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
Classes & Learning Opportunities
The Lumber Heritage Region is partnering with multiple agencies and partners including Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities (CCOYA), and Penn State Extension Elk/Cameron 4-H to bring the region a Teen Conservation Camp for ages 15-17... Read more
News & Updates
There is plenty to appreciate about Pennsylvania's State Tree! Read more
News & Updates
We have much to be grateful for here in the Lumber Heritage Region of Pennsylvania... Read more
News & Updates
Read about the traditional role of fire and its history in Pennsylvania's Forests. 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
Clinton County
Castanea Township Recreation Committee installed an interpretive panel highlighting the connection of the Township to the Chestnut Tree. Read more
Clinton County
Clinton County installed a wayfinding sign along the Bald Eagle Valley Trail that connects the trail to its lumber-related histories and enhance visitor experiences. Read more
Cambria County
Redbank Valley Trails Association highlights lumber heritage along their trail with this interpretive panel honoring the legacy of Andrews Lumber Company. Read more
Clearfield County
DuBois Area Historical Society installed an interpretive panel honoring lumber heritage in the region and the legacy of Sidney Fuller. Read more
Mini-Grants
Austin Dam Memorial Association developed and placed an interpretive panel highlighting the local Kindling Factory. An additional panel was designed highlighting the nearby Bark Shanty CCC camp as the Association works to connect these sites and stories, keeping history alive. Read more
Lycoming County
Muncy Heritage Park enhanced outdoor recreation access and opportunities along their interpretive path with ADA accessible picnic tables. 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
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