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Winter Constellation Presentation at PPL’s Montour Preserve

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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6 weeks 1 day ago

Hear ancient stories of the winter sky on Friday, Jan. 13, from 7:30-8:30 p.m. at PPL’s Montour Preserve. From charging bulls to sleeping bears the winter sky is full of constellations. PPL Senior Naturalist Jon Beam will explore the folklore and identification of some common winter constellations. more»

Commission Launches New Pennsylvania Waters Patch Series

By Ted Walke, PFBC
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8 weeks 2 days ago

HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has launched a new embroidered patch series which is now available for purchase.
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Hoot for Owls at PPL’s Montour Preserve

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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11 weeks 3 days ago

Explore the lives of owls on Friday, December 9 from 7-8:30 p.m. at PPL’s Montour Preserve. Senior Naturalist Jon Beam and Naturalist Amanda Jenkins will take a closer look at superstitions as well as the natural history of owls. more»

Holidays Mark Beginning of New Fishing Season

By eric levis, PFBC
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11 weeks 5 days ago

The holiday shopping season is quickly approaching and that means it’s time for anglers to get a jump on the 2012 sporting season. Anglers can purchase a 2012 license beginning December 1, which gives them a bonus month for free.
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Commission Photography Contest Deadline Extended to Dec. 31

By Spring Gearhart
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12 weeks 1 day ago

HARRISBURG--Picture yourself as the winner of the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s (PFBC) annual photography contest! There’s still time since the Commission has extended its deadline for entries to December 31. more»

With Deer Season Around the Corner, Marcellus Coalition Offers Hunting Tips

By Travis Windle, Marcellus Shale Coalition
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13 weeks 4 hours ago

Canonsburg, PA – Thanksgiving offers all Pennsylvanians and Americans an opportunity to reflect and give thanks for the many blessings we’re afforded to live in a free and just society.

In much of Pennsylvania, it also serves as a reminder to thousands of sportsmen that opening day of deer season is around the corner. more»

Remembrance Day in Gettysburg

By Jenna Martin Bartlett
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13 weeks 1 day ago

For the past several years, my husband and I have always found time to make our way to Gettysburg, whether it be spring or fall, the time away from our busy lives was and always will be a treat. more»

Take Another Look at the Annual Autumn Waterfowl Migration at PPL’s Montour Preserve

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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13 weeks 4 days ago

Observe the autumn waterfowl migration at PPL’s Montour Preserve on Saturday, December 3 from 9-11 a.m. more»

Montour Preserve Wildlife Art Expo

By Cindy Knier
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14 weeks 2 days ago

Attend a Wildlife Art Expo at PPL’s Montour Preserve

By ruby deleon
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15 weeks 6 days ago

Join us on Saturday, November 12 from noon until 4 p.m. and Sunday, November 13 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at PPL’s Montour Preserve to observe local artists as they show their best work. more»

Young Explorers Can Discover Turkeys at PPL’s Montour Preserve

By ruby deleon
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17 weeks 2 days ago

Bring the kids to PPL’s Montour Preserve on Thursday, Nov. 3, from 10-11 a.m. to learn about wild turkeys. Senior Naturalist Jon Beam will present a fun-filled morning for children ages 3-5, just in time for Thanksgiving. Children will learn about turkeys through stories, hands-on activities and a turkey-themed craft project. Registration is required. more»

PPL’s Susquehanna Riverlands Celebrates the History of Canals

By ruby deleon
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17 weeks 2 days ago

Join us as the history of canals comes alive at PPL’s Susquehanna Riverlands on Saturday, Nov. 5, from 2-3:30 p.m. more»

Pounding Pavement 5k for PKU--in Lycoming County

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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17 weeks 5 days ago

Mark Hauck of Milton is on a personal mission.  When his niece was diagnosed with phenylketonuria, or PKU, shortly after her birth three years ago, Hauck began raising funds to help find a cure.

