It was a busy fall on the North Delaware Riverfront Greenway! In addition to enjoying the new K&T Trail that opened in early summer, the calendar was chock full of fun things to do. For our runners, we had the Greenway 5K. For our hikers, we participated in nature walks as part of “A Walk […]
DRCC Photography Contest
Dust off that camera you haven’t used since last year, because DRCC wants your nature photos! We are holding a photography contest in the parks and trails of the North Delaware Riverfront Greenway. We will award one winner each month with a DRCC prize pack. Winners will be announced via DRCC social media on the […]
The NEW Riverfront Park In Bridesburg - Design Event: November 18th
We are excited to announce that we are holding an event on Saturday November 18th at 11am, celebrating DRCC’s announcement of the final design for the NEW Riverfront Park in Bridesburg. The event will take place at the site of the future park (Delaware Ave at the intersection of Orthodox Street). The 10-acre park will […]
Yes, There IS An Amazing Park Behind the Prisons in Holmesburg
We hear it a lot, “I didn’t know there was a park behind the prisons.” Well, there IS. And guess what? It is GREAT. “Pennypack on the Delaware Park” (PODP) is an amazing multifaceted public space that serves not only as a space for ball games and picnics, but also as a diverse ecological wonderland […]
Yes, Kayaking In The Delaware River IS A Thing
No, your eyes are not deceiving you, that really IS a group of 20 kayakers in the Delaware River! This past Saturday, the Delaware River City Corporation, in partnership with Hidden River Outfitters and Ellis Coffee, held their first ever “Boats, Beans & Beers” event on a pristine and calm Delaware River. Twenty kayakers launched […]
A Walk In Penn’s Woods, Statewide Event - Happening on the Greenway
As a statewide effort to build appreciation for forests, the people who care for them, and the importance of tending them, the Walk in Penn’s Woods is a day with organized woods walks in each Pennsylvania county. Anticipated to become an annual event on the first Sunday in October, this inaugural Walk in Penn’s Woods […]
Busy September on the Greenway
It’s a month FULL of events and fun activities. Check out our September Calendar and join us out on the Greenway this fall!
Greenway 5K Online Registration NOW OPEN!
Online registration is NOW OPEN for this fun, flat, fast 5K on the newly opened K&T Trail along the Delaware River. Start at the relaxing Frankford Boat Launch and breeze along the flower lined trail through beautiful Lardner’s Point Park. All skill levels and walkers welcome. Sign up now and secure you spot! Sign up […]
Expanding Staff at DRCC
Sadly, this summer we are losing our Program and Office Manager, Jamie Buck, to graduate school at the University of Rhode Island where she will be furthering her environmental policy studies. In her place, we are proud to introduce two new members of the DRCC team: Stephanie Bennett, Program Manager - Stephanie will be bringing […]
Last FREE Outdoor Movie Night
Join us for the LAST Free Outdoor Movie Night this Thursday, August 24th (sponsored by PECO). The movie will be shown at Pennypack on the Delaware Park at 7:45. Our last few movie nights have had over 300 people so arrive early to get the best seats! Chairs, blankets, outside food and family/friends are ALL […]
