Outdoors
Philly’s snow emergency means it’s time to break out the homemade sleds
The creator of the Flexible Flyer was born here. But you don’t need one of those to hit the slopes.
2 months ago
Snow is accumulating in the Philly region. Here’s the latest forecast
The area's first measurable amount of snowfall in nearly two years came earlier this week. Now it's time for round two.
2 months ago
Expansion for major Delaware state park to add 275 acres for recreation and preservation
A $26 million project is set to add 275 acres to White Clay Creek State Park in a strategic three-phase expansion.
3 months ago
Listen 1:15“We've already seen a lot of rain with the three previous storms … our soils can't take much more rainfall,” said one NWS meteorologist.
3 months ago
Jan. 4 - 7: Philly Loves Bowie Week, Van Halen Nation in N.J., and ‘Princesses and Heroes’ in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.
3 months ago
Listen 5:40An all-terrain wheelchair is coming to Wharton State Forest in Burlington County
This spring, visitors to Wharton State Forest with mobility impairments will be able to experience the great outdoors like never before.
3 months ago
Listen 0:55A new program in New Jersey will help those with disabilities enjoy more outdoor recreation areas and services.
3 months ago
Listen 1:17Pierce Brosnan faces charges after allegedly walking in Yellowstone’s thermal areas
Brosnan, who is best known for his stint as James Bond in the 1990s, was charged in Wyoming with failing to keep to the trails. He's due in federal court on Jan. 23.
3 months ago
Efforts are underway to help beautify and protect New Jersey’s urban areas with trees
New Jersey environmental groups are working together to plant more trees in urban areas.
4 months ago
Neighbors are fighting a proposed campsite on Landenberg’s Big Elk Creek State Park
Residents believe the land should be protected from heavy foot traffic.
4 months ago
Listen 5:06Working Out in Winter, The Rise in Hate Crimes and Bigotry, Typewriters in Philly
Trends in hate crimes after a shooting in Vermont this weekend targeted three students of Palestinian descent. Also, cold weather exercise - staying motivated and safe.
Air Date: November 28, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 50:26Arborists encourage homeowners to prepare their trees for winter
Winter storms, heavy snow, and ice can damage trees, arborists say.
4 months ago
Shopping? Take a hike! Philly has options to get outside on Black Friday
Philadelphia has 800 miles of trails. Groups are organizing walks to get folks outside on the biggest shopping day of the year.
4 months ago
How you can help make your Philly-area neighborhood greener this weekend
Volunteers are needed to help PHS Tree Tenders groups plant 1,800 trees in Philly and surrounding suburbs.
4 months ago
Are Third-Party Presidential Candidates Spoilers? Johnny Doc on Trial, A Fish with ‘Feet’
Are outsider presidential candidates good for democracy? Is it fair to call them spoilers? Also, former IBEW leader Johnny Doc's trial and Drexel puts Tiktaalik on display.
Air Date: November 14, 2023 12:00 pm
Listen 49:55