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November 07, 2008: DCNR Awards $82,600 to The Nature Conservancy for Vernal Pool Protection
The Nature Conservancy will use this money for the acquisition and protection of two properties in the Greater Minsi Lake Corridor.
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Patrick von Keyserling
717-232-6001 ext. 101
pvonkeyserling@tnc.org
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November 01, 2008: Pennsylvania's Cherry Valley May Become a National Wildlife Refuge
The Nature Conservancy and the Friends of Cherry Valley enthusiastically support a recommendation by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) to establish a new national wildlife refuge to protect the rare and beautiful Cherry Valley in the heart of Pennsylvania’s Pocono Mountains.
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Randall Edwards
The Nature Conservancy
(614) 339-8110
(614) 787-5545 (cell)
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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November 01, 2008: Memorial Gift Helped Fund Cherry Valley Analysis
A major gift in memory of the late Margaret Price Potter (Maggy), of Snydersville, to the Nature Conservancy supported a study that looked at whether the environmental and economic conditions are right for a new national wildlife refuge in Pennsylvania’s Cherry Valley.
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Randall Edwards
The Nature Conservancy
(614) 339-8110
(614) 787-5545 (cell)
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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October 06, 2008: New recreation opportunities and additional acreage for Moosic Mountain Preserve
Mountain bikers and hikers join The Nature Conservancy in celebration
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Randy Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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September 30, 2008: Conservancy Epands Pocono Plateau Potected Area
Conservation easement to protect drinking water, unique habitat
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 08, 2008: Nature Conservancy Praises PA on Historic Water Management Agreement
Gov. Rendell Signs Great Lakes Compact
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 02, 2008: Hog-Wild, Not Welcome
Feral swine pose a serious threat to Pennsylvania's natural resources.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 01, 2008: Conservancy Names Steinour Young Chair of Its Board of Trustees
Young to join Pennsylvania Program
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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June 19, 2008: Nature Conservancy Urges Congress to Eradicate Invasive Pests, Protect Forests Now
Pennsylvania’s forests are under attack.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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May 22, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Invites Public to Join Wildflower Walk
Moosic Mountain home to globally rare natural communities
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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May 08, 2008: Conservationist/state leader, Clifford L. Jones, dies
Jones former member of The Nature Conservancy's board of trustees
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 24, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Urges House to Pass Ballast Water Legislation
Ballast Water Treatment Act will protect our waters from destructive invaders
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 24, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Helps Preserve Central Appalachians
The Nature Conservancy is assisting the fund-raising effort to complete the transfer of about 2,600 acres of wild, Central Appalachian forest in Adams County from private to public ownership and stewardship.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 17, 2008: Nature Conservancy Leads Native Plant Hike
Participants to explore Mount Holly Marsh Preserve
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 17, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Appoints Katherine Bishop to Board of Trustees
Bishop to join Pennsylania program
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 17, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Appoints Dennis Wint to Board of Trustees
Wint to join Pennsylvania program
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 04, 2008: The Nature Conservancy Launches “Plant a Billion Trees Campaign” with Planet Green
Campaign Will Support Tree Planting Efforts in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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March 25, 2008: Rambling through Cherry Valley
Sponsored by Friends of Cherry Valley and the Brodhead Water Association
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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March 24, 2008: Temples and Trees
“Nature-Culture Conservation” in the Maya Forest
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Randall Edwards
Phone: (614) 717-2770 ext. 130
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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March 20, 2008: Top 10 Ways to Reduce Water Use and Save Money
World Water Day, March 22, Highlights Threats to Freshwater Systems around the Globe and the Need for Reducing Water Consumption
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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March 13, 2008: Nocturnal Hikes to Reveal Salamander Secrets
Volunteers will lead trip to The Nature Conservancy's Forest Pools Preserve
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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January 28, 2008: The Nature Conservancy to Speak at Central Region Forest Landowners Conference
Penn State Cooperative Extension, in cooperation with Penn State School of Forest Resources, the DCNR Bureau of Forestry, the Woodland Owners of Centre County, the North Central Forest Landowners Association, and the Clearfield/Jefferson Counties Forest Stewardship Committee are providing an educational conference specifically for forest landowners and managers to learn and discuss forest and wildlife management on private forest lands.
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Dave Jackson
814-355-4897 |
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November 13, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Moves Pittsburgh Office
The Pennsylvania chapter of The Nature Conservancy has moved to a new Pittsburgh office on Mount Lebanon Boulevard.
