Outdoors
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Walkable Jenkintown Praises Hatboro’s Parking—Locals Might Disagree
While locals complain about parking, Hatboro Mayor Tim Schultz says the issue is more perception than reality, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. Schultz says there’s plenty of parking downtown, pointing to spots behind Produce Junction as prime real estate—though borough officials clarify those are reserved for nearby stores. Still, Schultz stands by the simplicity…
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Earth Day Takes Root in Pottstown with Massive Tree-Planting Project
Earth Day was transformative at Pottstown High School this year, writes Evan Brandt for the Pottstwon Mercury. In one of the largest school-based tree planting efforts in Pennsylvania history, the Pottstown School District added 434 new trees across nine sites. The Department of Conservation supported the project with a $550,000 initiative. DCNR Secretary Cindy Adams…
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Norristown’s Riverfront Park Shines After Muddy Cleanup Mission
Rain and mud didn’t stop a determined group of volunteers from sprucing up Riverfront Park in Norristown over the weekend, writes Justin Heinze for the Patch. Eleven volunteers teamed up with Montgomery County Planning Commission staff to collect 18 bags of trash and several bulky items, giving one of the community’s most cherished green spaces…
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This Chester County State Park is an Underrated Hidden Gem of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania is home to 124 state parks, but Chester County has a particular hidden gem, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. French Creek State Park in Elverson was recently named one of the 8 underrated state parks throughout the commonwealth. As the largest state park in southeastern Pennsylvania, French Creek has many popular activities to…
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As SS United States Inches Closer to Becoming Artificial Reef, Florida Diving Businesses Battle for Position
The historic SS United States has been sitting at the Port of Mobile in Alabama for more than a month now, and with each passing day, is closer to becoming the world’s largest artificial reef, writes David Fischer for AP. Despite those plans having been in place for months, competing diving businesses want the ship…
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Two Bucks County Routes Among 20+ Must-Try Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Region
Two Bucks County routes are among the 20+ must-try bike trails in the Philadelphia region that are sure to satisfy all your biking needs, according to Philadelphia Magazine. For cyclists looking for a long ride with lots of changing scenery, the Delaware Canal Towpath is the route to take. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking, ever-changing…
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Bucks County Trout Stocking Schedule Released, New Fish Drop Site Added
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has released this year’s trout stocking schedule, adding several new fish drop sites, including one in Bucks County, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The annual fish release begins next week, with 3.2 million trout being stocked into 691 streams and 130 lakes across the state.…
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Only One Mile Separates Schuylkill River Trail From Completing Stretch From Philadelphia to Reading
The Schuylkill River Trail, which currently runs unobstructed from Philadelphia through Chester and Montgomery counties to Pottstown, is now just one mile away from completing its stretch to Reading, writes David Kostival for WFMZ 69 News. The trail will eventually span 120 miles from Philadelphia to the river’s headwaters in Frackville. Currently, 80 miles are…
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University City District to Seek Funding for $60M Schuylkill River Waterfront Project
University City District is currently embarking on fundraising efforts to pursue the Schuylkill River Waterfront Project that was first proposed in spring 2024, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The proposed project features a two-deck structure along the Schuylkill River’s west bank between Market and Chestnut streets. Meanwhile, the lower deck would include…
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How the Buckman Family Built a Ski Empire at Spring Mountain
The Buckman family and Spring Mountain have been a cornerstone of the Philadelphia region’s skiing community for over five decades, writes Jason Nark for the Philadelphia Inquirer. In 1971, Leon Buckman, originally in the plumbing and pool business, opened Buckman’s Ski & Snowboard Shop in Perkiomenville to cater to his children’s newfound passion for skiing.…
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New ‘Magical Garden’ Floating Between Philadelphia’s Two Rivers Set to Open Next Year
A floating classroom, described by its designer as a “magical garden,” is set to open next year, floating between the Delaware River and the Schuylkill, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The 5,400-square-foot classroom, featuring glass walls, will spend six months docked on the Delaware River near the Independence Seaport Museum, and the other…
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Hundreds of Racers Take to Slopes at Spring Mountain in Nation’s Largest Snowshoe 5K
On January 25, hundreds of winter sports enthusiasts descended on Spring Mountain in Schwenksville for the 19th annual Snowshoe Race, the nation’s largest snowshoe 5K, writes John Worthington for the Daily Local News. Approximately 325 racers braved the chilly morning temperatures to conquer the steep slopes. Before they set off from the starting line, Ryan…
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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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Perkiomen Creek Nominated for Pennsylvania River of the Year
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) invites locals to vote for the 2025 Pennsylvania River of the Year, writes Colleen McDonough for the PA Organization for Watersheds and Rivers. Among the nominees is the Perkiomen Creek, a 37.7-mile tributary of the Schuylkill River flowing through Montgomery, Berks, and Lehigh counties. Online voting is…
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Chester County Town Listed Among Most UFO Sightings in Pennsylvania
West Chester has been reported as one of the “cities” with the most UFO sightings in Pennsylvania, according to a report by Stacker. The first official UFO sighting was in 1947, an event that set off a cultural craze across the United States; an obsession that is just as prevalent today. Pilot Kenneth Arnold had…
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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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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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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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