Outdoors
This fishing gear can help save whales. What will it take for fishermen to use it?
Fishing grounds are being closed, but new technology could help avoid that.
2 years ago
OceanGate wants to change deep-sea tourism, but its missing sub highlights the risks
Until this week, few people were aware of another extreme adventure industry that is just getting started: deep-ocean exploration.
2 years ago
A search is underway for a missing submersible that brings tourists to the Titanic
A submersible capable of taking tourists over 2 miles underwater to view the Titanic wreckage up close has gone missing.
2 years ago
The Power of Awe — and How to Find It
Researcher Dacher Keltner investigates the elusive emotion of awe, revealing how it transforms our brains and bodies, and how to find more wonder in our everyday lives.
Air Date: June 16, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:51Mill Creek Recreation Center renamed in honor of Parks & Rec employee killed at work
The Tiffany Fletcher Recreational Center, formerly Mill Creek, will receive ADA improvements, a computer lab, and a mural depicting the late Parks & Rec employee.
2 years ago
Listen 1:00All of Philadelphia’s public pools to open this summer, with staggered schedule
The city pushed to hire 400 lifeguards ahead of the pools opening. Parks and Recreation leaders say the spaced out schedule will allow for more lifeguards to finish training.
2 years ago
Why is smoke from Canada impacting the Philadelphia region and when will it go away?
A Code Red Air Quality Alert will be in effect for Delaware Thursday, and Pennsylvania and New Jersey will be under a Code Orange.
2 years ago
N.J. utilities float solar panels on reservoir, powering water treatment plant
Two New Jersey utilities have joined forces on a clean energy project to pump water from a reservoir to 84,000 homes and businesses.
2 years ago
Picking the ‘right’ sunscreen isn’t as important as avoiding these 6 mistakes
We asked dermatologists to share their tips to optimize protection and we learned about the common misperceptions they hear from patients.
2 years ago
Heads up! Stunning birds are all around us, even in dense cities
If you pay attention, you can see or hear a wide variety of birds, especially in migration season.
2 years ago
Wildfire that burned 158 acres in Gloucester County now 100% contained
The fire is burning in a wooded area spanning both Franklin and Monroe townships.
2 years ago
‘Nice splash of color’: Hibernia County Park in Chester County gets 5-acre wildflower, grass meadow
Park officials have planted the seeds for the meadow, which will grow colorful wildflowers and seasonal grass.
2 years ago
Delaware beaches prep for summer season ahead of Memorial Day
Stores and restaurants in Rehoboth, Bethany, and other Delaware beach towns say they’re ready for an influx of summer visitors.
2 years ago
N.J. officials release 2023 ‘State of the Shore’ report
The report finds that most beaches in the state are in fairly good condition, according to environmental experts — but a warning has been issued for swimmers.
2 years ago
Travel Expert Rick Steves, New Creatures at the Zoo, Studio 2 Trivia
Have you made any summer vacation plans? PBS travel icon Rick Steves joins us with destination suggestions, how to get around on a budget and more useful tips.
Air Date: May 25, 2023 12:00 pm
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