May 2009
I don’t just enjoy Pennsylvania parks
and forests, I support the Pennsylvania
Parks and Forests Foundation
Members wanted! In collaboration with DCNR staff, an army of volunteers, and a growing number of friends groups, the Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, or PPFF, strives to enhance and conserve these special places for all to enjoy. Their new membership program allows everyone to contribute and perpetuate Pennsylvania’s conservation legacy! Regular memberships start at $25. Join PPFF today because it’s their nature…and yours… to help! Be sure to visit their native plant sale in Hummelstown, Dauphin County, on May 17.
Earth…The Movie
Two green thumbs up. That’s what you may say about Earth, Disney’s new nature film. Earth follows the planet through the miraculous odyssey of its seasons and the perilous migrations of its wildlife, celebrating the bounty while sounding an alarm about global warming. Suitable (albeit somber at times) for children and captivating to all ages, the film is a cinematically-spectacular reminder of the imperative to take conservation personally.
Hit the Trail
Need an excuse to put on the hiking boots? Pennsylvania Hiking Week, May 23-31, is great for the soles. Pick a trail to suit your stamina—there are thousands of miles to choose from. Set-off “on your own” with friends or family or join one or more of the nearly 100 hikes being offered across the state in conjunction with the Keystone Trails Association. Explore trails in state parks, state forests, Allegheny National Forest, or city and community parks. Maybe even take-in a section of the legendary Appalachian Trail. Go here to find your path to the outdoors.
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Congratulations to Beverly Narwich from Philadelphia, the winner of the monthly drawing from the SEEDS subscription list. Ms. Narwich receives a copy of the book It’s Easy Being Green: A Handbook for Earth Friendly Living.
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iConservePA is a program of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Edward G. Rendell, Governor.
PAiCon of the month
Meet Erik from McDonald who bikes to work once a week in the summer and recycles and composts so effectively, his four person household only puts out one bag of trash per week! View Erik's and other PAiCon's favorite conservation practices to become a PAiCon!
Did you know?
Friday, May 15 is National Bike to Work Day. Join thousands of other Americans in taking the fun, fit, and green way to work. Last year more than 10,000 people in Denver, Colorado tried it. Will you be one of the brave Pennsylvanians to put your mettle to the pedal? Learn more here.
Spotlight on…
Strawberry Hill Nature Preserve—a private nonprofit 609-acre woodland preserve teaching, inspiring, and promoting environmental stewardship. More than 10 miles of blazed trails meander through the Adams County property, leading to unique rock formations, scenic vistas, and secret glades.
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