Almost 150 local residents, paddling enthusiasts and local stakeholders attended one of the Brandywine Conservancy's public meetings seeking feedback on a proposed Brandywine water trail. Held in Downingtown and Chadds Ford during the month of February, these informal gatherings sought input and suggestions on additional water trail amenities, put-ins, safety and privacy read more
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March
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January
Brandywine Conservancy Seeks Public Input for New Water Trail Project
As part of the Brandywine Creek Greenway initiative, the Brandywine Conservancy and Chester County Planning Commission are studying the feasibility of a Brandywine Water Trail—a formalized route along the waterway for recreational use, enhanced by connections to land trails. Two public meetings are scheduled for February 5 and 12 to get input from the community on routes that read more
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December
Brandywine Conservancy and Greenway Partners Install Creek Access Improvements
Kayakers at Downingtown’s Kerr Park now have an easier way to access the Brandywine Creek, thanks to a partnership between the Brandywine Conservancy, the Downingtown Park and Recreation Commission, and Lionville Boy Scout Troop 220. Working together, staff and volunteers installed a canoe and kayak storage rack and an information kiosk along the creek behind Borough Hall, read more
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October
One step closer to building a complete Southern Waterfront Trail: Natural Lands Trust and the Delaware River Waterfront Corp announce acquisition of key waterfront parcel
Natural Lands Trust, in partnership with the Delaware River Waterfront Corp (DRWC), has recently acquired a key parcel in the building of the Southern portion of the Delaware River Trail, which is part of the East Coast Greenway and the Circuit, and will provide a crucial bicycle network connection for the city and region. Using $832,500 in grants from the Pennsylvania read more
