Education
Teachers and parents, are you looking for engaging, hands-on resources to introduce students to Pennsylvania trees and basic tree and leaf identification? The Lumber Heritage Region offers interactive tree identification lesson plans for grades 3–8 that encourage students to obse... Read more
News & Updates
On May 6th, 2026 the LHR recognized 25 years since its designation as a Pennsylvania State Heritage area with a celebration dinner. Read more
News & Updates
Entering her 10th year as Executive Director of the Lumber Heritage Region, Holly Komonczi explains the deep rooted passion that she has for her work. Read more
News & Updates
There is plenty to appreciate about Pennsylvania's State Tree! Read more
Classes & Learning Opportunities
An exciting opportunity for youth and young adults to gain paid, hands-on experience in environmental conservation! Read more
News & Updates
Drawn to the region for quality night skies, Steve Conard celebrates and advocates for the region's dark skies. Sharing his passion and expertise, Steve continues to find ways to get involved! Read more
News & Updates
Tracey Fox of Wellsboro, PA has taken "getting involved" to a whole new level! Read more
News & Updates
Nestled in the rugged hills of Potter County, where the Austin Dam’s concrete ruins tell stories of resilience and rebirth, volunteer Alvie Flouress stands as a living bridge between history, nature, and community. A native of Odin—just north of Austin—Alvie embodies the spirit o... Read more
Cameron County
The Lumber Heritage Region is home to some of the nation’s darkest skies east of the Mississippi River. The Cameron County Dark Sky Master Site Plan supports rural communities in this region as they advocate for the protection of night skies and raise awareness of light pollution... Read more
McKean County
The McKean County Historical Society completes another phase of restoration to the Prospect Hill Fire Tower, which is now accessible and open to the public in Smethport, PA. Read more
McKean County
The County of McKean highlight their county's heritage with the placement of two large welcome signs at the east and west entrances along U.S. Route 6 Read more
McKean County
The Wilds Sonshine Factory in Kane, PA saved the colossal and iconic "Sheffield Log", creating an interpretive educational experience for visitors. Read more
Education
Teachers and parents, are you searching for meaningful, interactive resources to spark your students’ curiosity about history, conservation, and the legacy of the Eastern Hemlock Tree in Pennsylvania? Look no further! The Lumber Heritage Region is thrilled to offer thoughtfully d... Read more
McKean County
The McKean County Historical Society begins the phased project to restore a fire tower and preserve a community's heritage and history. Read more
McKean County
The ANF Region Video Project created 10 promotional videos which will be uploaded on the website www.VisitANF.com, You Tube, Facebook, Instagram, and Google. Read more
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