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Monroe County Conservation District - Nature Area
Located in Delaware State Forest north of Marshalls Creek, Meesing is a satellite site of KCEEC and is owned by the PA Bureau of Forestry. KCEEC conducts outdoor school programs at Meesing as well as its annual maple sugaring programs held in February and March. Limited hiking trails are available.
Located in Delaware State Forest north of Marshalls Creek, Meesing is a satellite site of KCEEC and is owned by the PA Bureau of Forestry. KCEEC conducts outdoor school programs at Meesing as well as its annual maple sugaring programs held in February and March. Limited hiking trails are available.
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Conservation
Nature Centers/Walks
Special Events
Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary and Wilderness Trust - Mariton Wildlife Sanctuary and Wilderness Trust
This 200-acre wildlife sanctuary and wilderness trust sits on the slopes of Bougher Hill above the Delaware River in Northampton County near Riegelsville. Except for the area around the preserve office and four small meadows at the top of the hill, the preserve is entirely forested displaying a variety of forest types from oak-dominated forest on the north-facing slope to a mixed oak-sweet, birch-tulip tree forest on the south-facing slope. The sanctuary offers a nature center, walking trails, a wildlife viewing blind, information kiosk and interpretive signs along trails.
This 200-acre wildlife sanctuary and wilderness trust sits on the slopes of Bougher Hill above the Delaware River in Northampton County near Riegelsville. Except for the area around the preserve office and four small meadows at the top of the hill, the preserve is entirely forested displaying a variety of forest types from oak-dominated forest on the north-facing slope to a mixed oak-sweet, birch-tulip tree forest on the south-facing slope. The sanctuary offers a nature center, walking trails, a wildlife viewing blind, information kiosk and interpretive signs along trails.
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Conservation
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction
Monroe County Conservation District - Tannersville Bog
Offers 1,000 plus acre preserve containing a 150-acre wetland and a relict boreal bog. The Nature Conservancy manages the preserve with the volunteer assistance of a local Stewardship Committee and the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center.
The North Wood Trail and the Fern ridge Trail in the upland woods are open to the public for self-guided walks. Because of its fragile nature, the bog can only be visited during regularly scheduled walks conducted by the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center. Please note that pets are not allowed on bog trails.
Offers 1,000 plus acre preserve containing a 150-acre wetland and a relict boreal bog. The Nature Conservancy manages the preserve with the volunteer assistance of a local Stewardship Committee and the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center.
The North Wood Trail and the Fern ridge Trail in the upland woods are open to the public for self-guided walks. Because of its fragile nature, the bog can only be visited during regularly scheduled walks conducted by the Kettle Creek Environmental Education Center. Please note that pets are not allowed on bog trails.
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Conservation
Nature Centers/Walks
Center for Community Action - West Penn Power WARM
Energy conservation measures are installed to homes for utility customers experiencing high kilowatt usage.
Energy education services are also provided.
For West Penn Power and Penelec customers only.
Energy conservation measures are installed to homes for utility customers experiencing high kilowatt usage.
Energy education services are also provided.
For West Penn Power and Penelec customers only.
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Conservation
Tamarack Wildlife Center - Wildlife Education and Rehabilitation
Provides care and medical treatment to wildlife in need so that they can be released again into the wild with sufficient skills and health to survive. Also promotes the best interests of wildlife and humans through public education.
Provides care and medical treatment to wildlife in need so that they can be released again into the wild with sufficient skills and health to survive. Also promotes the best interests of wildlife and humans through public education.
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Sick Animal Care
Zoos/Wildlife Parks
Conservation
Wildlife Safety Education
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection - Environmental Protection Services at South-central Regional Office
Manages the Air Quality Program, oversees Water Supply Management, and ensures Water Quality and Management.
Manages the Air Quality Program, oversees Water Supply Management, and ensures Water Quality and Management.
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Environmental Hazards Reporting
Conservation
Foundation for Sustainable Forests - Forest Land Conservation
Protects forested ecosystems, supports rural communities through working forests, raises awareness of the importance of conserving intact forested ecosystems, and highlights sustainable forestry practices for the benefit of the land.
Protects forested ecosystems, supports rural communities through working forests, raises awareness of the importance of conserving intact forested ecosystems, and highlights sustainable forestry practices for the benefit of the land.
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Environmental Issues
Subject Specific Public Awareness/Education
Conservation
Environmental Beautification
Outreach Programs
Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Education Center - Cobbs Creek Community Environmental Education Center
Offers a variety of programs that focus on environmental education and youth civic engagement.
Offers a variety of programs that focus on environmental education and youth civic engagement.
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Conservation
Youth Enrichment Programs
Heritage Conservancy - Education and Community Events
Provides environmental education through school programs, teacher trainings, community events, and nature-based activities that promote conservation and environmental stewardship.
Provides environmental education through school programs, teacher trainings, community events, and nature-based activities that promote conservation and environmental stewardship.
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Conservation
Historical Societies
Lacawac Sanctuary Environmental Education Center - Youth Engaging Science
Provides environmental STEM education through field trips, summer camps, classroom learning, peer mentoring, and leadership programs.
Provides environmental STEM education through field trips, summer camps, classroom learning, peer mentoring, and leadership programs.
