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Scattered across the Delaware and Lehigh River Valleys are mysterious stone structures whose origins remain blurred by time. From crumbling walls deep in the woods to carefully stacked formations tucked along old industrial corridors, these…

2026 Lehigh Valley Greenways Mini‑Grant Program Now Open EASTON (Feb. 10, 2026) – As the local leader for Lehigh Valley Greenways Conservation Landscape, Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (DLNHC) is preparing to disburse $100,000…

🌿 Trail‑Friendly Business Spotlight: Wishful Thinking Brewing Company  Whether you’re wrapping up a ride on the D&L Trail, meeting friends after a walk, or just craving something local and well‑crafted, Wishful Thinking Brewing Company is a perfect…

2026 Funding for Trail‑Friendly Events and Amenities  Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (DLNHC) is excited to once again offer funding in 2026 to support projects that create and strengthen a trail‑friendly atmosphere throughout the five‑county Corridor…

Riding From Mountain Top to Bristol in Two Days By Dan DiBella, based on the experience of Nicholas Broderick  When we tell people that the D&L Trail—once complete—will become Pennsylvania’s longest multi-use trail at over 165…

Request for qualifications: D&L Trail consulting services Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (DLNHC) is soliciting qualifications for D&L Trail consulting services on an as-needed basis. DLNHC seeks consultants with experience in planning, design and…

Trail-Friendly Spotlight: Bright Path Brewing Planning your next adventure along the D&L Trail? Make sure to add Bright Path Brewing to your itinerary! Nestled in the heart of Jim Thorpe, this locally owned, multi-generational craft…

Winter Snowprints on the D&L Trail In this Issue Seasonal AnnouncementsCelebrating A Year of Progress Trail UpdateConnecting Ribbons of Green in the Lehigh Valley Trail User Counts from Across the CorridorStart the New Year by Getting Outside…

Celebrating A Year of Progress  Written by Dan DiBella 2025 was a busy and impactful year for Delaware & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor (DLNHC). From community projects to volunteer milestones and trail improvements, our work continues…

Lumberville Aqueduct Pedestrian Bridge Reopens: What’s Next for the Delaware Canal?   Delaware Canal State Park officially announced the reopening of the Lumberville Aqueduct Pedestrian Bridge at Mile Marker 31.1 on Wednesday, October 29, 2025—a long-awaited milestone for trail…

Building Connections on the D&L Trail There’s something about walking and talking that strengthens relationships and builds connections. When someone says, “We should get together,” the default is often a bar or restaurant. Or maybe…

“How Far Are You Riding Today?”  Written by DLNHC Volunteer and Member Rob Ostry The more time I spend on the D&L Trail the more connections I make. After a few years of being a…