Outdoors
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Trout Season Opens for Bucks County Anglers
Bucks County anglers can now head out to their favorite fishing spots as trout fishing season officially opened on April 5, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission started its annual fish release last month with more than 3.2 million trout unloaded into 691 streams and 130…
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Father, Son from Bensalem Get Surprise of a Lifetime When Humpback Whale Emerges During their Fishing Trip
While out on their boat, a father and son from Bucks County found themselves face to face with one of the largest creatures in the ocean. Staff writers at 6ABC Philadelphia wrote about the harrowing experience. Doug and Zach Piller, residents of Bensalem, were out on a boat in Belmar, New Jersey when a school…
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Two Bucks County Routes Among 20+ Must-Try Scenic Bike Trails in Philadelphia Region
Two Bucks County routes are among the 20+ must-try bike trails in the Philadelphia region that are sure to satisfy all your biking needs, according to Philadelphia Magazine. For cyclists looking for a long ride with lots of changing scenery, the Delaware Canal Towpath is the route to take. Here, you can enjoy breathtaking, ever-changing…
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Bucks County Trout Stocking Schedule Released, New Fish Drop Site Added
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission has released this year’s trout stocking schedule, adding several new fish drop sites, including one in Bucks County, writes JD Mullane for the Bucks County Courier Times. The annual fish release begins next week, with 3.2 million trout being stocked into 691 streams and 130 lakes across the state.…
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Nockamixon State Park in Upper Bucks County Welcomes New Assistant Manager
The state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has appointed Liam Goldbach as the new assistant manager at Nockamixon State Park in Upper Bucks County, writes Jeff Werner for the Patch. “Liam is a great communicator and possesses the skills to excel in his new role,” said Secretary Cindy Dunn. “We are excited to learn…
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State of Basin Report: Water Quantity in Delaware River Basin Is Good, Quality Not Far Behind
Delaware River Basin Commission recently published its State of the Basin Report, the fourth since 2004, benchmarking conditions and tracking progress toward meeting key DRBC goals for an adequate supply of water with suitable quality in the Delaware River basin. The report evaluates five categories – watersheds and landscapes, water quantity, climate change, water quality,…
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Schuylkill River Trail to Receive Two Major Extensions Thanks to Federal Funding
Nearly $14 million in federal funds will help build two key Schuylkill River Trail extensions, connecting to Manayunk and Passyunk Avenue, writes Frank Kummer for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The proposed Wissahickon Gateway would give walkers, runners, and cyclists a safer route around the busy roads of Ridge Avenue and Main Street in Manayunk. Meanwhile, the…
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Bucks County’s Ringing Rocks Among Pennsylvania’s Must-See Landmarks
Pennsylvania has many tourist attractions, but some are so unique they must be seen and heard to be believed, including one in Bucks County, writes Kalena Thomhave for The Keystone. Ringing Rocks County Park in Upper Black Eddy features a seven-acre field of large boulders that emit mysterious sounds when struck with a hammer. Different…
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Vote for Pennsylvania’s River of Year: Delaware River and Perkiomen Creek in Running
Out of 80,000 miles of streams and rivers in the state, the Delaware River and Perkiomen Creek are both in the running for Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year, writes Heather J. Chin for Billy Penn at WHYY. To win the title, one of the three nominees must secure the popular vote. Youghiogheny River is…
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Deer Camp is a Proud PA Tradition
Over at The Philadelphia Inquirer, Jason Nark is considering the tradition of deer camp. Let me guess. You’re at a loss as to what deer camp is. My friends, I once was too. But now I’m in the loop. So pay attention. I’m about to make you as cool and hip as me. Deer camp…
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GoodBoy Dog Recovery Helps Capture Wolf-Dog Hybrid Spotted in Bristol
GoodBoy Dog Recovery captured a wolf-dog hybrid spotted in Bristol after it managed to evade both animal control and the Pennsylvania game warden, according to a staff report from 6abc. Colleen Bell runs the nonprofit which specializes in capturing lost and abandoned dogs, especially those that are hard-to-find and hard-to-catch. This was her first time…
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Perkiomen Creek Nominated for Pennsylvania River of the Year
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) invites locals to vote for the 2025 Pennsylvania River of the Year, writes Colleen McDonough for the PA Organization for Watersheds and Rivers. Among the nominees is the Perkiomen Creek, a 37.7-mile tributary of the Schuylkill River flowing through Montgomery, Berks, and Lehigh counties. Online voting is…
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Delaware River Nominated for Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year
The Delaware River has been nominated as a contender for Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year award, to celebrate its historical significance and natural beauty, writes Colleen McDonough for POWR. This year’s nominees, announced by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, also include the Youghiogheny River and Perkiomen Creek. “These three rivers are remarkable…
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Years of Work to Save Crebilly Farm South of West Chester Pay Off; Land to Become Public Park
After years of effort, a deal was reached earlier this month to preserve Chester County’s Crebilly Farm, a historic 308-acre site of a skirmish during the largest battle of the American Revolution, by converting it into a public park and protecting it from future development, writes Michael Tanenbaum for the PhillyVoice. Located in Westtown Township…
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Merion Station Author Offers a Guide to Exploring Nature In and Around Philadelphia
Mike Weilbacher, a Merion Station resident, and author, has dedicated his life to finding creative ways to teach people about nature, writes the staff of Main Line Today. And now all his experience has culminated in his first book, Wild Philly: Explore the Amazing Nature in and Around Philadelphia. Mike Weilbacher is the executive director…
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This Bucks County Town Was Listed As One of The Best Halloween Towns in America
A part of Bucks County recently made the list of best Halloween towns in the entire nation, a coveted title this time of year. Charity De Souza wrote about the local spooky town for Visit Bucks County. New Hope made the list of spookiest town in America. Known for their Halloween festivities and their haunted…
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If You Love to Live on Water, Philadelphia Magazine Says This Bucks County Town Is Perfect for You
If you love to live on the water but would still prefer to have all the amenities and features that houses on land offer, choosing a riverside or lakeside home is the way to go, writes Sandy Smith for the Philadelphia Magazine. New Hope is one of the towns to consider buying a waterfront home,…
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Here Are the Best Spots to Enjoy Fall Foliage in Bucks County
Bucks County offers many ways to fully enjoy the gorgeous, colorful foliage of vibrant reds, oranges, and yellows during the fall, writes Visit Bucks County. A self-guided Bucks County Covered Bridge Driving Tour is the perfect way to marvel at the incredible authenticity of the county’s remaining twelve covered bridges while enjoying their rich surrounding…
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