This retrospective Tap Talk will begin at Jasper Park where Neil Moser and John Fegely from the Upper Milford Historical Society will introduce us to a history of the Lenape people who inhabited this area for ten of thousands of years prior to the arrival of Europeans. We will tour the jasper pits and learn more about this highly valued mineral and its important role to indigenous people’s trade, not only in the local area, but across the country! Then […]

POWR is pleased to support and promote the Friends of the Riverfront's Lock Through Paddles. Friends of the Riverfront and Three Rivers Outdoor Company are teaming up to provide 4 different lock through classes for paddlers in Allegheny County. This will allow paddlers a safe and welcoming opportunity to learn more about navigating longer distances by water through accessing lock-through points with confidence! Locks and dams can be intimidating, and even experienced paddlers may not feel confident or knowledgeable about […]

You're invited to attend a free webinar presentation being hosted by the Pennsylvania iMapInvasives Program on Tuesday, September 12 from 10:00am-11:00am titled "Preserving & Restoring a Floodplain Forest in the Face of Invasive Knotweed". Webinar Overview Join the Allegheny Land Trust's Vice President of Stewardship, Caitlin Seiler, who will share the Trust's experience managing invasive Japanese knotweed (Reynoutria japonica) at the Sycamore Island Conservation Area near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Learn about the unique island and the different knotweed species invading the site. The Trust has utilized a […]

You are invited to join members of the Middle Spring Watershed Association this Friday from 6-8 PM at the SHAPE Gallery for the opening night of Listening to Water. Prof. Steve Dolbin will be speaking at 7pm. Steve is is a well known artist and one of the original founding members of our organization. The gallery is located at 19 E King St, Shippensburg, PA 17257

POWR is pleased to support and promote the Summer and Fall Heritage Benefit Paddles hosted by the Endless Mountains Heritage Region. The Endless Mountains Heritage Region (EMHR) along with Susquehanna Kayak and Canoe Rentals and Endless Mountain Outfitters (EMO) are teaming up once again for a pair of Heritage Benefit Paddles this summer and fall. Whether you’re an experienced paddler or just a novice, these paddles are for you! Register online at www.emheritage.org/events to join in on the fun! Paddlers […]

Join members of the Clarks Creek Watershed Preservation Association on October 7 from 9 till noon, with pizza party afterwards for the 24th Annual Adapt-a-highway Clean-up event. Volunteers will meet at Flemish Down, 1231 Clarks Valley Road, at 9 am, for orientation and distribution of gloves, masks, trash bags, recording clipboards and more. Use the CONTACT FORM (button below) to let them know you're interested in helping out, or send us an e-mail. michaelblum71@gmail.com In case of inclement weather, they […]

Join your community on Sunday, October 8 at 2:00 PM at the Degenstein Campus Center for the Wild and Scenic Film Festival and Panel discussion. This free event is hosted by SU's Freshwater Research Institute, Lore Degenstein Gallery, and the Chesapeake Conservancy. Come be inspired by amazing films that focus on our connection to streams and rivers from personal, community, and ecological perspectives; as well as impairment and efforts for recovery. Following the films there will be an interdisciplinary panel […]

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Audubon Society of Western Pennsylvania is hosting this one day event for conservation and restoration partners in the region. What: A 1-day summit focused on local challenges & shared solutions to improve water quality, communities, and habitat When: December 7, 9 am – 4 pm Where: Buffalo Creek Nature Park, 154 Monroe Rd. Sarver 16055 Registration Fee: Two discounted options thanks to the generous support of our funders - In person: $20 includes program, breakfast, & lunch - Online attendance: free […]

Join POWR and your watershed colleagues to learn about the role and importance of Pennsylvania's forest and wood products industry in implementing sustainable forest management practices to maintain healthy watersheds and ecosystems. Working forests are an important part of Pennsylvania's diverse economy, and with nearly 17 million acres of public and private forestlands, efforts to manage for a continuous supply of wood while also ensuring clean air and water, high quality wildlife habitat, and increased carbon storage are critical. Regardless […]

Pop into the Zoom meeting room to ask an organizational development question, get feedback on a project idea or grant proposal, share an experience or resource POWR should know about, get feedback on your website or community outreach efforts, or chat about a leadership challenge or opportunity. You do not have to email in advance, but you are welcome to do so if you wish. Be sure to save the ZOOM LINK in your calendar to join the recurring meeting. […]

Virtual via Zoom Creating Stronger Connections: A Communication Best Practices Workshop will be an interactive session on the art of crafting purposeful communication objectives and building lasting stakeholder relationships. Explore best practices for media relations, event communication, and execution. Learn how to tailor environmental messages to resonate with diverse audiences. Engage in a Q&A session with the presenter, and depart with a set of informational toolkits, courtesy of Green Fin Studio, empowering you to host impactful and engaging events!