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PITTSBURGH, PA — The Point State Park Fountain, a symbol of Pittsburgh’s rich history and natural beauty, this week celebrated its 50th anniversary with a grand ceremony attended by state …
Point State Park Fountain Celebrates 50 Years as Pittsburgh’s Iconic Landmark Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has unveiled a substantial investment of $2,124,200 aimed at enhancing all-terrain vehicle (ATV) and snowmobile trails across Pennsylvania. This …
Pennsylvania Enhances Recreational Trails with Over $2 Million in Funding Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration is taking significant steps to raise awareness about Lyme disease and tick bite prevention in Pennsylvania. Representatives from the Departments of Health (DOH), Conservation …
Shapiro Administration Highlights Lyme Disease Awareness and Prevention Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Game Commission has announced the expansion of its Deer Management Assistance Program (DMAP), providing white-tailed deer hunters with increased hunting opportunities across the state. This initiative …
Pennsylvania Game Commission Expands Deer Hunting Opportunities with Assistance Program Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has appointed Benn Carlson as the new district forester for Tioga State Forest. Covering 161,890 acres in Bradford and Tioga counties, …
New District Forester Appointed for Tioga State Forest Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources has designated a new Wild Plant Sanctuary on private land in York County. Named Magnolia Groves Wild Plant Sanctuary, it …
New Wild Plant Sanctuary Designated in York County Read More
YORK, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is set to reveal the final conceptual plans for the ecological restoration and site improvements at Susquehanna Riverlands State …
Final Plans for Susquehanna Riverlands State Park to Be Unveiled at Public Meeting Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has been awarded the Leadership Award by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) in recognition of 25 years of exemplary …
Pennsylvania’s DCNR Honored for 25 Years of Forest Stewardship Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is seeking applicants for its NextGen Advisory Council. This council aims to bring diverse voices and experiences to …
Pennsylvania Seeks Applicants for NextGen Advisory Council to Enhance Outdoor Access Read More
WEST GROVE, PA — On Tuesday, Rep. John Lawrence (R-Chester) and the Pennsylvania House Republican Policy Committee, led by Vice Chairman Torren Ecker (R-Adams/Cumberland), held a hearing on the proposed …
Debate Intensifies Over Development of Big Elk Creek State Park Read More