Friends of the Delaware Canal

 Friends of the Delaware Canal

The Friends of the Delaware Canal is an independent, non-profit organization working to restore, preserve, and improve the Delaware Canal and its surroundings. Our primary goals are to ensure the Canal is fully-watered from Easton to Bristol and the towpath trail is usable over its entire length.

 

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Visit the Canal

Delaware Canal maps, trails and charts help you plan your visit. A wealth of recreational options await including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, nature watching, cross country skiing and ice skating.
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Join the Friends

As a member of the Friends of the Delaware Canal, you are part of a strong coalition of individuals, businesses, and organizations working to ensure that the Delaware Canal and its surroundings are preserved and improved.
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About the Friends

Friends of the Delaware Canal is an independent, non-profit organization working to restore, preserve and improve the Canal and its surroundings, enabling the Canal to serve as a community and economic asset.
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New Hope for Our Canal

A water-filled Canal creates a beautiful setting for all to enjoy. Help bring the Canal back to its former glory and accelerate the structural and economic recovery of our beloved area. Make a gift to New Hope for Our Canal today.
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Coming Events

The “Last Look” Walk

Sunday, April 15

I give up. It’s drizzling already, it’s cold, it’s windy. Today’s Last Look Walk is cancelled. So sorry!

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In Search of Bald Eagles and More

Sunday, April 22

Carole Mebus, nature photographer and bird magnet, will join us on this walk to see bald eagles soar and catch glimpses of other rare birds. We hope!

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Towpaths and Tales

Tuesday, May 8

Back by popular demand! Get a pilot’s eye of the Delaware River Valley and the canals along it from the 1930’s until now . See how the landscape has changed (or not) without leaving the ground.

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Up on the Dike and Down on the Towpath in Morrisville

Saturday, May 12

Discover the Borough of Morrisville and view the scenic River Dike trail on this 2-mile walk.

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Do the Loop – A National Trails Day Bike Ride and Picnic

Saturday, June 2

Celebrate National Trails Day by doing a Loop on the Delaware Canal and D&R Canal towpaths. Join the Friends and the Delaware Canal State Park staff for a 9-mile bike ride followed by a free picnic lunch.

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The Great Yardley Duck Race

Saturday, June 9

Get your racing duck now and start training them for the big day. The Great Yardley Duck Race is back!

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Friends of the Delaware Canal
145 South Main Street
New Hope, PA 18938
Phone: 215.862.2021
Susan Taylor, Executive Director

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Helping on Canal Clean-up Day is just one way you can get involved and help to restore, preserve and improve the Delaware Canal. Big or small, the perfect job for you awaits – all you need to do is get involved!
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