PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The February 16 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks and Forests Foundation featuring articles on-- -- PPFF Blog: Keith Russell - His Quest For Urban Conservation Through Bird Watching -- Take Part In Annual Great Backyard Bird Count Feb. 16 - 19 -- Western PA Takes Top Honors For Most Visited Parks -- Feb.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 12, 2024

General volunteers will collect trash and debris along local waterways, roads, parks, and open spaces from 9:00 a.m. To learn more, visit the Perkiomen Stream Cleanup webpage. Visit the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy to learn more about programs, initiatives, other upcoming events and how you can get involved.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 21, 2023

On July 20, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the department has opened up a public survey for input on plans at Big Elk Creek State Park in Chester County. “We The 10-question survey can be accessed here or through Big Elk Creek State Park’s website. The park also contains 2.1

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 1, 2024

Bird-lovers of all ages and skill levels are invited to visit the Breeding Bird Blitz for Conservation website to learn more about the event, to form and register a team, or to make a donation. Four acres of meadow habitat will be turned into a mosaic of multi-stem shrubs and trees to benefit American Woodcock populations in the park.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 4, 2024

Over the next 15 years, California will have to repurpose about 1 million acres of cropland, most of it out of the 5.5 The sabotage continued over time, from Colonel Allensworth’s murder more than one hundred years ago to the more recent attempt to destroy the town’s historic cemetery and Colonel Allensworth State Historic Park.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

JULY 27, 2023

This report was co-authored by Juan Declet-Barreto If you are like me (and I know many people are), you plan your vacations around national parks. The perfect getaway for me always includes a national park. However, visiting during the summer now comes with added dangers. has taken its own toll in fatalities this year.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Would you like to learn more about the birds you see throughout the seasons? Would you like to participate in a large community science project across several state parks? Pennsylvania state parks are already a great place to go birding. Click Here to find a State Park near you.]

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 22, 2024

Questions should be directed to Michael Morris, DEP, at michamorri@pa.gov or (717) 772-5670 Read the entire PA Bulletin notice for more background and instructions on how to submit comments. Visit DEP’s PRP/TMDL Plan Requirements webpage to learn more about this program. Click Here for a copy of the draft strategy.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 10, 2024

The strong year continued when the Pennsylvania General Assembly provided $112 million in funding to support critical park and forest infrastructure​. This path forward includes infusing our policies and procedures with conscientious checks and balances that help steer Pennsylvania in the right direction with regards to climate change.

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PA Environment Daily

JUNE 27, 2022

On June 27, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn visited Shikellamy State Park in Northumberland County to observe work on the Adam T. Park staff will continue to provide updates on the status of the fabridam, including the date of the beginning of boating season on the lake, as work progresses.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

This program is an excellent opportunity for individuals hoping to learn more about open space preservation and ecological restoration, acquire new skills and knowledge, and looking to give back to their community. To learn more and to apply, visit the Conservation Corps Program webpage.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 15, 2024

-- East Buffalo Township : The Turtle Creek Park Acquisition and Restoration project partnered with the Union County Conservation Department, DEP, Fish and Boat Commission, and Bucknell University students to do major stream restoration on Turtle Creek.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 14, 2023

The Audubon Society of Western PA is calling all landowners in the Buffalo Creek Watershed to participate in a three-park online workshop series on what landowners can do to help protect and enhance forest habitat on their property. at Buffalo Creek Nature Park , 154 Monroe Rd. Sarver, PA 16055. 6:30-8:00 p.m.):

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Legal Planet

APRIL 22, 2024

The first Earth Day in 1970 saw teach-ins, walkouts, and demonstrations grab the participation of 20 million Americans—about 10 percent of the total U.S. Most Americans have real questions and concerns about climate change that should be engaged with on a day like today. population at the time. Ruthie Lazenby: Riding the bus!

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

To register visit KPB’s Pick Up Pennsylvania Program webpage. Contact Danielle Humphrey at danielle@humphreyclean.com or 717-402-6500. -- Beach Cleanup, Neshaminy State Park - Sept. For more information on programs, initiatives and special events, visit the Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful website. 9 from 9:00AM - 5:00PM.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 5, 2023

In a video recognizing his contributions , local leaders and elected officials spoke to Fitzgerald’s vision for improving the quality of life for Allegheny County residents and developing the region’s economy by investing in long-distance trails, parks, and opportunities to recreate outdoors. It’s something Fitzgerald understands deeply.

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 1, 2023

The Slippery Rock Watershed Coalition's latest newsletter includes articles on rehabilitating the Barkley Road passive mine drainage treatment system helping to assure clean water for Lake Arthur in Moraine State Park in Butler County and a field trip for Grove City College students to the Enico Bridge passive treatment system.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 11, 2023

The public is invited to learn about the comprehensive plan, and give feedback from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The public is invited to learn about the comprehensive plan, and give feedback from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Questions should be directed to Carla Ruddock, 724-455-4200, carla@mtwatershed.com.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2024

The stream partnership has continued its ongoing commitment to Turtle Creek with a stream restoration, riparian buffer – plants that help protect the stream habitat – and pollinator habitat project at Turtle Creek Park in East Buffalo Township. The project was recently recognized with the Governor’s Award for Environmental Excellence.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 24, 2023

For more environmental ed resources, visit DEP’s Environmental Education webpage. Questions should be directed to ra-eplearningcenter@pa.gov or call 717-772-1828. Also visit DCNR’s Conservation Education Opportunities webpage for more on programs and opportunities for people of all ages in all regions.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

PNDI provides the most current, reliable and objective scientific information about ecological resources in this Commonwealth and it is used to help inform environmental decisions in this Commonwealth. Questions should be directed to Rebecca H. Visit Explore PA Trails and Get Outdoors PA for recreation areas near you.

