Outdoors
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Montco Trail Access, Diversity, and Awareness Plan Receives Stamp of Approval
The Montgomery County Trail Access, Diversity, and Awareness Plan received a stamp of approval from county leaders at the recent commissioners’ meeting, writes Rachel Ravina for the Montgomery Media. According to Bill Hartman, the Montgomery County Planning Commission’s section chief for trails and open space, the study was funded through a Delaware Valley Regional Planning…
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The Best Fall Events to Check Out in Montco This October
From hayrides and corn mazes to foliage hikes and wine tastings, there’s loads of exciting things to do this October in Montgomery County. Here are some popular events and activities that are a must this fall. Skippack Days Arts & Craft Show October 2-4 | Skippack Come out and support small business owners at this craft…
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‘Forest Bathing’ Raising in Popularity Thanks to Local Wellness Entrepreneurs
The practice of forest bathing is gaining in popularity thanks to Tami Astorino and Rachel Rubin, two local entrepreneurs who started Rise Gatherings health and wellness business, writes Rita Giordano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Forest bathing is a practice that originated in Japan. Proponents of shinrin-yoku believe that spending time truly immersed in nature is…
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Philadelphia Magazine: Enjoy a Day of Hiking or Exploring at Valley Forge National Historical Park
Situated on 3,452 sprawling acres and with 35 miles of trails, Valley Forge National Historical Park is an ideal place for a day of hiking or exploring, writes Christine Speer Lejeune for the Philadelphia Magazine. In addition to its stunning nature, the park has enormous historic importance as the place where George Washington and the…
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Fun Dog-Friendly Activities to Do in Montco This Fall
Montgomery County is a dog lover’s dream! From wide-open spaces to a wide range of dog-friendly restaurants, you’ll find there’s a lot to explore with your furry best friend. The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board rounded up some of the top things to do with your dog this fall. Visit a Park Take in…
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Budget Friendly Fall Activities in Montgomery County
With the cooler temperatures of fall finally here, it’s the perfect time for some outdoor budget-friendly fun. Go on a Hike Listen to the leaves crunch beneath your feet as you explore the 96 miles of trails in Montgomery County. Families can easily social distance on the Perkiomen Trail and the Schuylkill River Trail. Dogs are also…
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Silky White Webs Dominating Area Landscape Are Work of Native Moth
The silky white webs that have been dominating the area landscape along many scenic roads are the work of fall webworms and do not represent a serious threat to local flora, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Some have feared that the thousands of webs were an indication of a return of the dreaded…
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Kulps Corner Farm Co-Owned by Gwynedd Valley Family Preserved in Conservation Pact
Blue Rock Farm in Kulps Corner in Bucks County, co-owned by Carmen and Rita Rocco of Gwynedd Valley, is being preserved in a conservation pact of $1.36 million, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Four entities have joined forces to ensure the preservation of the 97-acre farm in Bedminster Township, including the state, Bucks…
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Schwenksville Native Sets New Record on Appalachian Trail
Liz Anjos, a Schwenksville native, has set a new fastest known time for women running the Appalachian Trail in the northbound direction, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. The endurance runner spent 51 days, 16 hours, and 30 minutes on her journey, also setting an overall second-fastest time for a woman on the trail, behind…
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Three Mini-Itineraries to Plan During Labor Day Weekend
Given the opportunities to Let Freedom Reign in Valley Forge & Montgomery County, PA, Labor Day here is a prime spot for one last summer hurrah, writes Justine Garbarino for Valley Forge. While discovering our many possibilities, be sure to share your posts, photos, tweets, and status updates by using #MakeItMontco. Affordable Adventure Itinerary There’s…
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Take a Bike Tour Through Valley Forge National Historical Park
Thousands of cyclists ride past the heart of Valley Forge National Park on the Schuylkill River Trail everyday, but only a handful make the journey through what was once the center of George Washington’s Continental Army Winter Encampment from 1777 to 1778, writes Andrew Beswold for ValleyForge.com. This ride can be approached two ways and…
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Local Who Caddied for Kirk Triplett at Horsham Club Stand Up for Golf Pro Following BLM Sticker Uproar
The reaction of many golf fans to Kirk Triplett’s Black Lives Matter bag sticker during Bridgestone Senior Players Championship continues to perpetuate a stereotype of the popular sport’s fans as being an out of touch group, writes Joe Wowk in an opinion for the Golf City. Wowk worked as a caddie at Commonwealth National Country…
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Rolling Turf Golf Course Adds New Fun Activity for Families: Foot Golf
Rolling Turf Golf Course in Schwenksville has added Foot Golf, a new fun activity to help families keep busy and enjoy the outdoors during the pandemic, writes Richard Curtis for FOX 29. Ray Wells, owner and manager of the 12-hole course, got the idea for the new sport at a turf conference. “They were talking…
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Forbes: Explore Beautiful Sites, Stunning Nature on Road Trip Through Montgomery County
Montgomery County offers many options for outdoor exploration and enjoyment, including beautiful historic and artsy sites surrounded by stunning nature, making it the ideal place for a fall road trip, writes Lea Lane for Forbes. Start by driving to Fort Washington State Park and getting a taste of history by visiting the spot where General…
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Medowbrook Farm Opens Doors for the Season with Social Distancing Guidelines in Place
Pennsylvania Horticultural Society’s Meadowbrook Farm in Jenkintown opened to the public Aug. 5, taking precautions in alignment with state and federal regulations amid the global pandemic. Also open is the Meadowbrook Farm Plant shop, which offers a diverse selection of plants that can be found in the gardens and unusual versions of old favorites. Meadowbrook…
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Montco Explorer: Let’s Take This Outside!
By Rachel Riley Valley Forge and Montgomery County, PA are adding to a growing list of reasons to get outdoors. Now, it’s the perfect time for apprentice paddlers to get out on the water, and novice cyclists to hit the trail to learn confidence through safety and instruction. The Schuylkill River Greenways National Heritage Area…
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In a Coronavirus Summer, How to Have a Staycation
By Wendi Rank Need to relax? Improve cardiac health? The TurfMutt Foundation’s Guide To Summer is an initiative to enjoy the outdoors. TurfMutt says spending time outside can improve health. I live with outdoorsmen. They are less grumpy after a hike. The extent you’ll find me outdoors is a drive-in movie theater. I’m grumpy all the time. Spending time outdoors has other benefits, says TurfMutt. Mycobacterium in soil produces the same chemical effect in the brain…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Announces PECO-Sponsored PAWS Membership
Elmwood Park Zoo is pleased to announce the creation of a new Yearly Membership that will better serve individuals receiving government assistance. Sponsored by PECO, Elmwood Park Zoo’s PAWS Membership (Providing Access to Wildlife and Science) will provide free admission to guests – two named adults and up to six children – for one year. Individuals who receive state financial…
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