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Citizen Science Leads Group to Conservation Achievements / Public News Service

One hundred years ago today, the Izaak Walton League of America was founded in Chicago, with a mission of local stewardship of wild places, citizen science and celebrating outdoor traditions, and for the future, its leaders are spotlighting the value of community-led conservation. Scott Kovarovics, executive director of the League, said from conserving land and restoring wildlife to reducing water pollution, achievements have been driven by grassroots engagement. He pointed out it includes hunters and anglers who want to conserve wildlife, and protesters who demanded cleaner air and water in the 1960s and 70s. .

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AZ Groups Outline Environmental Goals for 2022 Legislature

An alliance of environmental groups and lawmakers has released an ambitious, wide-ranging set of goals for the 2022 Arizona Legislature. The coalition of 31 conservation groups and 13 elected officials is backing myriad causes they want legislators and the governor to consider over the next five months. Rep. .

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PA Parks Make Switch to Paper Compostables at Concession Stands / Public News Service

Pennsylvania state parks are making a move to go plastic-free and reduce waste, starting with their concession stands, to help meet the Commonwealth s sustainability goals. By the end of this year, more than 15 state park food concessionaires will have updated contracts, including eliminating plastic straws, cutlery and food packaging. The renewed agreements also require vendors to convert to using compostable or paper-based products when a park offers on-site composting. .

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Beltzville, Lackawanna, Nescopeck parks offering guided First Day Hikes

The DCNR will lead guided hikes in some northeast Pa. state parks on New Year’s Day as part of the national “First Day Hike” effort.

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Wanted: People who want to help state parks, forests – Times News Online

Wanted: People who want to help state parks, forests – Times News Online
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