PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

On November 12, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced the investment of $79.4 million in grants to support 307 projects across Pennsylvania, aimed at expanding recreational opportunities, conserving natural spaces, and revitalizing communities. Click Here for the complete announcement.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2025

On January 22, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources opened the latest round of Community Conservation Partnerships Program funding for communities across Pennsylvania to fund parks, recreation, land conservation and riparian buffer projects. The deadline to apply is April 2. Click Here for DCNR's announcement.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

On November 7, LehighValleyNews.com reported Pennsylvania Audubon recognized Daniel Klem , Director of the Muhlenberg College Acopian Center for Ornithology , with the Walt Pomeroy Conservation Award. It is my hope that this award will draw further attention to the important conservation issue for birds and people,” Klem said.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 21, 2025

The Manada Conservancy wrapped up 2024 with the signing of two conservation easements on eight parcels owned by the Laudenslager Family, marking a grand total of 575 acres that the family has protected with the Conservancy. Visit the Manada Conservancy website to learn more about land conservation.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

The City of Reading is now accepting applications for the Spring 2025 cohort of the Reading Conservation Corps. Applications are due by February 28, with the program beginning on March 31. Participants also receive professional development opportunities to prepare them for future careers in environmental stewardship.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 12, 2025

He is happy to roll up his sleeves to take on conservation projects throughout Monroe County. By Kelly Jedrzejewski, Penn State News For Master Watershed Steward volunteer Dean Neely, preserving Pennsylvania waters, forests and lands for future generations is a priority.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Two House Bills have been introduced that will enhance the conservation of biodiversity in the state. This bill also directs the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) to make their planting and seeding guidance available to other state agencies interested in providing native habitat at their facilities.

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Union of Concerned Scientists

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

STACY WOODS: Since agriculture is a leading cause of wetland loss, the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is uniquely positioned to help conserve wetlands. USDA conservation programs can successfully protect and restore wetlandsthese programs drive the majority of newly created or rehabilitated wetlands in the Upper Midwest.

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Inside Climate News

OCTOBER 14, 2024

By Nathan Gilles, Columbia Insight In 2019, conservation activist and longtime Washington state resident Stephen Kropp did something he’d never done before: he explored a forest managed as state trust land by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources.

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Enviromental Defense

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Environment Minister Rebecca Shultz have allowed this demonstrably wrong belief to go unchallenged, becoming the Alberta United Conservative Party’s (UCP) default stance on climate change.

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Yale E360

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

An African Union ruling finds that parts of a Congo national park should be returned to the Batwa people, who were evicted decades ago. Advocates say the ruling must be implemented and that the Batwa will need support to protect the park’s rare gorillas and other wildlife. Read more on E360 →

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 2, 2024

According to the Izaak Walton League, “one of America’s oldest and most successful conservation organizations:” in general, for a 20 ft driveway all you need is one 12 ounc mug of salt to prevent ice formation! Reprinted from the Pike Conservation District website.) This is not true! Posted: December 2, 2024] PA Environment Digest

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 16, 2025

On January 16, the French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust and the Eastern Pennsylvania Conference of The United Methodist Church announced the completion of a voluntary land conservation agreement to preserve Camp Innabahs 130-acre property along Pughtown Road in East Vincent Township, Chester County.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 10, 2025

The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is pleased to announce a new Outdoor Ambassador Program in partnership with the Pennsylvania Environmental Council. 3 [PaEN] -- DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Jan. 3 [PaEN] -- DCNR Conservation & Natural Resources Advisory Council Meets Jan.

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PA Environment Daily

OCTOBER 30, 2024

On October 30, the PA Council of Trout Unlimited announced it is now accepting applications for approximately $215,000 in Coldwater Heritage Partnership’s Coldwater Conservation Grants. The deadline to apply is December 18. This funding is made possible through a grant from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

On November 12, after nearly a decade of legislative efforts to conduct a study of wildlife conservation corridors, Reps. Many thanks to everyone who laid this important foundational work to conserve more of Pennsylvania.” The study was conducted as a result of the adoption of House Resolution 87. Daley said.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 9, 2025

On January 9, the Delaware Highlands Conservancy announced it is now accepting applications from eligible high school seniors for the Vanessa Joy Van Gorder Memorial Scholarship. In 2015, the Conservancy established the scholarship in memory of Vanessa Joy Van Gorder. Recipients of the scholarship will be notified in May.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 15, 2025

On January 15, the Shapiro Administration said the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has made significant progress in sustainably managing and enhancing Pennsylvanias public lands. This work is about much more than conservation its about stewardship that strengthens communities and enhances our quality of life.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

