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HARRISBURG, PA — The Pine Creek Rail Trail, a 62-mile corridor through Lycoming and Tioga counties that draws more than 44,000 visitors annually, has been named Pennsylvania’s 2026 Trail of …
Pine Creek Rail Trail Named 2026 Trail of the Year Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials are putting rivers, wildlife, and public lands in the spotlight this holiday season, unveiling a trio of initiatives that invite public participation, fund biodiversity research, …
Rivers, Wildlife, and Parks Take Center Stage in Pennsylvania’s Green Push Read More
PENNSYLVANIA — When it comes to autumn’s most breathtaking vistas, Pennsylvania holds its own among America’s most iconic leaf-peeping destinations. A new national survey by travel company Exoticca ranked Big …
Big Pocono Overlook Named Pennsylvania’s Top Fall Viewpoint, Among Nation’s Best Read More
OKOME, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is celebrating the inclusion of two forest tracts in the Pennsylvania Wilds within the national Old-Growth Forest Network. …
Two Forest Tracts in Pennsylvania Wilds Added to National Old-Growth Forest Network Read More
WRIGHTSVILLE, PA — After 225 years, the historic Mifflin Farm in Wrightsville, Pennsylvania, will open its doors to the public, offering a unique opportunity to explore a documented Underground Railroad …
Mifflin Farm Opens to the Public, Unveiling Hidden Stories of Freedom and Civil War History Read More
WILLIAMSPORT, PA — A bold step was taken for outdoor enthusiasts and economic growth alike as Lycoming County celebrated a monumental $649,900 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural …
Boosting Trails, Building Futures: $649,900 Investment to Transform Lycoming County and Beyond! 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