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| Nov 2, 2025 | Where to See Fall Foliage in Greater Philadelphia This October | PHILADELPHIA, October 16, 2025 – Each fall, the Philadelphia region transforms into a stunning arboreal display, with trees across the area turning vibrant shades of red, orange, yellow and purple. The naturally-occurring variety of trees i... |
| Jul 25, 2025 | Essential Hiking, Biking, Running Trails of Philadelphia: Adventure Seekers Have Plenty of Options on Where to Roam and Enjoy Skyline Views This Summer and Beyond | PHILADELPHIA, July 25, 2025 – Philadelphia has 166 miles of open-space pathways, hiking trails and bike routes waiting to be explored and traversed by wandering adventure seekers. These multi-use trails connect neighborhoods while offering ... |
| Nov 27, 2024 | Civilian Conservation Corps Pavilion at Mont Alto State Park Restored | A comparison of the before and after of the work completed on the chimney at the CCC-era Pavilion at Mont Alto State Park.
The restoration of the chimney in the pavilion allows family and friend gatherings and community events to continue t... |
| Nov 25, 2024 | Pennsylvania Parks And Forests Foundation Announces New Friends of Promised Land State Park Chapter | Photo Credit: Andrew Summers, Promised Land State Park, PPFF Photo Contest Submission
They will dedicate volunteer hours each year to enhance the visitor experience, conserve natural beauty, and provide educational/recreational opportunitie... |
| Nov 1, 2024 | Maryland Department of Natural Resources Enacts Statewide Burn Ban | November 1, 2024
Dry, windy conditions have increased fire risk across the state and fueled ongoing wildfires
Maryland Forest Service crews work to suppress smoldering leaves from a wildfire in Washington County. Photo by Aaron Cook, Maryla... |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation Unveils Inclusive Playground at Little Buffalo State Park | PPFF holds a ribbon cutting for the new inclusive playground at Little Buffalo State Park. Pictured left to right: Jessica Fischer (Park Manager), Mike Weaver (Chair, Friends of Little Buffalo), Sue Adams (donor), Marci Mowery (President of... |
| Sep 3, 2024 | Pennsylvania Parks And Forests Foundation Welcomes New Friends of Tyler State Park Chapter | The newly formed Friends of Tyler State Park gather for one of their first official meetings.
These dedicated individuals contribute their time, energy, and creativity to steward the natural spaces they enjoy and connect new visitors to the... |
| May 13, 2024 | Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation Celebrates ‘I Love My State Parks Week’ | Four friends enjoy the memories and adventure at Rickets Glen State Park / Photo by Heather Andrews, PPFF Photo Contest Entry
Visitors enjoy the view at Hyner View State Park / Photo by Beth Vanhorn, PPFF Photo Contest Entry
'I Love My Stat... |
| Feb 18, 2024 | 17 presidents who grew up in surprisingly humble homes | Politics 17 presidents who grew up in surprisingly humble homes
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| Jan 23, 2024 | Creepy, cryptic notes pop up across Pennsylvania | Creepy and cryptic conspiratorial notes showing up inside cereal boxes and state parks around Pennsylvania are baffling law enforcement officials.
Why it matters: It's a federal crime to tamper with food products, but so far no one has been... |
| Aug 7, 2023 | Promote Health and Service During PA Healthy Lands Week | PPFF volunteers help plants, shrubs, and flowers
Laurel Ridge State Park volunteers help build a trail bridge
PPFF volunteers gather to clean graffiti of public land rocks
Pennsylvanian’s have an opportunity to join a movement for sustainab... |
| Jun 7, 2023 | Senate Overwhelmingly Confirms Governor Shapiro’s Nominees to Lead the Departments of Conservation and Natural Resources, General Services | Secretary Dunn continues her leadership at DCNR while Secretary McNeil becomes the first African American to hold the position at DGS
Harrisburg, PA – Today, the Pennsylvania Senate overwhelmingly confirmed two of Governor Josh Shapiro’s ca... |
| Feb 7, 2023 | Senator Collett Announces $605,000 for Local Parks & Conservation Projects | Lower Gwynedd, Pa. – February 6, 2023 — Senator Maria Collett (D-12 Montgomery) has announced $605,000 in grant funding for local projects awarded through the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (DCNR’s) Community... |
| Jan 18, 2023 | Sen. Fontana Announces Over $700,000 for Outdoor Spaces in Allegheny County | Allegheny County – January 18, 2023 – Today, Pennsylvania State Senator Wayne Fontana announced $782,853 in state grants for outdoor and recreation spaces in Allegheny County. Grants were awarded to the Allegheny Land Trust and City of Pitt... |
| Jan 13, 2023 | State Lawmakers Announce Funding for Watersheds, Parks and Open Space | West Chester, Pa − January 13, 2023 – Four projects in Chester County to support clean watersheds, conserve land, and expand opportunities for outdoor recreation will receive nearly $1.8 million in total grant funding, state Senator Carolyn... |
| Dec 19, 2022 | Habitat Restoration in Michaux State Forest | Preliminary phases of a habitat restoration project at Michaux State Forest completed.
