Check out this exclusive interview with former AWE Fellow, Tykee James! How did you first hear about the program? I first learned about the program through a phone call with George Ambrose (of Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Center). He described a new Alliance for Watershed Education that would hire fellows to support education, engagement, and…
The Importance of Volunteers | Katie Toner
The first time I visited Bristol Marsh Nature Preserve, I was surprised by its size. After driving through the narrow streets of Bristol Borough, admiring store fronts, I was not expecting the road to open up to a wide expanse of marsh. I parked, and upon leaving the car, was met with the sounds of…
Young environmental Fellows connect communities to Nature
A clean-up campaign along a Philadelphia waterway, Wilmington area youth immersed in the Christina River and wetland ecosystems, and a series of videos highlighting Camden’s trails, rivers and parks, are just a few examples of the inspiring summer projects organized by Delaware River Fellows of the Alliance for Watershed Education. Each of the 13 young…
How to enjoy nature without leaving home
As we ease into more relaxed restrictions during the pandemic, you may now take a hike, bike, kayak or fish in New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware state and some county parks, with certain restrictions that differ wherever you may be, so please check before you go. For those craving nature while hunkering down, there are plenty of opportunities to…
Delaware River Facts: Get to Know This Important Waterway
The Delaware River is a major U.S. waterway that touches five different states and provides drinking water to over 13 million people. It’s an essential part of everyday life for people, animals, and plant species. Even if you are familiar with the Delaware River, there are interesting facts and informational tidbits about its history, wildlife, and…
8 Best Places to Enjoy Birdwatching in the Delaware River Watershed
Have you noticed that the birds never stop chirping, no matter what is happening in the world around them? Loud and jubilant, sweet and serene, bird songs are an invitation to explore nature beyond our backyard. You don’t have to travel far to marvel at these winged wonders. The Delaware River watershed, which touches parts…