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Outdoors
3 things to know about the new Pa. law that could help Philly gardeners own the land they steward
The law lowers the bar for “adverse possession.” It’s part of recent moves to improve garden land security.
5 days ago
Listen 1:07New book peeks over the wall into Philadelphia’s grand gardens
“Private Gardens of Philadelphia” showcases beautiful places few people have seen.
6 days ago
Listen 1:45City says it’s cleaned 5,000 blocks, with 13,000 more to go
Some residents scoff, while others say it’s a good start.
3 weeks ago
Kids can spend more time outdoors when provided with shade, study finds
Researchers say shade can increase outdoor activities by an average of 14 minutes.
3 weeks ago
Listen 1:17Chester County hayfields can be traps for baby birds. A collaboration aims to make them havens
Chester County farmers, conservationists and landowners are working together to help baby birds successfully leave the nest.
3 weeks ago
Listen 4:56Wayward bear’s journey across northern Delaware ends after car strike
The bear affectionately known as “Delabear” on social media met a tragic end after being hit by a car on a Delaware highway.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:01Wilmington’s Cool Spring Park introduces new amphitheater and outdoor classroom
The Delaware park has seen significant changes over the past year, including new bilingual signs along its trails.
4 weeks ago
Fatal drownings among young children nationally rose 12% from 2020 to 2021, according to a new federal report.
4 weeks ago
Listen 1:58What’s a heat dome? Here’s why so much of the U.S. is broiling this week
It’s helpful to think of a heat dome as what’s happening in the atmosphere and a heat wave as how it affects people on the ground.
1 month ago
Residents suing over FDR Park tree clearing accuse judge of potential bias
One expert on judicial ethics said the connection is too indirect to require the judge to recuse herself.
1 month ago
Listen 1:27Extreme heat in Philly: Here’s what you need to know to stay safe and cool
Confused about extreme heat terminology? Curious how climate change factors into soaring temps? The WHYY News Climate Desk has you covered.
1 month ago
Here’s when Philly’s public pools will open for the 2024 season
Openings begin Monday, June 17, and several other pools across the city will open throughout the rest of the week.
1 month ago
Creating a Native Landscape in Your Own Yard
Ecologist Douglas Tallamy talks about an approach to conservation that starts with letting your yard grow wild with native plants to save wildlife in 'Nature's Best Hope.'
Air Date: June 14, 2024 12:00 pm
Listen 50:30Rare black rail bird spotted in southern Delaware’s salt marshes at Milford Neck Preserve
After two years of assessment, researchers say they’ve found the rare and threatened black rail bird, along with other species, at Milford Neck Preserve.
1 month ago
Listen 1:33A Delaware inventor wants you to consider raising bees
A unique hive design aims to reduce the physical demands on beekeepers while drastically improving colony survival rates.
1 month ago
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