Fly Fishing is Big in Central PA. Can We Keep it That Way?
Central Pennsylvania is still one of the best fly-fishing spots to catch wild trout. Conservationists are working to make sure pollution and runoff from agriculture don't change that.
Recreation
Work to begin in Rothrock State Forest on new trails in central PA, thanks to local efforts
Work on a new 7.5-mile trail in the Musser Gap area of Rothrock State Forest is part of 53 miles of trails planned for Centre and Huntingdon counties.
A roadmap for growing Pennsylvania’s outdoor recreation economy
DCNR's plan aims to have outdoor recreation in Pennsylvania create jobs and economic opportunity, and provide pathways to enjoy the outdoors.
Meet the nominees for Pennsylvania’s 2024 River of the Year
Two rivers in western Pennsylvania, and one in the northeastern part of the state are vying for the title and a $10,000 grant.
Pa. Outdoor Corps seeking young adults crew members
Pa. Outdoor Corps is now hiring young adults – ages 18 to 25 – across the state for construction projects, trail maintenance and other outdoor jobs on public land.
New Purple Lizard map highlights outdoor trails and recreation across Pa.
A new map from a State College-based company features state parks, forests, rail trails and whitewater destinations across Pennsylvania.
Neighbors are fighting a proposed campsite in Big Elk Creek State Park
Residents worry about noise, lights, traffic and air pollution from campfires. DCNR said the proposal meets the demand for more camping in the state.
DCNR wants you to pick Pennsylvania’s River of the Year
The Allegheny, Lackawaxen and Youghiogheny are up for River of the Year. The group that nominated the winning river will get $10,000 for a river project.
Pennsylvania is investing millions to ensure people of all backgrounds, abilities have access to public lands
Pennsylvania agencies have made headway in expanding access to public lands, but not everyone feels safe or welcome at parks and forests.
Couple visits all 124 of Pennsylvania’s state parks in just over a year
Marissa Klinger and Kenny Marlow visited parks on the weekends and during vacations, sometimes hitting more than one park or state forest in a trip.
