October 12 Resource Newsletter Now Available From DCNR

The October 12 Resource newsletter is now available from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources featuring articles on--

-- Abundant Opportunities To Get Outdoors And Experience Fall In PA

-- $3 Million In State Funding Announced For Schuylkill River Trail In Philadelphia

-- PennDOT, DCNR Secretaries Ride Proposed Pike2Bike Trail In Breezewood

-- NRCS, EPA, PA Commit Another $28 Million For Chesapeake Bay Cleanup Work In PA

-- Additional State Forest Roads Opening For Hunting Seasons, Other Outdoor Activities

-- French Creek State Park Portion Of Big Woods Trail In Berks County Dedicated

-- 2017 PA River Of The Year Nominations Now Being Accepted

-- DCNR, Fish Commission Reopen Sections Of Penns Creek In Mifflin County To Fishing

-- Agriculture Extends Spotted Lanternfly Quarantine Area In 2 Counties

-- Public Invited To Nobel Prize Winner’s Climate Change Address Oct. 26 In Harrisburg

-- Dedication Of Historical Marker To Honor Firefighters Who Died in 1938 Wildfire Oct. 19

-- Get Outdoors PA Webinar: Learn How to Develop a Successful Birding Program Oct. 17

-- Conservation Tip: Take A Child Outdoors!

A reminder that beautiful fall days are the perfect opportunity to take a child outdoors! Recently, childhood has moved indoors and in front of screens, which impacts children’s health and eliminates a connection to the natural world.

DYK Pennsylvania has more than 5,800 local parks for free play or taking a walk? They are discoverable on an interactive map. Ranger Rick has some great ideas for fall family activities outdoors.

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