On November 8, the French & Pickering Creeks Conservation Trust announced the completion of a voluntary conservation agreement with Noel and Janae Billingsley, which ensures the permanent protection of their historic 23-acre farmstead in East Coventry Township, Chester County -- a property that has been in their family for three generations.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 17, 2024

For years, we have worked with partners to improve water quality, fish passage, and resilient infrastructure ensuring a healthy future for all, said Heather Taylor-Miesle, Senior Vice President, Conservation, American Rivers. The Allegheny and Monongahela river watersheds in Western Pennsylvania are the headwaters of the Ohio River.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy recently announced the protection of 23 acres of land in Sadsbury Township, Crawford County. The land is now a new addition to the Conservancy’s T ryon-Weber Woods Natural Area. This property will be managed as part of the natural area and is located near other conserved lands in the region.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

On December 4, the Federal Highway Administration and the US Fish and Wildlife Service Center for Pollinator Conservation will host an online Pollinator Conservation and Transportation Symposium from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 22, 2025

The Fish and Boat Commission is hosting an 8-part 'Mission Mondays' webinar series highlighting its efforts to protect, conserve and enhance Pennsylvania's aquatic resources. The webinars will be held from Noon to 12:30 p.m. on-- -- February 3: Importance Of PA Mussels : Come learn about the Mighty Mussels of PAs waters!

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 20, 2025

Fish & Wildlife Service, will soon be soliciting proposals through the Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund to conserve, restore, and connect people with fish and wildlife habitat in the Delaware River watershed. Watch the NFWF Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund webpage for all the details.

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PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

The Lebanon Valley Conservancy recently preserved two farms along Fort Swatara Road in Union Township, near Swatara State Park , Fort Indiantown Gap , and within the Kittatinny Ridge Sentinel Landscape. At 101 years old, Millie celebrated the conservation of her familys 42-acre farm as a meaningful milestone. View preserved properties.

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PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Kober This profile was first published on the PA Conservation Heritage website-- William (Bill) C. Do It Right” Through Bill’s long conservation career in the private and public sectors, he promoted the philosophy of “Do it right, right for the best use of the natural resource while protecting the environment.” By Wayne W.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 20, 2025

The Lancaster Conservancy and its partners are excited to announce that we are accepting applications through July 1 for the 2025 Susquehanna Riverlands Conservation Landscape Mini-Grant Program. Riverlands Conservation Landscape Mini-Grant webpage for all the details. Visit the Susquehanna.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 3, 2024

On December 3, College Township announced the award of $300,000 in funding for the development of the ClearWater Community Conservation Center in College Township, Centre County. Adam Brumbaugh, College Township Manager, shared , “We look forward to welcoming Clearwater Conservancy to their new home in College Township.

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PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 19, 2024

The Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training at Penn State Extension invites conservation professionals across the Commonwealth to participate in 2025 Agriculture Literacy Week, happening March 1721, 2025. To support this effort, CACAT is sponsoring a book for up to 50 conservation district staff members.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 14, 2025

On March 14, a coalition of conservation, recreation, and environmental organizations filed a petition for review in the U.S. The Lancaster Conservancy , Chesapeake Bay Foundation , Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association , Farm & Natural Lands Trust of York County , and Susquehanna National Heritage Area joined together in this appeal.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 18, 2025

On March 18, the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy announced it is gearing up once again to host their annual Perkiomen Stream Clean-up on Saturday, April 12th from 9:00 a.m. Questions should be directed to the Conservancys Director of Conservation Jessie at jkemper@perkiomenwatershed.org.

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Ocean Conservancy

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

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PA Environment Daily

JANUARY 13, 2025

The Game Commission this week announced a fresh slate of monthly activities, archery programs and popular annual events-- including a new one-- at the Middle Creek Wildlife Management Area and Conservation Heritage Museum in Lancaster County. Click Here for the schedule of 2025 events. Click Here for a video of birds at Middle Creek.

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HumanNature

MARCH 3, 2025

Pollinators are vital to food security, ecosystem health, and biodiversity, making their conservation a national priority. Department of Agricultures Conservation Reserve Program -Farm Service Agency (USDA-FSA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) is one of the largest land-based restoration programs in the US [2]. 4] Kremen, C.

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PA Environment Daily

MARCH 13, 2025

To help agriculture professionals who are beginning their journey in agricultural conservation, the Center for Agricultural Conservation Assistance Training , administered by Penn State Extension, is holding a webinar-- Conservation Cornerstone: Effective Engagement Techniques-- from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

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Ocean Conservancy

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

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Ocean Conservancy

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

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