Outdoors
2026 Jersey Shore beach tags: What they cost and where beaches are free
More shore towns in Atlantic and Cape May counties are moving to digital beach badges. In several communities, you can buy them before you hit the sand.
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Your guide to the 2026 Broad Street Run
Philly is home to the nation’s largest 10-mile race, and its is bound to be a party this year. Here’s how (and where) you can watch this Sunday’s race.
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Straight ‘F’s: Philadelphia region’s air quality ranking worsens in annual lung health report
The American Lung Association says the Philly area is among the worst in the country for levels of a pollutant that can cause lung and heart issues.
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Listen 1:08Pa. wants homeowners to ditch their lawns for meadows — starting with free native plant kits
Unlike lawns, which have short roots, meadows soak up water and prevent stormwater pollution.
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Listen 1:12Montgomery County Trail Challenge returns with 4 new ‘scavenger hunt’ locations
Participants can visit 18 trails and four historic sites, collecting animal symbols for prizes through Dec. 7.
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Listen 1:01Philadelphia to transform vacant lots into green community spaces under new pilot project
There are about 40,000 vacant lots throughout Philadelphia, according to officials.
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Listen 1:14Anglers help stock White Clay Creek with trout, celebrate improvements to water quality
Pennsylvania has awarded more than $17 million in grants to 89 state projects to improve water quality and support trout.
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Listen 1:17Philadelphians who care for vacant side yards form group to push for easier land-acquisition process
The coalition wants the Land Bank to give neighbors preferential rights to apply for vacant side yards and expand eligibility.
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Listen 0:58America’s first botanical garden is right here in Philly
Bartram’s Garden existed long before our nation was founded. The park was a foundation for natural history in the U.S.
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Wildwood considering overnight boardwalk closure
The Jersey Shore community is considering closing the boardwalk to the public between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. year-round.
2 months ago
As temperatures rise and flowers bloom, we're talking all things gardening.
Air Date: April 16, 2026 1:00 pm
Listen 33:44The "Big Sit" events include the use of all-terrain wheelchairs for birding experts and beginners who know nothing about birds.
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Listen 1:15Horticultural students graduate from ‘Branches to Chances’ program in Delaware
The return-to-work program offers residents a chance to gain gardening and landscaping skills.
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Listen 1:08‘The Jewels of the Forest’: Scarlet tanagers proposed as Pennsylvania’s ‘migratory bird’
Scarlet tanagers migrate to Pennsylvania’s forests each year to breed before heading back to South America.
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Listen 1:21Billy Penn’s ultimate guide to spring in Philly
Things are heating up this spring in Philly – literally. With America 250 coming up, there are more events than ever to enjoy the city.
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