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Circle of Blue

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

A ‘Do Not Drink’ advisory covers about 280 homes and could last a month or more. The warning applies to about 280 households that use the lake as a water source and are not connected to a public water system. Redbud Park is one of about 20 sites that Ryan’s team visits every two weeks in bloom season, which begins in June.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 9, 2021

On December 9, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the department is seeking applicants for its new Next Gen Council, which has a goal to increase public participation and diversity at state parks and forests by gathering input from a diverse group of engaged individuals.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Before it enters the park, Rocky Run travels through a concrete channel, along a busy roadway crowded with shopping malls and parking lots. By contrast, in cities and suburbs, the rain’s progress is usually direct and hasty as it rolls off rooftops and runs down roadways into storm drains and a system of underground pipes.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 28, 2023

By Cindy Adams Dunn , Acting Secretary of DCNR, and John Norbeck Deputy Secretary for Parks & Forestry The following testimony was presented to the House Tourism And Economic And Recreation Development Committee on April 25, 2023. One of DCNR's major goals is every Pennsylvanian living within 10 minutes of a park or trail.

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 25, 2022

Are you a homeowner who would like to learn more about the environmental resources available here in Northeast Pennsylvania? Parking will be available in the front parking lots of the Education Center, and the event will take place behind the building. This event is free, and all are welcome.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Upcoming Cleanups You can join an existing cleanup event by visiting Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s Calendar of Events webpage. Meet at Big Spring Headwaters parking lot. There will be a self-guided Halloween themed scavenger hunt through the park for kids as part of this event. Uwchlan EAC, Baird Park 715 N.

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 4, 2023

In 2022, Scranton Tomorrow had over 40 project partners and 900 volunteers who contributed 1,655 hours of their time to help remove 10,500 pounds of trash from streets, alleyways and parks and planted 25,000 annuals to beautify the downtown area. Questions should be directed to Michelle Dunn at 1-877-772-3673 Ext.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 16, 2024

The projects funded include-- -- City of Eason was awarded $2,473 for Accessibility Improvements to the Delaware Canal State Park Trailhead. This park’s location within walking distance of downtown Easton is used for outdoor recreation and active transportation. Questions about the Water Trails?

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PA Environment Daily

APRIL 19, 2023

After learning more about how little of the water on the planet can be used by humans, and how much of this is wasted, Mrs. Harnish’s class issued a challenge to the rest of the school to increase water conservation. Visit DEP’s Teaching Green webpage to learn about more environmental education resources.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

In their latest newsletter , DCNR's Bureau of State Parks shares a wealth of Fall environmental education ideas and professional development opportunities. 17 -- WILD About Turkeys Educator Workshop Nov. 17 -- WILD About Turkeys Educator Workshop Nov. 20 In Elk County Visitor Center -- And MUCH More!

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PA Environment Daily

JULY 7, 2023

Through the store’s relationship with area bike clubs, riders can not only gear up for a day on the trail; they can also learn about ways to volunteer to maintain and support area riding opportunities. From the Tricycle website , readers can learn more about the organization and the team who started this ambitious organization.

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PA Environment Daily

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

The September 10 Take Five Fridays With Pam is now available from the PA Parks & Forests Foundation. Lots of information about what happened last week in state parks and forests and what’s coming up this week for you to enjoy! Photo: Bald Eagle State Park , Centre County by Penn State Crew.)

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PA Environment Daily

MAY 27, 2023

A committee operating under the direction of the Cameron County Chamber of Commerce had the task of sifting through 41 applications for the PA Wilds Remote Working Project. Brent has spent time in Tioga County at a family cabin and has “often talked about moving to a rural area of the state”.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 2, 2023

For all the details, visit WPC’s Canoe Access Development Grants webpage. Questions should be directed to Kelly Norrell, WPC Watershed Program Administrator, at khorrell@paconserve.org or 724-471-7202, ext. More information is available on programs, initiatives and special events at the Western PA Conservancy website.

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PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 12, 2022

The funding will also allow development of three new state parks in locations to be announced later this year. The Catawissa Recreation Area includes land that comprised the site of an off-highway vehicle park, Paragon Adventure Park, that closed more than 10 years ago. Read more here. 24 to Oct.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 16, 2023

One such event is an educational “Park Walk” coordinated by Young Ambassador, CJ Chen. CJ, a Junior from Swarthmore, Delaware County, will celebrate Earth Day on April 22 by leading a walk throughout Little Crum Creek Park while discussing aquatic macroinvertebrates and water quality. In 2022, 65,988 Pennsylvanians picked up 3.4

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