Farm Adventure and Wheels & Waterways Trails
As fall approaches Lancaster County, visitors have the chance to explore its beauty and culture through two unique trails: the Farm Adventure Trail and the Wheels & Waterways Trail. These free, mobile-based, interactive experiences allow participants to immerse themselves in the county’s offerings while supporting local businesses and conservation efforts. Farm Adventure Trail: Celebrating Agritourism…
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Local Nonprofit Brings Kids Together to Appreciate Nature, Education at French Creek State Park
The Centro Cultural Latinos Unidos, a local nonprofit organization, recently brought 19 children to participate in a beautiful nature experience at French Creek State Park, writes Bill Uhrich for The Daily Local News. Centro Cultural Latinos Unidos is on a mission to connect American and Latino cultures and provide families with educational, recreational, legal, and…
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Coatesville to Unveils Outdoor Fitness Court at Abdala Park This Friday
Coatesville will host an opening-day launch event of the new outdoor Fitness Court at Victor Abdala Sr. Memorial Park at 851 Olive Street on Friday, Aug. 16 at 4 PM. The Fitness Court program is a featured part of the nationwide initiative launched by National Fitness Campaign (NFC) that is on a mission to change health outcomes for…
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Why Bucks County Homeowners Are Celebrating Halloween in July
Bucks County’s Josh Stolarski is one of many homeowners in the region turning summer into a spooky spectacle with oversized lawn ghosts and ghouls, writes JD Mullane for Bucks County Courier Times. Stolarski’s 10-foot skeleton, festively dressed for various holidays, has become a beloved fixture in his neighborhood. “The kids love him,” he says. …
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Five Trails in Your Neighborhood to Try Out This Summer
Did you know there are more than 411 miles of trails in the Greater Philadelphia region? That’s right, the Circuit Trails is an expansive network of multiuse trails that weave through cities, neighborhoods, and rural parts of Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The trails serve as connectors to outdoor spaces for recreation, relaxation, and access to…
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Residents Rally to Oppose State’s Plan to Develop Big Elk Creek Watershed Into Tourist Attraction
Over 160 people showed up for a public hearing at the auditorium of Avon Grove High School to protest the state’s plan to turn almost 1,800 acres of the Big Elk Creek watershed into a tourist attraction, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. Last week’s hearing was hosted by the Republican Policy Committee…
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Joe Forkin, President of the Delaware River Waterfront Corporation, Has Major Plan for Philadelphia’s Waterfront
The Delaware River waterfront was a development nightmare for decades, but Joe Forkin has a major plan that will make Penn’s Landing thrive, writes David Murrell for Philadelphia Magazine. The City of Philadelphia’s original plans to redevelop the land into office space including a 30-story tower and science research park failed when no developer materialized.…
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Brandywine Valley Offers Plenty of Foraging Options for Amazing Meals
Foraging — the main source of food for the first humans — is still popular today among some chefs, farmers, naturalists, and hobbyists of the Brandywine Valley, writes Roger Morris for The Hunt. Among them is MacGregor Mann, who spent time in the local woods foraging almost daily while he ran the now-closed Junto BYOB…
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Residents, Lawmakers Finding Ways to Protect Future of Big Elk Creek Watershed
Residents have rallied to protect the Big Elk Creek watershed from being turned into a tourist attraction, writes Jen Samuel for The Daily Local News. On Jan. 10, around a thousand people gathered at a town hall at Avon Grove Charter School to voice their opposition to the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’…
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