His first two solo fundraisers included walking 130 miles across Massachusetts, and bicycling 150 miles across Pennsylvania. more»

Roadtrip to Northcentral PA the Artisan Way

By visitpa.com
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19 weeks 1 day ago

Artisan Ways: The Alleghenies and Valleys of the Susquehanna

Day 1: State College more»

Discover Wild Turkeys at PPL’s Montour Environmental Preserve

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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19 weeks 1 day ago

The public is invited for discussions and activities about turkeys from 1:30-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at PPL’s Montour Environmental Preserve. PPL Senior Naturalist Jon Beam and Naturalist Amanda Jenkins will discuss nearly everything there is to know about turkeys from how they make their living to how they almost became our national symbol. There will also be fun-filled activities. more»

Spend a Weekend in Historic Muncy

By Muncy Historical Society
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20 weeks 2 hours ago

MUNCY – Experience the beauty and charm of one of Pennsylvania’s finest communities as the Muncy Historical Society hosts its annual Historic Homes and Walking Tour from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, October 16. more»

First Annual Great Pumpkin Train Excursion Rolls Into Lycoming County

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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20 weeks 21 hours ago

The Lycoming County Visitors Bureau is presenting The Great Pumpkin Express Train Excursions. Times: Friday 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.; Saturday, Oct. 29 and Sunday, Oct. 30, 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are $10 per person; children 2 years and under are free. more»

Learn Hunter and Fur-Taker Education at PPL’s Susquehanna Riverlands

By ruby deleon
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20 weeks 2 days ago

A three day, 10-hour hunter/fur-taker education course will be held Thursday, October 13 from 6-9:30 p.m., Friday, October 14 from 6-9:30 p.m., and Saturday, October 15 from 8 a.m.-noon at PPL’s Susquehanna Riverlands. more»

Quehanna Area Trails Club Hike

By NORTHCENTRALPA.COM
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21 weeks 1 hour ago

The Quehanna Area Trails Club will lead an easy 3-mile fall hike in the Moshannon State Forest, along the Mosquito Creek Trail to Ardell Rd. more»

First Friday Event Focuses on Connectors to Susquehanna River Walk and Extension

By susquehanna greenway partnership
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21 weeks 10 hours ago

It was one of the Susquehanna Greenway’s original demonstration projects: local officials spent years pursuing state and federal funds for it, and it was completed by Lycoming County in early 2010.

On Oct. 7, the Susquehanna River Walk will be the centerpiece of a First Friday event beginning in Williamsport and more»

2011 Susquehanna River Symposium

By susquehanna greenway partnership
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21 weeks 1 day ago

Focus on River Towns October 14-15 more»

Commission Amends Boating Regulations at Quarterly Business Meeting

By eric levis, PFBC
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21 weeks 1 day ago

Erie, PA – At its quarterly business meeting held here today, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) amended various boating regulations and voted to close the lower sections of the Susquehanna and Juniata rivers to bass fishing during the spawning period from May 1 to mid-June. more»

Second Opportunity to Learn About Mushrooms at Montour Preserve

By Alana Roberts, PPL Corporation
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21 weeks 1 day ago

Over 100 people came out to the Susquehanna Energy Information Center yesterday to hear Bill Russell speak about mushrooms.
If you missed the program, you have another chance to see Bill at PPL’s Montour Preserve this Saturday, Oct. 1 from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
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Ground Broken for Williamsport Skatepark

By Cindy Knier
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21 weeks 2 days ago

A three-year dream came to fruition on Monday, thanks to community members and government leaders working closely together.

Ground was broken for the Lifland Skatepark in Williamsport, on West Fourth Street between Elm Park and the original Little League baseball field.

