Mini-Grants / Lycoming County

Muncy Heritage Park & Nature Trail Kiosk Panels

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Funding

  • Lumber Heritage Region: $10,000
  • Additional Funding: $8,148

Type of Project

The Muncy Heritage park has become a place to celebrate the region’s unique beauty as expressed through the park’s woodlands, meadow, pond, stream, and river landscapes. Two new panels address the ‘use of nature and the protection of nature from use’ – highlighting the responsible management and use the natural resources both at the park and in our personal environments so that they are available for future generations.

Project Details

Heritage Park is a site rich in history and natural beauty, requiring a thoughtful approach to conservation and public engagement. Since 2004, efforts have focused on stabilizing, restoring, and interpreting the park’s historic and natural resources while maintaining a light touch to preserve its authenticity.

A mix of initiatives, including the installation of interpretive panels, has supported educational outreach and encouraged visitors to connect with the site’s cultural and environmental significance. These new panels emphasize the importance of stewardship, reinforcing both the park’s commitment to conservation and the role of the community in protecting this unique space.

Through grants, partnerships, and dedicated community involvement, Heritage Park continues to be a place where history, nature, and public engagement come together, ensuring its legacy for future generations.

Cultivating Growth and Preserving Heritage Through Partnership

By empowering local organizations and communities through our mini-grant program, we foster collaboration, innovation, and community engagement, ultimately strengthening the economic and cultural fabric of the region. We believe that by working together, we can create a sustainable future that honors our rich lumber heritage while embracing new opportunities for growth and development. If you represent an eligible organization and have a project that aligns with our goals, we encourage you to apply for our mini-grant program and join us in our mission to build a thriving, sustainable region that celebrates its lumber heritage while embracing innovation and progress.

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Discovering Lumber Hertitage Through History and Education

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