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NPC and Williamsport Bicycle Recycle Partner to Offer Workshop
Local bicyclists spent part of a recent rainy Saturday afternoon at Williamsport Bicycle Recycle’s space at the Pajama Factory. The group had signed up for a workshop offered jointly by Williamsport Bicycle Recycle (WBR) and the Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy (NPC). Volunteers from WBR reviewed a basic bike maintenance checklist. Then each participant had the opportunity to run through the checklist on their bike with help … Continue reading NPC and Williamsport Bicycle Recycle Partner to Offer Workshop
Rivers, Coal & Crafts: Exploring the Past, Celebrating the Future
Blossburg’s rich coal mining history and the ongoing restoration of the Tioga River are coming together! Rivers, Coal & Crafts is an exciting series of community events launching this spring. The series will connect residents and visitors with the land, water, and stories that shape this region. Through hands-on workshops, craft projects, and storytelling, participants of all ages will learn about the decades-long impacts of … Continue reading Rivers, Coal & Crafts: Exploring the Past, Celebrating the Future
Please join us in welcoming Jesse Walker to the Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy as our second Land Stewardship Specialist! Jesse is a graduate of Pennsylvania College of Technology’s Forest Technology Program. During college, he gained hands-on experience through internships focused on forest stewardship, trail maintenance, and road work. He then spent a few years working as a forest technician on the Michaux State Forest before making … Continue reading Welcome, Jesse Walker!
Continued Stewardship: Cavanaugh Access Area
When you support NPC’s conservation efforts, you’re helping to conserve not just land—but the future of that land, too. One recent example of ongoing stewardship comes from the Cavanaugh Access Area, where state land managers are using science-based techniques to care for the landscape. In March, the Bureau of Forestry conducted a prescribed fire at the Cavanaugh Access Area, located in the Marsh Creek section … Continue reading Continued Stewardship: Cavanaugh Access Area
Conservation Options for Your Land
Northcentral Pennsylvania is a special place, with open spaces, abundant natural resources, and a remarkable history. As our region changes, it is important to maintain balance between growth and conservation. This requires thoughtful action to make sure future generations will have access to these precious natural resources. Landowners may face choices such as subdivision, gas development, and taxes, but Northcentral Pennsylvania Conservancy (NPC) offers conservation … Continue reading Conservation Options for Your Land