Friends of the Chester Valley Trail – Friends of the Chester Valley Trail

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The "Friends" is a trail advocacy group and information hub for the Chester Valley Trail. We provide news, events, volunteer support and advocate for trail growth. If you like what we do consider becoming a member or donate.

Trail Etiquette and Rules

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Help Prevent Thefts from Cars
Posted: Jun 29 2023

Help Prevent Thefts in the CVT Parking Lots (if you see a break-in in progress, call 911 immediately)

Lock your car doors: A majority of car break-ins and thefts are from unlocked cars.
Secure your vehicle: Roll your car windows all the way up and engage the car alarm.
Keep your vehicle tidy: Thieves like to window shop. Avoid leaving anything visible in the car.
Conceal all proof: Put your electronics and accessories well out of sight, include power cords, adapters, etc.
Stash BEFORE you park: Get in the habit of putting items you want to be hidden in the trunk of your car before you arrive at your destination.

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Chester Valley Trail Extensions – Update
Posted: Mar 12 2025

The Chester Valley Trail (CVT) currently terminates on its western side on Commerce Drive in Exton. A plan to extend the trail westward has been in the planning phases for many years. The current extension plan for the CVT is divided into four parts: Phase IVa – Extension from Commerce Drive to Oaklands. Anticipated completion […]

Heads Up – Mowing Update on the CVT
Posted: May 30 2024

The Chester County maintanence crews will begin mowing the edges of the CVT for its full length beginning on the 2nd of June. Exercise caution around these crews.

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Events

Cinco De Mayo Ride 5 May 2024 – PA Center for Adaptive Sports

Join 400+ cyclists and walkers at the region’s only event of its kind that includes, benefits and opens the world of sports to people with disabilities. You can find out more information about this event and register for it here.

Calling for Volunteers – Wildflower Planting on the CVT 8 June 2024

This will be the second year where the Friends of the CVT in collaboration with the Chester County Parks Department will be leading a wildflower planting project on the CVT. The location will be at Exton Park along the catchment basin which is alongside the trail. The parks department will provide the tools necessary for […]

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