The Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association, Inc. invites you to A Year in the Life of the Loyalsock as presented by Keith Williams of Freshwater Journeys on November 17 at 2:00 p.m. in the Plunketts Creek Township Volunteer Fire Department Social Hall, 327 Dunwoody Road, Williamsport, Lycoming County.
“The Loyalsock gave us a few challenges this year, with multiple high-water events and even a period of low flow,” explains Williams, author of Snorkelhead: Adventures in Creek Snorkeling and a regular underwater visitor to the watershed. “I explored the Loyalsock Creek and some of her tributaries throughout 2018, starting in January when there was ice on her edges and hanging from canyon walls.”
Wetsuits and snorkeling gear won’t be required for this family-friendly adventure, however, as guests will take an underwater tour from the warm comfort of their seats.
“At times,” adds Williams, “she flowed muddy and visibility was low, but throughout the year, I was able to capture numerous memorable moments of natural creek history.”
Williams is a natural educator. In addition to authoring his first book on creek and river snorkeling, Keith Williams has developed river snorkeling-based science curriculum and has established river snorkeling programs for nonprofit organizations and the U.S. Forest Service.
He has led thousands of people on river snorkeling adventures, including armchair adventurers like those who attend “A Year in the Life of the Loyalsock” Program.
“We had many partners this year as we celebrated our River of the Year,” said Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Carol Parenzan. “This fabulous fanfare could not have occurred without the numerous organizations and individuals who came together to plan and implement almost 20 programs that focused not only on river science but also history, arts, music, education, recreation, and even economics. Back in March, we started our celebratory season with a presentation by Keith Williams on the Susquehanna River watershed, of which the Loyalsock is a part, so it is only fitting that we close the year with a special showing of his work specifically highlighting our lovely Loyalsock Creek.”
The program is free and open to the public. Registration is not required.
This project was financed in part by a grant from DCNR’s Community Conservation Partnerships Grant Program, using Environmental Stewardship (Growing Greener) Funds, under the administration of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation and administered by the PA Organization of Watersheds and Rivers.
For more information on programs, initiatives and other upcoming events, visit the Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper website or contact Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Carol Parenzan at 570-768-6300 or send email to: midsusriver@gmail.com.
2019 PA River Of The Year
Nominations for the 2019 PA River Of The Year are now being accepted until November 9. Click Here for more information.
2019 PA Trail Of The Year
Nominations for the 2019 PA Trail Of The Year are now being accepted until November 16. Click Here for more information.
No comments:
Post a Comment