Growing Scientists One Mussel at a Time
Philly Water Department: Growing Scientists One Mussel at a Time By Sally Ehlers, Science and Engagement Coordinator Is a high school class aquarium the future of freshwater conservation? That’s the […]
New Voices
Science Fellows Share Their Experiences on the Job Dirty Hands, Deep Purpose By Sydney Gawason, PDE’s Coastal Restoration Fellow I was never the type of kid to play in […]
Following the Monarch Butterfly
Following the Monarch Butterfly Common Name: Monarch Butterfly Scientific Name: Danaus plexippus Lifecycle Type: Perennial migratory insect (multi-generation life cycle) Thrives In: Meadows, open fields, roadsides, gardens, parks, and anywhere milkweed and nectar plants […]
Day-Tripping to the Maurice River
Day-Tripping to the Maurice River Enjoy Natural Beauty, Wildlife, and Outdoor Adventure By Maura Mergenthaler, PDE Science Intern Flowing through Salem and Cumberland counties in southern New Jersey, the Maurice River is a […]
Meet Gracie Girl! The 2026 Philadelphia Water Department’s Spokesdog
Meet Gracie Girl Longtime Philly resident, lover of the Schuylkill, and PWD’s 2026 Spokesdog! By Benjamin Bristol, Philadelphia Water Department On June 14, 15 of Philly’s finest dogs entered […]
Fighting Flooding in Philadelphia’s Eastwick Neighborhood
Story contributed by Meg McGuire Water will have its way, but so will the voice of Eastwick, a proud community battling to be heard. Eastwick is one of Philadelphia’s […]
It’s Nesting Season for Osprey in the Delaware Estuary
An osprey sits on its nest in Lewes, Delaware. This is the time of year when these raptors return to the Delaware Estuary to nest and hatch chicks. Often, osprey […]
Two Cleanups Make a Sweep in DE & PA this Spring
Above: Staff from Aqua, an Essential Utilities Company, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, volunteer at the annual Scrub & Pub litter cleanup in Upper Merion Township, Pennsylvania. This spring, […]