Steelhead Fishing, Trout Stockings and Family Fishing Programs Highlight Fall Fishing

By eric levis, PFBC
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21 weeks 2 days ago

Harrisburg, PA - Cooler weather may have arrived, but great fall fishing opportunities remain across the state for anglers and their families.
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New Bullhead Catfish Record Set

By Carl Richardson
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21 weeks 2 days ago

Harrisburg, PA - A brown bullhead catfish caught in Carbon County’s Beltzville Lake has been certified as the new Pennsylvania state record for that species by the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC).
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Montour Preserve Autumn 2011 Newsletter

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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21 weeks 5 days ago

Autumn Nature Notes more»

Marvelous Wild Mushrooms of PA Program at Susquehanna Riverlands

By Alana Roberts, Susquehanna Riverlands
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21 weeks 5 days ago

Marvelous Wild Mushrooms of PA
Sunday, Sept. 25
1:30-3:30 p.m.
Presented by: Bill Russell, author
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Commission Urges Municipalities and Residents to Contact DEP before Working on Damaged Stream Channels

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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September 19, 2011

Citing experience with 1972's Hurricane Agnes, the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is urging municipalities and residents impacted by the flooding from Tropical Storm Lee to contact the state Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) before conducting any work to reconstruct damaged stream channels.

Susquehanna Health’s Annual Hunter’s Fair

By amy brink, susquehanna health
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22 weeks 4 days ago

Susquehanna Health’s Annual Hunter’s Fair will be held Tuesday,  Sept. 20, 1-6 p.m. in the auditorium at Divine Providence Hospital, 1100 Grampian Boulevard, Williamsport

Information on state government services, health care, hunting and fishing, in addition to free screenings and blood tests (some of the blood tests will have a small fee) are available. more»

Recent flooding affecting programs, recreation at PPL’s environmental preserves

By meg welker, ppl
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22 weeks 5 days ago

PPL environmental preserves along the Susquehanna River are cleaning up and making repairs to the damage left by the recent flooding, affecting public programs and recreational facilities.
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Lake Chillisquaque Reopened

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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23 weeks 1 day ago

Lake Chillisquaque reopened to boating and fishing late this morning. Picnic areas are also open as is the Visitors Center. Trails, however, will be closed for repair and maintenance until possibly September 26. Programs will continue as scheduled.

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Up to 40,000 Pheasants Lost or Escaped Due to Flood, says PA Game Commission

By Pennsylvania Game Commission
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23 weeks 1 day ago

Pennsylvania Game Commission Executive Director Carl G. Roe said the same flooding that devastated property and adversely affected the lives of tens of thousands of Pennsylvanians also impacted Game Commission properties and resources, including two Game Farms in Lycoming County, which caused the loss of thousands of ring-necked pheasants. more»

Lake Chillisquaque Now Open

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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21 weeks 5 days ago

The Chilisuagi Trail that goes around the lake is now open again for public use.

 

"Everything is now open and getting back to normal," Jon Beam, Montour Preserve Program Director said.

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PA Fish and Boat Commission Sues Consol Energy Over Dunkard Creek Environmental Disaster

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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September 7, 2011

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) today sued Consol Energy for civil damages resulting from a devastating 2009 pollution incident in which discharges from a Consol coal mine entered Dunkard Creek, contributing to a massive fish kill spanning nearly 30 miles of stream in West Virginia and Pennsylvania. more»

Biologist Report - Rose Valley Lake, Lycoming County

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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September 7, 2011

Bluegill
During the week of May 22, 2011, personnel from Fisheries Management Area 3 staff conducted a survey of panfish and walleye populations using 15 trapnet sets.

Corvettes Rev into Muncy Sept. 17

By Cindy Knier
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24 weeks 1 day ago

Details for the annual corvette show in Muncy were discussed during last Thursday’s monthly meeting of the Muncy Professional and Business Association.

