Outdoors

The Jersey Shore community is considering closing the boardwalk to the public between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m. year-round.

As temperatures rise and flowers bloom, we're talking all things gardening.

The "Big Sit" events include the use of all-terrain wheelchairs for birding experts and beginners who know nothing about birds.

The return-to-work program offers residents a chance to gain gardening and landscaping skills.

Scarlet tanagers migrate to Pennsylvania’s forests each year to breed before heading back to South America.

Things are heating up this spring in Philly – literally. With America 250 coming up, there are more events than ever to enjoy the city.

The costs, specifications and waits for a bicycle rack or corral permit might be discouraging businesses from even applying.

You’re not crazy if you think some of Philly’s beautiful, blooming trees smell a bit “off.” One expert tells us Bradford Pear trees have a distinct – and unpleasant – scent.

The mobile air monitoring project aims to identify hot spots of pollution in four overburdened communities in New Jersey, including Camden.

In 2025, 83% of the trash collected from New Jersey’s beaches were made from plastic.

Temperature and precipitation pattern changes mean trees are blooming earlier.

Flooding has repeatedly battered parts of the Southwest Philadelphia neighborhood, damaging homes, ruining cars and forcing evacuations.

It’s cherry blossom season! We put together a guide to help you find the perfect spot to see the colorful, flowering trees.

Organizers also announce Midtown Village dates and call for similar events citywide.

We joined Wednesday Night Rides and Skype a Scientist to help boost biodiversity in Philadelphia.