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Randy Edwards
Phone: 614-717-2770 ext. 30
E-mail: redwards@tnc.org |
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November 08, 2007: Stop the Invaders - OpEd
Invasive species that are spreading around the world at an accelerating rate. Read about Pennsylvania's plan for managing these invasive pests.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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October 10, 2007: Community Day Highlights New Forest Pools Preserve
The Nature Conservancy will formally unveil its newest Pennsylvania preserve—the Forest Pools Preserve at Kings Gap—at a special "Community Day" even on Oct. 14th, 2007.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 25, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Expands Forest Outreach Program
Forester to work with private landowners on forest restoration for wildlife and improve economic return from timber harvests
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 19, 2007: No Child Left Inside: City Kids Buck Nature Deficit Disorder
The Nature Conservancy’s Internship Program for City Youth gives urban youths the opportunity to connect to the natural world at various Conservancy preserves across the Northeast such as the Poconos, one of the state’s most biologically diverse natural areas.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 02, 2007: Media Advisory: The Nature Conservancy Pitches Challenge To Pirates Fans
The Pennsylvania Chapter of the Nature Conservancy will join the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 3 for the Pirates v. Brewers game to encourage baseball fans to tackle conservation challenges.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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June 22, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Celebrates 50 Years of Preservation at Tannersville Cranberry Bog
On June 23, the Tannersville Cranberry Bog celebrated its 50th anniversary as a nature preserve.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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June 19, 2007: Media Advisory: The Nature Conservancy Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Tannersville Cranberry Bog
The Nature Conservancy Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Tannersville Cranberry Bog Preserve.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 18, 2007: Nature Conservancy Talks Trees at Cook Forest Big Tree Extravaganza
Saturday, April 21 is the Cook Forest Big Tree Extravaganza that draws some of the state’s top forest ecologists, including The Nature Conservancy’s Dr. Scott Bearer, to view the tallest known Eastern hemlock in the Northeastern United States and to discuss the state of old-growth forests.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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March 09, 2007: Nature Conservancy Joins Orchid Show at Longwood Gardens, Highlights Native PA Orchids
Orchid lovers are heading to Longwood Gardens to view the world’s most spectacular orchids and learn about some of Pennsylvania’s more than 50 native species thanks to exhibitors like the Nature Conservancy.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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February 27, 2007: Kies Family Leaves Legacy of Conservation
Leaving a legacy: Bonnie and Joe Kies Acquisition Fund has dedicated $1.5 million for conservation in Pennsylvania and other natural areas.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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February 16, 2007: The Nature Conservancy Sells ‘Nature Estate’
The Nature Conservancy is selling a 3-bedroom home on six acres that abuts the Cherry Valley preserve. This property will create a buffer zone to an existing preserve that is home to endangered wildlife and critical habitat for migratory species.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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January 09, 2007: 134 acre Minsi Lake Corridor Acquisition Provides Buffer for Vernal Pool Preserve
Thanks to the State of Pennsylvania, local governments, conservationists, and The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania, additional acres in the Minsi Lake Corridor are protected, providing a further buffer for vernal pools.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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January 08, 2007: 70-acre Cumberland County Acquisition Safeguards Threatened Amphibians and Plants
Threatened amphibians and plants are further protected in Cumberland County thanks to local conservationists and a $3.5 million commitment from The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania.
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Patrick Von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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January 08, 2007: Conservation Easement Adds 222 acres of Old-Growth Forest to Woodbourne Forest and Wildlife Preserve
Through acquisition and conservation easements, The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania adds acres of forest to Woodbourne Forest and Wildlife Preserve.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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January 02, 2007: French Creek Acquisition Ensures Clean Water for Endangered Mussels
A newly acquired corridor along French Creek offers more protection for aquatic species including a number of rare mussels and freshwater fish.
