Please join PEC on April 30, 2024 at 5:00 PM at the Harrisburg Hilton for an evening honoring the 2024 Governor's Awardees for Environmental Excellence. View the the Flier for more details and to register to attend.
Join the Swatara Watershed Association and Cocoa Kayak Rentals of Hershey for the 34th Swatara Sojourn. This guided paddle will cover 15 miles at the southern end of the Swatara Creek, beginning near Hershey and finishing with a stunning view of the confluence with the Susquehanna River in Middletown. This paddle is perfect if you are a beginner paddler, new to the Swatara Creek or have been paddling your entire life. Although this part of the creek passes through a […]
The 2024 (20th Annual) Allegheny Reservoir Clean-up will take place on Saturday, May 11, 2024. Deadline to register is Thursday, May 2nd. We'll meet at the Highbanks Campground (same as last year) at 8 a.m. where everyone will sign-in and be given supplies (trash bags and gloves) prior to being taken to a designated spot. If you're interested in participating in one of the premier community conservation events in the area, first visit the FAQ page, and then head over […]
Volunteer and join CCWPA in their 25th "adopt-a-highway" trash pickup. This event will be held on May 11, 2024 from 9 am to 12 pm. Volunteers will meet at Flemish Down 1231 Clarks Valley Road, Dauphin, PA 17018. Gloves, tools, and trash bags will be provided. Once the event is done there will be a pizza party to thank volunteers at noon. Please use the Contact Form on CCWPA's website to let them know if you want to help out: […]
Join Three Rivers Waterkeeper for an in-person training session while kayaking or on our Waterkeeper boat where we go over what pollution to look for and how to report pollution while you're out by or on the water! For our training sessions, all equipment such as kayaks and life jackets will be provided. 3 Rivers Watch is a network of volunteers who are active river users or river watchers, from individuals to groups, who have a vested interest in clean […]
First Waves empowers underserved youth with skills and opportunities to improve their lives and create lasting impacts on waterways throughout Pennsylvania. The program achieves these goals through transformative workshops that promote healthy lifestyles, watershed conservation, education in the art of filmmaking, and diversity in outdoor recreation. Students of First Waves learn to recreate safely in local waterways and become active conservationists by planting trees, removing litter, and sampling water quality. Furthermore, an education in filmmaking and digital media provides an […]
Who’s ready for the ultimate sampling of the Susquehanna? The 2024 Susquehanna Sojourn Series has you covered! The managers of the Susquehanna River Water Trail are banding together to provide single day paddles that give you a taste of each unique section: the West Branch, North Branch, Middle Section, and Lower Section. Sign up for one, several, or try them all! The Susquehanna Sojourn Series is presented as a celebration of the Susquehanna River Water Trail in honor of its […]
The 28th Annual Lehigh River Sojourn is Wildlands Conservancy's guided paddling trip through the Lehigh River Watershed. The event begins in the Pocono Mountains and ends in Easton. Sojourners travel through our region's metro- wilderness- treasuring scenic views, visits from resident wildlife and a shared appreciation for preserving the Lehigh River.
Join Three Rivers Waterkeeper for an in-person training session while kayaking or on our Waterkeeper boat where we go over what pollution to look for and how to report pollution while you're out by or on the water! For our training sessions, all equipment such as kayaks and life jackets will be provided. 3 Rivers Watch is a network of volunteers who are active river users or river watchers, from individuals to groups, who have a vested interest in clean […]
Join the us in a Celebration of Pride Month, the Lancaster Conservancy’ Water Week 2024, and Our River as we return with our 2nd Pride on the Conestoga kayaking sojourn. Last years event was an even bigger success than we imagined and were hoping you will join us in a truly unique celebration of Community and the world we live in. If you’ve never kayaked before, this is the perfect trip for your first experience as we match folks up […]
BIPOC PADDLE Do you identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Person of Color)? Are you interested in beginner-friendly guided kayak trips and spending time in nature? Join other BIPOC individuals on one or all of the paddles in this series. We hope you’ll experience a sense of connection with nature among fellow BIPOC outdoor enthusiasts as we kayak along the beautiful Allegheny River. Meet at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg, where we’ll introduce ourselves and cover the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is […]
**Date: Friday, June 14, 2024** 11:00 AM Optional morning activities begin around 8:00 AM. **Location: Tissue Farm, Confluence, PA** Join Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network in the revitalized town of Confluence, PA, where the Youghiogheny River, Casselman River and Laurel Hill Creek meet, for a day brimming with adventure, community spirit, and a shared commitment to our precious waterways. The Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network is thrilled to host this Spring Confluence, an event that promises to blend outdoor fun with meaningful […]
We would love to help promote other Pennsylvania water related events on our calendar. If your organization has an event to include, submit it for approval so we can help get the word out.
