Protecting the natural resources without thwarting the progress of economic growth and development is a persistent question in the world of conservation and resource management. One of the ways that…
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With the spring thaw upon us, it’s a good time to consider the benefits of proper stormwater management. Stormwater runoff is created when rain or snowmelt accumulates and runs across…
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If you are a homeowner or landowner planning to do certain construction projects in or around waterways or wetlands, you may be required, by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection…
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Since many Pike County stream and river shorelines are privately owned, streamside property owners play a key role in the health of these resources both now and in the future.…
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Granite counters, blue kitchen walls, hardwood floors and… compost filter sock? When planning to construct a new house, consideration of the earth disturbance and site work outside of the house…
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Stormwater runoff is the portion of rainfall or snowmelt that is not absorbed by the land’s surface or evaporated into the air. It runs over land to storm drains or…
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In more densely developed urban and metropolitan areas, household wastewater is commonly piped off-site to a centralized sewage treatment plant. The infrastructure required for centralized systems is often impractical and…
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Invasive non-native plants are a hot topic. Their proliferation causes serious impacts to our local flora, fauna and waterways. Pennsylvania flora includes 3,091 species of vascular plants – also known…
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Planning a project that affects a stream? Here’s a guide to help you find out what your next steps should be to ensure that your stream work is done in…
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The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lists sediment as the most common pollutant to rivers, streams, lakes and reservoirs. Sediment consists of loose sand, clay, silt and other soil particles…
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Wetlands… When people hear this word, many are inclined to think of wastelands that only breed mosquitoes. To the contrary, wetlands are important habitats and nurseries for thousands of species…
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