Press release by Natural Lands posted 19 March 2025 The sun glints through bare trees in a forest through which a stream flows. Photo by Celine Butler Natural Lands announced the preservation of two wooded properties that were transferred to state agencies. They provide critical habitat for migratory songbirds and other wildlife. The acreage will … Read more
The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy is accepting applications year-round through June 2027 for its Riparian Restoration Tree Planting Initiative, which provides native trees to landowners planted at no cost as part of Pennsylvania’s statewide water quality improvement goals. The Western Pennsylvania Conservancy has announced they are taking applications for their Riparian Restoration Tree Planting Initiative. Funding is provided … Read more
Press release by North American Land Trust on 7 March 2025 North American Land Trust (NALT) recently was awarded a $276,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) in support of NALT’s Pollinator Meadow Initiative in Southeastern Pennsylvania. NALT has converted more than 50 acres of lawns and fields into pollinator habitat throughout … Read more
Last year’s recipient was Troy Firth of Spartansburg Given in honor of renowned conservationist Aldo Leopold, the award recognizes landowners who inspire others to consider conservation opportunities on their land. (Courtesy image) Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025 Pennsylvania Leopold Conservation Award®. The award honors farmers and forestland owners who go above and beyond in … Read more
Press release by Isabela Weiss with WVIA News on 19 February 2025 The Schuylkill Conservation District won nearly $75,000 to design plans to restore the Little Mahanoy Creek in Schuylkill County to a more natural state. Developers hope the project will lessen flood impacts and promote wild trout habitats in Frackville Borough. Frackville resident Joe … Read more