The organization has successfully partnered with the Susquehanna Valley Corvette Club to display nearly 150 cars on Saturday, Sept. 17, as the “Fourth Annual Corvette Show/Artists in Our Own Backyard” festival begins. more»

Quehanna Area Trails Club September Hike

By Terri Davis
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24 weeks 1 day ago

The QATC will lead on September 10 a moderate 4-mile hike in the Moshannon and Elk State Forests, walking Deibel Road, Porcupine Draft (Quehanna Trail), to Red Run Road.  Meet off the Quehanna Highway and Deibel Road, aka Lincoln Road by Smokey the Bear (near Mile Marker 11)--a little ways in opposite the DCNR Maintenance building at 9:30 a.m.  Bring lunch and water.  If question more»

Biologist Report - Pymatuning Reservoir Walleye Survey

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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September 2, 2011

Area 1 Fisheries Management personnel performed our annual spring trapnet survey of Pymatuning Reservoir from March 22 through April 1st, 2011. The primary goal of the survey was to sample the reservoir's walleye population and evaluate the success of our stockings.

Learn more about butterflies at PPL Montour Preserve

By Jon D. Beam
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25 weeks 4 days ago

PPL’s Montour Environmental Preserve will celebrate butterflies with a free program for all ages from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Sept. 11. Beginning indoors at the environmental education center, we will provide presentations about butterflies and their life cycle before we tag monarch butterflies and release them. The day will end with a walk to a butterfly garden and a craft activity for children. more»

A Fishing Holiday - Family Fishing Festivals Scheduled at Six Locations Labor Day Weekend

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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August 17, 2011

On Saturday, Sept. 3, the PFBC will host Family Fishing Festivals at six locations in Pennsylvania. And on Labor Day, Monday Sept. 5, it's the Commission's second Fish-for-Free Day for 2011.

Fish and Boat Commission to Host Open House on Gas Leasing and Water Access Programs

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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August 11, 2011

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) will host an open house on Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 6:30 p.m. at the Donegal Area Community Center in Donegal, Westmoreland County, to explain the agency's gas leasing and water access programs.

Public Invited to Submit Comments on Draft Fisheries Management Plan for Inland Walleye

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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August 9, 2011

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) is inviting the public to review and submit comments on the agency's draft fisheries management plan for inland walleye.

Young explorers can discover pond life at PPL Montour Preserve

By Jon D. Beam, montour environmental preserve
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28 weeks 2 days ago

Join us for a look at ponds and the critters that live there from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 17, at PPL Montour Environmental Preserve. We will start the day off with a book about ponds and pond life. We will then move our young explorers outdoors for a first-hand look at a pond. We will search for frogs, turtles, dragonflies and cattails. All of this with just a short walk around the pond. more»

Uptown Music Collective to Benefit from annual Hudock Moyer Classic Charity Golf Event

By jared mondell
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28 weeks 5 days ago

The Uptown Music Collective, a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization recognized by many to be the premier source of music education in the area will be the beneficiary of the 6th Annual Hudock Moyer Classic Charity Golf Event to be held Friday, Aug. 12 at the Clinton County Country Club. more»

RMEF Announces Grants for Pennsylvania

By Steve Wagner, Blue Heron Communications
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29 weeks 8 hours ago

MISSOULA, Mont.--Improving elk habitat and introducing thousands of students to traditional outdoor recreation and conservation are the main themes in a list of 2011 grants for Pennsylvania from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. more»

Biologist Report - Lake Arthur, Butler County

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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July 29, 2011

Spring 2011 Trapnetting and Night Electrofishing Surveys

Fish and Boat Commission to Hold Groundbreaking Ceremony at Dutch Fork Lake

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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July 28, 2011

The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission is inviting the public to a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday, Aug. 1, to mark the beginning of a $4.5 million construction project to rebuild the dam at Dutch Fork Lake in Donegal Township, Washington County.

PA Fish and Boat Commission offers FREE Fishing Skills Instructor course

By Feed: PA Fish and Boat Commission News
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July 25, 2011

A Fishing Skills Instructor workshop will be held on Saturday July 30th from 9:00am to 7:00pm at the Bossard Nature Center at Woodcock Creek Lake in Crawford County.

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