Outdoors
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111 Acres of Land Conserved in Chester County Thanks to Conservation Trust, Family Property Owners
Partnering with Charlestown Township, French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust has put 111 acres under protection in northern Chester County, writes staff from the Daily Local News. Conservation easements were pioneered by brothers Christopher, Nicolas, and Geoffrey Crowell on two properties, with funding for the easements coming through the Open Space Initiative. Moreover, the easements…
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These 6 Montgomery County Towns Are Among the Most Walkable Philadelphia Suburbs
Walkable suburbs and neighborhoods are currently all the rage in the real estate world as developers rush to add foot-friendly amenities to car-centric places. Meanwhile, Montgomery County towns were built for strolling in the first place, according to Philadelphia Magazine. According to Walk Score, a real estate industry standard that measures the walkability of places…
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Green Lane Park Announces Fun Fowl Finding and Maple Sugar Magic in March
Green Lane Park has announced its upcoming events in late February and March. The public is encouraged to register to attend these upcoming family-friendly events. Waterfowl Watch Saturday, March 12 at 1 p.m. Green Lane Park has a rich Ornithological history, and is an official Important Bird Area in Pennsylvania. During this program, we will…
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Philly Home + Garden Show is Back with Exhibitors and Celebrity Guests in Oaks
The Philly Home + Garden Show returns to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center in Oaks in Montgomery County for three days only from Friday, February 25th to Sunday, February 27th. Attendees will find new inspiration, innovative products, helpful tips, and amazing deals in remodeling, home improvements, décor, and outdoor spaces with opportunities to connect with…
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Neighbors Continue to Sow Seeds of Discontent in Malvern Couple’s Wildflower Farm
When Ryan and Lori Heenan bought a property on Castlebar Lane in Malvern seven years ago, they had no idea how controversial it would soon become. Davis Giangiulio dug up the particulars for Main Line Tonight. The couple brought a dilapidated barn on the property back into shape and began holding family events there, including…
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Ridley Tattoo Artist Roddie Cooper Climbs Mount Kilimanjaro With Delco Flag
“I did it for Delco,” says Roddie Cooper, posing for a picture at the top of Mount Kilimanjaro holding a Delco sign. The Ridley High School graduate is a stilt walker, “Star Wars” stormtrooper, and tattoo artist who decided to climb Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania last year to fly the Delaware County sign at the…
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Heated Pool in Winter Turns the Tide for Lawrence Park Swim Club
In 2019, the Lawrence Park Swim Club, an outdoor pool in Broomall, was struggling, writes J.F. Pirro for Main Line Today. The 53-year-old facility saw its membership drop to 175 people. Then something happened that no one expected, The pandemic. It closed indoor pools, the destination of choice for swimmers in wintertime. Lawrence Park…
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Local Trail System Gains Five More Miles of Fitness, Beauty, Recreation
Chester County pedestrians and bicyclists will soon be able to spread out a little more. Current plans call for adding five more miles to the county’s 22-mile-long trail system of paved pedestrian trails. Bill Rettew traversed the particulars for the Daily Local News. The additional mileage is coming to the Chester Valley Trail and the…
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Former Penn State Professor and Upper Perk Grad is Named PA’s New Director of Outdoor Recreation
Pennsylvania’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has just hired Nathan Reigner, a former Penn State assistant professor to be its first-ever director of outdoor recreation. Reigner, who has a background of recreation and tourism expertise, is going to assist the Department in drawing in more diverse park and forest users, writes Frank Kummer…
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Get Outside! Norristown Farm Park Announces February Events
Montgomery County’s Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for February. Morning Bird Walk Tuesday, February 8, 9 a.m. Get outdoors and join park staff for our regular Tuesday bird walk. Bring binoculars or borrow ours! Wear sturdy shoes for hiking. All ages; Free Nature Explorers – Tracks and Scat Thursday,…
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Here’s Every Amazing Thing You Can Do This January in Montgomery County
January, the month of fresh starts and setting your sights on goals of all sizes. Make the most of your new year by getting out to see what’s happening across Montgomery County! From amazing shopping and miles of trails to top-quality restaurants and dozens of avenues of entertainment, there’s no shortage of awesome things to…
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Spring Mountain Ski Resort Provides Fun Wintry Weekend Getaway for the Whole Family
A great way to enjoy some winter fun this season is to hit the beautiful ski slopes of Spring Mountain, located in Schwenksville, writes Cierra Williams for Philadelphia Magazine. Situated just an hour outside Philadelphia’s city lights, Spring Mountain’s ski resort has everything you need for a ski weekend getaway. The mountain features a 428-foot…
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Montgomery County’s Fun Winter Itinerary: Local Parks, Restaurants, Hotels, and More
Fun for travelers and locals alike, Montco’s state parks are wonderful places to spend your winter. Depending on the area, they offer sledding and skiing hills, flat ground for cross country skiing, hiking forests, and beautiful views for selfies. You can check the state parks’ winter report on how much snow and ice is available…
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Registration Open for 16th Annual In-Person & Virtual Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run
The Valley Forge Revolutionary 5-Mile Run registration is now open and runners and walkers all over the world are invited to participate. Organized by the Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board (VFTCB), event options include an in-person 5-mile run or 3-mile walk at Valley Forge National Historical Park on Sunday, April 24th, and a virtual…
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December 2021: The Second-Warmest Holiday Season in the Philadelphia Region
If December 2021 felt like Santa needed Bermuda shorts and Frosty could have used an iced tea, there’s a reason: It was the second-warmest final month of a Philadelphia year in 147 years of record keeping. Frank Kummer simmered the particulars for The Philadelphia Inquirer. December 31 registered an average daily temperature of 51 degrees,…
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Norristown Farm Park Offers Educational and Family-friendly Events in January
Montgomery County’s Norristown Farm Park has announced upcoming educational and family-friendly events scheduled for January. Create a Snow Globe Saturday, January 8, 11 a.m. One of the best parts of the winter season is the snow! Come celebrate the season by creating a snow globe. Pick your own figurines and glitter, then take it home.…
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5 Things To Do On Your 5 Days Off in Montgomery County
The gifts have been given, the turkey carved, and the hot cocoa poured; Christmas is complete. Now it’s time to enjoy the next few days off before ringing in the New Year! With so much free time and so many options, how do you decide what to do with your time? Allow us to help…
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Valley Forge National Historical Park Hosts Weekend March-In 2021
During the weekend of Saturday, December 18 and Sunday, December 19, Valley Forge National Historical Park will commemorate the arrival of the Continental Army at Valley Forge in 1777 with a series of special programs and activities. March-In programming will take place on both Saturday and Sunday from 9 AM to 5 PM at the…
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