Parks and recreation
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Ridley Creek State Park: The Ultimate Guide to a Summer Day Trip in Delaware County
Summer in Delaware County doesn’t always require a long drive or an expensive getaway. Sometimes the perfect escape is hiding in plain sight, just off a suburban road in Delco, or 16 miles from Center City Philadelphia, depending on which direction you are coming from. Ridley Creek State Park, which spans Edgmont, Middletown, and Upper Providence Townships, does not announce…
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These 3 Delaware County Country Clubs Lead the Way in Assets
The Merion Golf Club in Ardmore tops the regional list of country clubs with the most assets, writes Andy Medii and Emma Dooling for Philadelphia Business Journal. Country club revenue has soared following the pandemic, along with dues and membership costs. Delaware County country club assets have also been trending upward for local clubs. Merion…
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A Bench for the Ages: Celebrating Community, Conservation, and Shared Milestones
General Recreation Inc. has donated a memorial bench to Upper Merion Township in honor of two milestones: the 250th Anniversary of the United States and Upper Merion Township’s 50th consecutive year as a Tree City USA award recipient. These occasions speak to enduring values of stewardship, civic pride, and commitment to the natural spaces that…
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Mermaid Park Playground: A Destination for Nature-Inspired Play
It Started with an inspired idea Mermaid Park in Whitpain Township represents a landmark achievement in community-centered, nature-inspired play design, one that General Recreation is proud to have helped bring to life. The project began when General Recreation responded to a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) developed by Kurt Baker, then the Parks and Recreation…
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Pennsylvania Game Commission OKs Edgmont Game Land Deal
The Pennsylvania Game Commission voted 6-3 Saturday in favor of a land swap deal that gives Delaware County its first state game land in Edgmont, but is largely opposed by Limerick residents in Montgomery County. The commission voted in favor of a contract with developer Limerick Town Center LLC that gives the developer 55…
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Work to Get Underway on Delco Woods Development in Marple
A loop trail and restroom facilities are in the works for Delco Woods in Marple Township, writes Kathleen E. Carey for the Daily Times . Council Vice Chair Christine Reuther announced last week that the county is moving ahead with an ADA-compliant half-mile paved Woodland Loop Trail that starts at the Reed Road parking lot.…
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$29M Visitor Center in NJ Washington Crossing State Park Nears Completion
Just across the river, the new Museum & Visitor Center at Washington Crossing State Park in New Jersey is moving closer to its completion, writes Jeff Werner for Patch. The new center, spanning 11,500 square feet, is replacing the original building constructed for the 1976 Bicentennial. It’s scheduled to open this year to commemorate the nation’s 250th birthday. In the…
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Delco Scrabble Club Is Among the Nation’s Most Competitive
The Delco Scrabble Club, meeting weekly at the Riddle Village retirement community in Media, has played a key role in turning the Philadelphia region into one of the most competitive Scrabble scenes in the nation, writes Abigail Covington and Earl Hopkins for The Philadelphia Inquirer. One of the club’s members, Will Anderson, has won multiple…
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General Recreation Offers Tips on Restoring Playgrounds After Winter
When this winter’s freezing temperatures and snow accumulation finally end, playgrounds will require some special attention in anticipation of spring. For schools and municipalities, spring preparation isn’t just about appearance — it’s about safety, compliance, and protecting your investment, according to General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square. Freeze-thaw cycles, snowplows, de-icing chemicals, and months of…
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New Assistant Manager on Board at Ridley Creek State Park Complex
A Bucks County native has been named the new assistant manager for the Ridley Creek State Park Complex, encompassing Ridley Creek State Park as well as Big Elk Creek State Park and White Clay Creek Preserve. Emma Isaacson was named to the position by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn…
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There’s Snow in Delaware County. Time to Break Out the Sleds
Now that there’s snow on the ground, it’s time to run for the hills with sleds in hand. Here in Delaware County, there are five particularly good hills to check out this winter, writes Bailey King and Dan McGuade for Philadelphia Magazine. Ridley Creek State Park, with its official address at 1023 Sycamore Mills Road…
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General Recreation: PlayBooster Brings a New Perspective to Play
The Playbooster playsystem, available from General Recreation in Newtown Square, brings a new perspective to playground activities for children ages 5 to 12. These new products from Landscape Structures combine to create a space that looks different and plays differently. Playbooster allows kids to move freely from one activity to the next, keeping them engaged…
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New Plan for Bucks County Parks and Recreation Gains Official Approval
The Bucks County Commissioners has approved a comprehensive recreation, parks, and open space plan during their regular Wednesday meeting, writes Melinda Rizzo for the Bucks County Beacon. Developed over six years after decades without an update, the plan aims to protect natural resources while strengthening community well-being and responding directly to resident needs, according to…
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Here are 10 Delaware County Activities to Beat the Winter Doldrums
Winter’s wrath may bring snow and cold, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t enjoy all that the season has to offer, whether it’s walking a winter trail, enjoying good food and drink, or a show. Here are 10 winter activities you can try in Delaware County, as suggested by Visit Delco. 1. Wintry Walks…
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Elmwood Park Zoo Eyes 1 Million Visitors as County Greenlights Expansion
A major expansion for Norristown’s Elmwood Park Zoo is officially moving forward, writes Rachel Ravnia for The Times Herald. County officials have approved a long-term lease allowing the zoo to expand onto adjacent land within Norristown Farm Park. The agreement grants the zoo use of the historic Castner House, a structure dating back to 1802,…
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Skate Your Troubles Away at These Delaware County Ice Rinks
Delaware County offers several ice skating locations where you and your family can enjoy some memorable times on the ice, according to Cierra Williams and Micah Zimmerman for Philadelphia Magazine. Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink, Newtown Square This outdoor ice rink is open through Feb. 1 for public skating. There’s also heated tents, food and…
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Flight on Ice Rink Returns Again for the Holidays to Newtown Square
Flight on Ice has returned to the Energy Transfer Veterans Memorial Rink in Newtown Square for another holiday season, writes Timothy Alexander for MyChesCo. The rink at 4901 West Chester Pike opened Nov. 28 and will stay open through Feb. 1. Energy Transfer continues its support of the Delaware County Veterans Memorial Association with a…
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New Robbinsville Playground Built With General Recreation’s Help
Kids were able to enjoy a new, fully-inclusive playground at Community Park in Robbinsville, New Jersey, one of the latest projects worked on by General Recreation Inc. in Newtown Square. The playground opened in mid-November with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, as children eagerly tried out new equipment for climbing, gliding, swinging, and sliding, writes Steve Lenox…
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