CAMP HILL, PENNSYLVANIA, THE UNITED STATES, December 19, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation, established in 1999 to... |
| Dec 15, 2022 | The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation Awarded Grant from Bell’s Brewery | Douglas Clifford - Susquehannock State Park
The Bell's Brewery grant will go towards infrastructure for environmental education at Susquehannock State Park.
CAMP HILL, PENNSYLVANIA, THE UNITED STATES, December 15, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ --... |
| Oct 5, 2022 | Tobyhanna State Park Rehabilitates ADA Fishing Pier | Improvements to the ADA fishing pier at Tobyhanna State Park ensure park visitors can enjoy the physical and mental health benefits of fishing.
CAMP HILL, PENNSYLVANIA, THE UNITED STATES, October 5, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As part of the... |
| Aug 17, 2022 | Penndel Bridge Installed at White Clay Creek Preserve | CAMP HILL, PENNSYLVANIA, THE UNITED STATES, August 17, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Pennsylvania Parks and Forests Foundation (PPFF), the only non-profit whose mission is Pennsylvania’s state parks and forests, in partnership with the Fri... |
| Jun 29, 2022 | Wolf Administration Highlights Responsible Celebration Ahead of Independence Day Holiday Weekend | Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Pennsylvania State Police (PSP), Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), and Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission held a media event to... |
| Sep 28, 2021 | Expert tips: Spotting peak fall foliage in regional areas | Harrisburg, Pa -- To highlight some of the world’s most beautiful, diverse fall foliage, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is making its experts available to serve as regional advisers, offering tips a... |
| Sep 1, 2021 | 2021 State Forest Action Plan: Strategies for long-term forest sustainability | As environmental disasters surge across the country, state officials continue to push for environmental conservation. On Aug. 24, Gov. Tom Wolf unveiled a State Forest Action Plan, which assesses the condition of Pennsylvania forests and se... |
| Jan 28, 2021 | 10 safe places to travel with your RV this spring | RVers are gearing up for spring. Carlos Alvarez / Getty
In a few months, RV owners will start travelling throughout the US again.
RV rental companies Outdoorsy and RV Share each shared their top five destinations for springtime travel amid ... |
| Jan 27, 2021 | Drone flying laws, FAA regulations, and license requirements you need to know | Redeem now
One of the biggest hurdles to mass drone adoption is the many rules and regulations that restrict what owners and operators can do.
Insider Intelligence has compiled a breakdown of drone regulations by state.
Do you work in the D... |
| Nov 3, 2020 | 16 presidents who grew up in surprisingly humble homes | Ulysses S. Grant’s childhood home. AP Photo
Some presidents like John F. Kennedy were born to wealthy families with large estates.
Others came from working-class families who lived in small cabins or on farms.
President Abraham Lincoln was ... |
| Oct 24, 2019 | 50 underrated state parks across the US that everyone should visit in their lifetime | Blackwater Falls State Park in Davis, West Virginia. John Bilous/Shutterstock
Many state parks across the US offer breathtaking views, diverse wildlife, and a wide range of recreational activities.
You can catch a glimpse of stunning waterf... |
| Apr 19, 2018 | Welcome spring and get active by hitting the trails | If you’re tired of being stuck indoors and need to take in some sun and fresh air, then lace up your shoes and take a walk — or a hike — on the wild side. Check out these six trails and parks in and around Mercer, Lawrence and Butler counti... |