John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge
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More than a Dozen Events to Enjoy on the Region’s Circuit Trails Network on Saturday
Saturday, April 25 is Celebrate Trails Day, an annual, nationwide invitation to get outside and experience the trails that connect our communities. Led regionally by the…
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Fall Colors Await. Check Out These Hiking and Walking Trails in Delaware County
A chill in the air brings autumn colors and an opportunity to hike past some beautiful foliage, writes Anne E. Hill and Ben Silver for…
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John Heinz Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum Hosts ‘Ethical’ Deer Hunts
Once a year, for four weekends, novice and experienced archers gather in the early morning hours to participate in a Mentored Deer Archery Hunt run…
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Here’s Some Fall Family Hiking Options in Delaware County
Crisp air and crunchy leaves makes fall hiking particularly special and there are several nearby options for families to explore, writes Maureen Rayburn for MSN.…
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Philly Queer Birders Find ‘Bird Joy’ and Community in Tinicum
A group from Philadelphia’s queer community are optimizing bird watching opportunities at places like the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum, Cobbs Creek, and…
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This Delaware County Spot Is a Family Alternative to Beach Heat
To those families looking for time outdoors but have had their fill of the beach with its summer heat and sand, there is a Delaware…
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Take in the View and Order Some Seafood at Stingers in Ridley Park
The Philadelphia Inquirer seems to have forgotten that Delaware County also has restaurants, rivers and creeks, sometimes all at once. In a recent article listing…
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Aqua Pennsylvania, Riverbend, and Upper Darby School District Collaborate to Bring Environmental STEM Program to Nearly 1,000 Fifth Graders
Riverbend Environmental Education Center, in partnership with Aqua Pennsylvania and the Upper Darby School District, collaborated with the aim of enhancing environmental education for nearly…
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New Delaware County 911 Technologies Offer Life-Saving Assists
Delaware County is utilizing the latest AI and cloud-based tools to enhance its 911 service and help people in distress, writes Leila Jordan for Business…
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Snake in the Grass in Delaware County? Maybe, but Not Poisonous
Delaware County isn’t the first place you’d think of when contemplating snakes in our midst. It’s true you won’t find snakes too often in urban…
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Taking in the Reward of Winter Delaware County Birdwatching
Late fall and winter are actually good times for birdwatching in Pennsylvania, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. While many Pennsylvania bird species migrate south…
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John Heinz Wildlife Refuge Connects Urban Youth With Archery
The John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum has a unique program to teach archery to the youth in the neighborhoods of Southwest Philadelphia, writes…
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PennDOT Starts 4-Year Project on Rt. 420 Bridges Over Darby Creek
PennDOT is starting work on a $35.8 million federally-funded project replacing the Route 420 bridges connecting Prospect Park and Tinicum Township, reports the Daily Times.…
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At This Ridley Park Restaurant, You Get a Creekside Seat 5 Minutes From the Airport
As we inch our way toward warmer weather, people are finding opportunities for dining and drinking near scenic waterways. Here in Delaware County, you can…
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John Heinz Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum Celebrates 50 Years
For 50 years, the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge has been a natural haven tucked away quietly amidst the hustle and bustle of Philadelphia, I-95…
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Video of Precursor Turtle Sex at Heinz Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum Goes Viral
Philadelphia stand-up comedian Jamie Pappas was eager to get outside one Saturday morning and enjoy the nice weather. So the 29-year-old drove to the John…
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Smoky Mountains’ Fall Foliage Prediction: The 2021 Annual Autumnal Beauty Pageant Isn’t Far Off
The Smoky Mountains’ Fall Foliage Prediction has good news for local lovers of the great outdoors. Alyssa Adams covered the report’s timing of 2021’s autumnal…





















