From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): We live in a world of incredible material abundance, but we’re running short on nature. The Shenandoah Mountain area is one of the last undeveloped stretches of public land east of the Mississippi River and boasts some … Continued
From 350.org (https://350.org/): At the beginning of his presidency, President Biden issued an executive order banning new oil and gas leasing. But now, he’s turning back on that by giving yet another handout to the fossil fuel industry. With families … Continued
From Creation Justice Ministries (http://www.creationjustice.org/): The goal of protecting and preserving 30 percent of public lands and waters by the year 2030 (“30×30”) is an important goal that we cannot miss. The climate crisis is ever worsening and we do … Continued
From the Trust for Public Land (https://www.tpl.org/): The Trust for Public Land has been working around the clock to pass the Parks, Jobs, and Equity Act, which was introduced in the House of Representatives to provide $500 million in much-needed … Continued
From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): As early as this week, the U.S. House of Representatives will be voting on a bill that will help preserve Pennsylvania’s greatest outdoor places as well as our great national parks, wildlife refuges, and more. The Great … Continued
From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): Have you ever enjoyed an afternoon in a national park, state park or even neighborhood park? Of course you have — but our parks are being undervalued in Congress, and they aren’t getting the funding they deserve. … Continued
From PennEnvironment (http://www.pennenvironment.org): As early as next week, the U.S. Senate will vote on a bill that would fully and permanently fund our country’s greatest conservation and recreation program. This would reverse the Trump administration’s recent budget proposal to wipe … Continued
From Creation Justice Ministries (http://www.creationjustice.org/): Each week during the Season of Creation, we are focusing on one part of our shared ministry for God’s Creation. This week, we focus on our public lands. Our public lands can provide a sanctuary … Continued
Posted at https://www.publicnewsservice.org/2019-02-21/public-lands-wilderness/conservation-fund-moving-toward-permanent-reauthorization/a65609-1 February 21, 2019 – Andrea Sears, Public News Service (PA) Play Audio in Browser Window Pennsylvania sites such as Valley Forge and the Flight 93 Memorial have benefited from LWCF funding. (Jade0626/Pixabay) HARRISBURG, Pa. – A package … Continued
From the League of Conservation Voters (https://www.lcv.org/): From campgrounds to National Parks to local sports fields, the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) has helped states across the country protect important land, water, and recreation areas for all. LWCF is … Continued