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Environmental Improvement Groups
Summer Camps
Environmental Issues
Conservation
Mentoring Programs
Lancaster County Conservation District - Lancaster County Conservation District
Promotes natural resource stewardship and provides scholarships for graduating seniors who will be focusing on natural resources or conservation in continuing their education
Promotes natural resource stewardship and provides scholarships for graduating seniors who will be focusing on natural resources or conservation in continuing their education
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Conservation
Water Quality Assurance
Student Financial Aid
Pennsylvania Game Commission Headquarters - PA Game Commission Office
Enforcement of State Game Laws
Enforcement of State Game Laws
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Hunting Safety Education
Conservation
Hunting Licenses
Wildlife Safety Education
Law Enforcement Agencies
Fish and Game Violations Reporting
Clinton County Government - Agricultural Assistance / Nutrient Management
Assist with conservation plans and nutrient management plans, such as manure management.
Assist with conservation plans and nutrient management plans, such as manure management.
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Conservation
Monroe County Conservation District - Environmental Education Center
Offers educational programs for all ages and abilities. Programs are designed to incorporate natural environment into the learning experience and to promote a goal of Conservation through Education. Trained staff will work with individuals and groups to design a meaningful program for all participants.
Offers educational programs for all ages and abilities. Programs are designed to incorporate natural environment into the learning experience and to promote a goal of Conservation through Education. Trained staff will work with individuals and groups to design a meaningful program for all participants.
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Nature Centers/Walks
Recreational/Leisure/Arts Instruction
Conservation
Lancaster Conservancy - Land Conservation
Serves to preserve Lancaster County natural lands for recreational and educational use. Provides active programs to support preserve site visits by school students, and offers opportunities for membership and volunteers.
Serves to preserve Lancaster County natural lands for recreational and educational use. Provides active programs to support preserve site visits by school students, and offers opportunities for membership and volunteers.
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Conservation
Lycoming County Government - Watershed Management
Works to to stabilize stream banks, restore riparian buffers along our streams, clean sinkholes, control invasive plant species, restore fisheries, monitor water quality, encourage better management practices for stormwater and land use, and educate their communities of environmental protection.
Works to to stabilize stream banks, restore riparian buffers along our streams, clean sinkholes, control invasive plant species, restore fisheries, monitor water quality, encourage better management practices for stormwater and land use, and educate their communities of environmental protection.
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Conservation
Chesapeake Bay Foundation - Advocacy Group
Fights for bold and creative solutions to the pollution that plagues the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Advocates on behalf of the bay to restore essential habitats and filters. Introduces residents to the wonders of this natural resource to empower citizens to take positive action toward bay preservation.
Fights for bold and creative solutions to the pollution that plagues the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries. Advocates on behalf of the bay to restore essential habitats and filters. Introduces residents to the wonders of this natural resource to empower citizens to take positive action toward bay preservation.
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Conservation
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources - Conservation and Natural Resources
Provides maintenance and preservation of state parks and manages state forest land.
Provides maintenance and preservation of state parks and manages state forest land.
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State Government Agencies/Departments
Conservation
Hawk Mountain Sanctuary - Conservation Learning
Offers programs in conservation science and training
Offers programs in conservation science and training
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Conservation
United States Department of Agriculture - Energy Assistance
Offers funding to complete energy audits, provide renewable energy development assistance, make energy efficiency improvements, and install renewable energy systems.
Offers funding to complete energy audits, provide renewable energy development assistance, make energy efficiency improvements, and install renewable energy systems.
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Conservation
Weatherization Programs
Utility Emergency Services Fund - Water Conservation Housing Stabilization Program
Offers financial assistance to pay off past due bills and pay for plumbing repairs and modifications to help decrease water usage. Provides in-home water conservation education to help promote good habits, lower usage, and decrease water bills for the long term.
Offers financial assistance to pay off past due bills and pay for plumbing repairs and modifications to help decrease water usage. Provides in-home water conservation education to help promote good habits, lower usage, and decrease water bills for the long term.
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Conservation
Water Service Payment Assistance
Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources - Forestry District #14
Works to ensure the long term health, viability, and productivity of the Commonwealth's forests and to conserve native wild plants.
Works to ensure the long term health, viability, and productivity of the Commonwealth's forests and to conserve native wild plants.
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Conservation
Lancaster Farmland Trust - Farmland Preservation
Works in partnership with landowners to preserve farmlands for future generations by placing a conservation easement on property. Customizes each easement to the particular needs and future plans of each individual farm family. Also offers the Smart Farms program: an agriculturally and environmentally conscious program that assists local producers in managing sustainable operations.
Works in partnership with landowners to preserve farmlands for future generations by placing a conservation easement on property. Customizes each easement to the particular needs and future plans of each individual farm family. Also offers the Smart Farms program: an agriculturally and environmentally conscious program that assists local producers in managing sustainable operations.
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Conservation
Juniata County Conservation District - Conservation District
Offers assistance with Juniata County landowners for environmental programs with agricultural nutrient management, agricultural control implementation, erosion and sediment control, stream health, and native plantings. Administers the Juniata County Farmland Preservation Program and Juniata County Recycling Coordinator Program on behalf of the Juniata County commissioners. Offers environmental education programming for educational institutions within Juniata County.
Offers assistance with Juniata County landowners for environmental programs with agricultural nutrient management, agricultural control implementation, erosion and sediment control, stream health, and native plantings. Administers the Juniata County Farmland Preservation Program and Juniata County Recycling Coordinator Program on behalf of the Juniata County commissioners. Offers environmental education programming for educational institutions within Juniata County.
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Conservation
United States Department of Agriculture - Energy Program
Provides assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to complete a variety of projects, including renewable energy systems, energy efficiency improvements, renewable energy development, energy audits, and feasibility studies.
Provides assistance to agricultural producers and rural small businesses to complete a variety of projects, including renewable energy systems, energy efficiency improvements, renewable energy development, energy audits, and feasibility studies.
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Weatherization Programs
Conservation
