Forestry

Clinton County

Greater Renovo Area Heritage Park – Carved in History: The Lumber Heritage Mural

Greater Renovo Area Heritage Park installed a Lumber Heritage Mural in the community of Renovo, PA honoring the community's heritage. Read more

Mini-Grants

Austin Dam Memorial Association – CCC Company 2336 S-146 Interpretive Display

Austin Dam Memorial Association added new interpretive signage to the Austin Heritage Trail and Memorial Park honoring the nearby CCC Company 2336 S-146 who built the bridge that serves as the entrance to the park today. Read more

Elk County

St Marys Area School District – Forestry and Forest Products Education at SMASD

St Mary's Area School District expanded its Agricultural Education program. Read more

Millionaire's Row

The Boom and Bust of Pennsylvania’s Lumber Era

The 19th-century lumber boom transformed Pennsylvania’s forests into an industrial powerhouse—before overharvesting led to economic collapse and environmental devastation. This is the story of the rise, fall, and restoration of the Lumber Heritage Region. Read more

Heritage

Highlighting Black History in the Lumber Heritage Region

Discover some of the lumber and forest related stories of Black Americans in the Lumber Heritage Region and throughout Pennsylvania. Combatting injustice, breaking barriers, and contributing to the forests and places we hold dear today, explore just a few of these fascinating st... Read more

Resources

Ralph W. Abele: The Relentless Champion of Conservation

Ralph W. Abele, a towering figure in Pennsylvania's environmental movement, dedicated his life to safeguarding the state’s natural resources. His unwavering commitment to conservation, coupled with his bold and direct approach, left an indelible mark on Pennsylvania’s environment... Read more