Can you introduce yourself? Is there anything specific you would like people to know about you and your art? Hello – my name is Cindy Stockton Moore, and I am a Philadelphia based artist. I create site-responsive multimedia work that engages the history, environment and poetic narrative of a landscape–with an emphasis on materiality 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…
Mother Nature Is Just What We Need Right Now
This is not how we planned on celebrating the 50th anniversary of Earth Day. There were going to be marches, celebrations, and calls for action. But the world has changed in the last few months, and most events and social gatherings will likely be changed to virtual actions. But in a strange way, Mother Earth…
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…