Tag: River of the Year

Conestoga River Named Pennsylvania’s 2026 River of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEThursday, January 29, 2026MEDIA CONTACT:Wesley Robinson, [email protected], 717-877-6315 The Conestoga flows for more than 61 miles, from its headwaters in Berks County down to the Susquehanna River below the Safe Harbor Dam — threading past historic covered bridges, working farms, and small towns. The scenic waterway is a popular recreation destination, including activities such as canoeing, kayaking, tubing, and fishing. A celebration will take place in June and include a River of the Year paddle. Harrisburg, PA –

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January 29, 2026 No Comments

Voting Begins for Pennsylvania’s 2026 River of the Year

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, December 9, 2025 MEDIA CONTACTS: Wesley Robinson, DCNR, [email protected], 717-877-6315   Janet Sweeney, POWR, 570-718-6507 Voting Begins for Pennsylvania’s 2026 River of the Year Vote now through January 16, 2026, to choose Pennsylvania’s next top river. The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) manages Pennsylvania’s 124 state parks and 2.2 million acres of state forestlands, all of which are free to the public. Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) is

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December 12, 2025 No Comments

2026 “River of the Year” Nominations Open

Dallas – Pennsylvania organizations are invited to nominate waterways for the 2026 Pennsylvania River of the Year. The nomination period is open through November 21, 2025, until 5pm. Selected nominations will be voted on by the public beginning in late November. “POWR is thrilled to announce the opening of the nomination period for the 2026 Pennsylvania River of the Year! This highly anticipated program shines a spotlight on the Commonwealth’s treasured waterways,” said POWR representative Janet Sweeney. “We look forward

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October 6, 2025 No Comments

Voting to Begin for Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year

Harrisburg, PA – Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn today invited the public to vote for Pennsylvania’s 2025 River of the Year. Online voting is open now through January 24, 2025, allowing Pennsylvanians to choose from three nominated waterways: the Delaware River, Youghiogheny River, and Perkiomen Creek. “These three rivers are remarkable examples of Pennsylvania’s rich natural heritage,” said Secretary Dunn. “This competition not only highlights their unique qualities but also builds community pride and

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December 9, 2024 No Comments

Celebrate Clean Water

3rwk.org/water Join Three Rivers Waterkeeper at Pittsburgh Brewing Company celebrating our progress made towards clean water with conversations on where we still need to go. 18+ Event When: November 2nd, 5:00-9:00 pm Where: Pittsburgh Brewing Company 150 Ferry Street • Creighton, PA, 15030 Wheelchair accessible Tickets include: Dinner catered by Mission BBQ w/ vegetarian options Open Bar (for 21+) Commemorative Glassware Entry to a door prize A tour of Pittsburgh Brewing Company An Allegheny River of the Year poster We

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October 21, 2024 No Comments

2024 Allegheny River of the Year Event – Pride Paddle

Pride Paddle Are you a member of the LGBTQIA+ Community looking to meet others and spend time outside celebrating queer joy? Meet at Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg where we’ll introduce ourselves and run through the basics of kayaking. Once everyone is equipped with a boat, paddle, and life jacket we’ll paddle out to explore the Allegheny River together on this relaxed paced paddle. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time to ensure that the trip gets underway on time. Dress

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July 1, 2024 No Comments

2024 Allegheny River of the Year Event – Pittsburgh Sports Paddle

Beginner River Paddle Have you attended one of our Beginner Paddles at North Park or already spent a lot of time paddling around the lake? Ready to test out kayaking on the river? Launching from Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg, we’ll take in the sights and sounds of the Allegheny as we head down the river and back. We’ll cover the basics of kayaking while also explaining how to safely navigate rivers while in a kayak. Funded in part by WeConservePA and

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July 1, 2024 No Comments

2024 Allegheny River of the Year Event – Beginner River Paddle

Beginner River Paddle Have you attended one of our Beginner Paddles at North Park or already spent a lot of time paddling around the lake? Ready to test out kayaking on the river? Launching from Kayak Pittsburgh Sharpsburg, we’ll take in the sights and sounds of the Allegheny as we head down the river and back. We’ll cover the basics of kayaking while also explaining how to safely navigate rivers while in a kayak. Funded in part by WeConservePA and

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July 1, 2024 No Comments

2024 Allegheny River of the Year Event – Everybody Outdoors Series River Paddle

EveryBody Outdoors Series: You Belong Here People of every size, shape, and weight deserve the chance to experience the amazing benefits of time spent outdoors with others. Venture Outdoors welcomes active folks in larger bodies to get outside this year through its series of size-friendly outings, at a pace that is safe and comfortable for each person. Each trip listing will give you the information you need to decide if the outing is right for you: active time and pace,

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July 1, 2024 No Comments

2024 Allegheny River of the Year Event – BIPOC Paddle

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

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July 1, 2024 No Comments

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