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Patrick Von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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October 23, 2006: The Nature Conservancy co-sponsors David Sibley presentation
"The Life, Art and Birding of David Sibley" Exhibit is on display thru Dec. 30, 2006 at Ned Smith Center for Nature and Art.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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October 19, 2006: Forestry Profession Honors Jenkins at Pittsburgh Convention
The Society of American Foresters will recognize Dylan Jenkins of The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania for raising the bar on forest management in the region and for making a significant impact on how the Commonwealth and neighboring states protect our natural heritage.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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October 19, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Appoints Bill DeWalt to Board of Trustees
The Nature Conservancy recently appointed Billie (Bill) R. DeWalt, director of Carnegie Museum of Natural History, to the Board of Trustees of The Nature Conservancy’s Pennsylvania Chapter.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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September 25, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Moves Pa. Headquarters to Harrisburg
For half a century the world’s largest conservation organization has protected land in Pennsylvania. It now plans to leverage its local and international experience to work with state officials and local conservation groups to set a vision for the next 50 years in the Commonwealth.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
Email: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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September 21, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Encourages Hikers to Explore Local Treasure
The Nature Conservancy is hosting a guided nature walk at Moosic Mountain on Sunday, Oct. 1. The 1,200-acre nature preserve is open to the public for recreation such as hiking, bird watching and hunting. It is prime habitat for several species of butterflies and moths. Moosic Mountain also serves as a raptor migration corridor and hosts a globally rare natural community.
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Ellen Lott
570-643-7922 ext. 20
Patrick von Keyserling
717-232-6001 ext. 101
pvonkeyserling@tnc.org
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September 11, 2006: Nature Conservancy Dedicates Donald Hamer Pennsylvania Forest Conservation and Restoration Fund
The Nature Conservancy today honored one of its strongest Pennsylvania supporters for his commitment to conservation and his vision to restore and protect forests in the commonwealth and around the world.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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August 30, 2006: The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania Welcomes New Staff Members
The Nature Conservancy in Pennsylvania recently welcomed four new staff members to help the global nonprofit conservation organization in its work to save Pennsylvania’s threatened lands and waters and the plants, animals and natural communities that rely on these natural areas to survive.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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August 10, 2006: The Nature Conservancy Protects 70 acres in South Mountain Region
The Nature Conservancy announced plans to preserve 70 acres of woodlands in Cumberland County’s fast developing South Mountain area. It has an option to purchase property that includes several high-quality seasonal or vernal pools near Kings Gap and is working with local partners and donors to raise funds for acquisition and long-term stewardship of the land and public hiking trails
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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July 17, 2006: Natural Heritage Operations Merge to Protect Threatened Plants, Animals
After nine months of evaluation and strategic planning, The Nature Conservancy’s Pennsylvania Chapter and the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy agreed this week to unify their natural heritage operations under the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy.
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Patrick von Keyserling
Phone: 717-232-6001 ext. 101
E-mail: pvonkeyserling@tnc.org |
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April 26, 2006: Nature Conservancy Protects Nearly 80 Acres Adjacent to Tannersville Cranberry Bog
The Nature Conservancy announced Thursday that it has protected 78 acres near the southern boundary of its Tannersville Cranberry Bog in Monroe County. The Conservancy purchased 67 acres of the property from the estate of the late Margaret Bryson, a local elementary schoolteacher. Bryson also bequeathed 11 acres to the Conservancy.
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Dave Dadurka
Phone: (301) 897-8570
E-mail: ddadurka@tnc.org |
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February 16, 2006: The Nature Conservancy receives $2.5 million gift to protect Pennsylvania forests and parks.
Longtime Nature Conservancy member and supporter Don Hamer recently donated $2.5 million to protect lands, waters, and natural areas in Pennsylvania and around the world.
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Dave Dadurka
Phone: (301) 897-8570
E-mail: ddadurka@tnc.org |
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June 29, 2005: The Nature Conservancy’s Summer Exploration Events
The Nature Conservancy begins its Summer Exploration Series with several walks and programs to explore the Pocono’s special places.
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Patti O’Keefe
Phone: (570) 643-7922, ext.123
E-mail: pokeefe@tnc.org |
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June 29, 2005: The Nature Conservancy Appoints Bill Wycoff to Board of Trustees
The Nature Conservancy recently appointed Bill Wycoff, partner, and commercial and corporate litigation practice group chairman of Thorp Reed & Armstrong, LLP, to the Board of Trustees of The Nature Conservancy’s Pennsylvania Chapter.
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Steve Ertel
Phone: (610) 834-1323, ext.123
E-mail: sertel@tnc.org |
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May 26, 2005: The Nature Conservancy Names William Kunze Pennsylvania State Director
William Kunze has been named the new state director for The Nature Conservancy of Pennsylvania. A Keystone state native, Kunze is “coming home” after six years with the Federal Communications Commission.
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Steve Ertel
Phone: (610) 834-1323, ext.123
E-mail: sertel@tnc.org |
