Pennypack Greenway is a protected area along the Pennypack Creek that connects the communities along its banks, provides recreational opportunities, improves water quality, reduces the potential for flooding, and provides a natural haven for a rich diversity of plant and animal species.

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Known for its bucolic farmland and scenic vistas, Bucks County is idyllic to both tourists and residents.  Alyce Stick, longtime county landowner, sought to preserve a piece of her rural Eden for the benefit of future generations.  With assistance from both Heritage Conservancy and Bucks County, she was able to make that vision a reality.  As of today, 68 acres of the property are permanently preserved through agricultural and conservation easements.  The farm is close to over 700 acres of preserved land, making her property a valuable addition to northern Bucks County's heritage of scenic vistas and expansive farm fields.  Preserving farmland is important for a variety of reasons, not least of which is economic.  In Pennsylvania, agriculture related industries generate $45 billion annually, with Bucks County contributing $62 million.  Preserved farmland, like the Stick property, is significant not only for its scenic beauty, but also for its economic value. Numerous studies have shown that farms cost local governments between $0.17 to $0.59 for every dollar of value they generate compared to an average $1.27 cost for residential development for every $1.00 of revenue generated.