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
Additional Grant Opportunities
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Environmental Education Grant Opportunities 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
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
Education
Educational resources including lesson plans related to dark-sky advocacy and light pollution awareness for students, communities, and self-learning. Read more
Millionaire's Row
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
Lycoming County
Lycoming County Visitors Bureau & LHR Brochure Series materials provide valuable tourism resources, highlighting Lycoming County’s historic sites, waterways, and small businesses. Read more
Lycoming County
KWPA produced a short format video to assist in its mission and provide valuable education and outreach materials to the public regarding Pennsylvania's wood products. Read more
Heritage
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
News & Updates
Van Wagner’s 53rd tree climb in Jefferson County highlights the importance of Pennsylvania’s forests, their connection to our heritage, and the role of sustainable management. Hosted by the Lumber Heritage Region, this climb was part of his mission to ascend the tallest tree at t... Read more
News & Updates
Join the Allegheny National Forest as they celebrate their 100th anniversary on September 24th from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Twin Lakes Recreation Area. Enjoy live music, guest speakers, kids' activities, and more at this family-friendly event. Read more
Resources
Rachel Carson, the renowned author and biologist, is celebrated globally for her groundbreaking work in environmental science. Her 1962 book, Silent Spring, not only inspired a worldwide environmental movement but also led to significant changes in policy and the creation of the ... Read more
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