Tag: John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge

A deer peeks out from the brush at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum.Environment

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…

A beautiful fall day walking the Chester Creek Rail Trail in Aston and Middletown Townships.Delaware County

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…

Philly Queer Birders on a bird watching walk, this time at Cobbs Creek.Outdoors

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…

John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge at Tinicum.Tourism

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…

The Ridley Township Municipal Marina where you can find Stingers Waterfront.Restaurants & Lodging

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…

Guests check out the plants in the Longwood Gardens conservatory.Tourism

15 Fun Places to Go After Visiting Longwood Gardens in 2024

Visiting Longwood Gardens is a magical experience, especially if you stay for the dazzling Festival of Fountains that lights up the evening during summer.

Since…

Individuals from Riverbend, Aqua Pennsylvania, and Upper Darby holding the check presented by Aqua Pennsylvania.Utilities

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…

A 911 dispatcher works with various technologies to assist distressed callers.Technology

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…

A Garter snake slithers over a rock.Environment

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…

Tinicum Eagles at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge.Tinicum

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…

An instructor at the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge teaches archery to a student.Tinicum

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…

A photo issued by PennDOT late last year of the southbound Route 420 bridgeTransportation

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…

The view from the patio at Stinger's Waterfront looking out on the Darby Creek waterfrontRestaurants & Lodging

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…

Kayakers spend some time on the water at the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge.Environment

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…

One turtle gives a friendly slap to another at the John Heinz Wildlife Refuge.Environment

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…

bridge over creekOutdoors

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…

The wilderness of the John Heinz Wildlife RefugeEnvironment

John Heinz Wildlife Refuge in Tinicum Gets $1.5M Restoration

For decades, 150 acres of the Henderson Marsh at the 1,200-acre John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge has been nothing but big piles of…

A woman taking pictures at Longwood GardensTourism

DELCO Escape: 11 Best Places to Go After You Visit Longwood Gardens

In last week’s DELCO Escape post we went through the must-have experiences to enjoy when you visit Longwood Gardens. And the week before…