MAY 2020
STREAMLINES:
News and events from BWA
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Virtual hike: Inspiring hike to Targa Falls
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When everything is out of kilter — hugs and handshakes are out, masks and distancing are in — time in the woods can heal you.
Brodhead Watershed Association offers an armchair adventure to Targa Falls via video (see below for links). Then, armed with trail information and a yen to get outdoors, hike to the falls yourself, remembering to keep at least 6 feet away from other hikers.
The hike to Targa Falls starts at the quiet cul-de-sac where Browns Hill Preserve begins. This hike is an out-and-back of about 3 miles, which includes rocky, steep terrain that may be wet.
• For the virtual hike, go to BWA’s YouTube channel at
youtu.be/628znKweFaw
. Thanks to Tom Gregory of Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau for the videography.
• Go to the
Get Outdoors Poconos page
for information on Targa Falls as well as other hikes in the Get Outdoors Poconos series. The series is administered by Brodhead Watershed Association and supported by a grant from the William Penn Foundation.
- PRAISE FOR GET OUTDOORS POCONOS
“Laughsalot” sent us the following comment:
Carol Hillestad, thank you so much for blazing trails for us. I find you, your articles and videos to be such delightful resources before going out to hike a trail for the first time. The more I know ahead of time, the more confident I am to explore! :-)
Thank you, Laughsalot! That’s exactly what we love to hear, and we hope more people try the trails.
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Not even COVID-19 can stop artists dedicated to helping BWA’s
Greening Mountainhome
project. Volunteers at home have been painting rain barrels, which will be installed in June at sponsoring businesses along Route 390 in Mountainhome.
Sponsors include:
Fisher & Fisher Law Offices; Joseph Dilger, DDS; ESSA Bank & Trust; NBT Bank; Blake Martin Financial; Donaghy Insurance; Steele’s Hardware; Capri Pizza; Mick Motors; Woodfield Manor; Frogtown Chophouse; Buck Hill Falls Company; PourHouse; Basso; Rotary of the Pocono Mountains; Barrett Township Historical Society; Hilfiger Restoration; Callie’s Candy Kitchen; Daily Bread; Barn Door Antiques; Mickey Miller; Peter Maier; Natalie Berdoe; and Grant and Madison Hilfiger.
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While the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on calendars
, BWA is busy planning webinars and hoping to have in-person events later in the year. Any event will follow CDC and state guidelines in effect at the time for social distancing. Save these dates and check back for updates on our
events page
and monthly e-newsletters.
- July 25: Webinar: Rain Barrels and How to Install Them. This is part of the Greening Mountainhome project. Details to come. Click here for more about the ongoing project.
- Aug. 2: Ramble at Skytop. Our Activities Committee is planning an exploration of the grounds at beautiful Skytop Lodge.
- Sept. 12: Native Plant Sale, to feature fall perennials. Details to come.
The Delaware Sojourn has been postponed until next year, June 19-26, 2021, with a “Focus on Fish” theme.
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BWA’s environmental friends invite you to learn more at these webinars:
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HOMEOWNER’S GUIDE TO STORMWATER
This Penn State Extension at Home live webinar will discuss why stormwater runoff is a problem, and will show proven practices you can use on your property to minimize it. Topics will include: rain gardens, tree plantings, native meadows, sustainable lawn care.
When:
Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 20
Registration:
Deadline to register is Tuesday, May 19. The link to access the webinar is provided in a confirmation email upon completion of registration. To register,
click here
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BACKYARD STREAM REPAIR
Is the stream on your property a healthy stream? Attend this Penn State Extension at Home live webinar and learn how to maintain your backyard stream. Learn how to assess your stream’s health and how to make your own repairs to the stream using plants that will slow erosion and reduce property damage.
When:
Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 27
Registration:
Deadline is Tuesday, May 26. The link to access the webinar is provided in a confirmation email upon completion of registration. To register,
click here
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WATER MONITORING
The Our Pocono Waters campaign will host a Zoom webinar on water monitoring. BWA’s own board member Marilyn Detrick will speak about the Streamwatch program.
When:
1 p.m. Wednesday, May 27
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FUNDAMENTALS OF DRINKING WATER FOR WATERSHED ORGANIZATIONS
This Pennsylvania Organization for Watersheds & Rivers (POWR) webinar will present the fundamentals of drinking water protection and management from source to tap for both private and public drinking water sources in Pennsylvania. Attendees will learn what role they can play in helping to ensure safe drinking water and protect local drinking water sources.
When:
Noon to 1 p.m. Friday, June 5
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DELAWARE RIVER WATERSHED FORUM
Join conservation leaders from across the Mid-Atlantic region during this four-day online forum hosted by the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed. Each day will include sessions with engaging speakers, facilitated discussions, and workshops.
When:
Monday through Thursday, Sept. 14-17
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Our newest members in April and May are:
Brenda Butz of East Stroudsburg; Jillian DePete-McMahon of Stroudsburg; Eric & Eileen Helin of Milford; Lou & Pat Powlette of Stroudsburg; Julie Wynne of Canadensis
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FROM MICHELLE RILEY, development associate
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Perennially helpful members
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As I explored a small stream with my children recently, watching the water running under an old farm dam, I found myself explaining to them how the water always finds its way. And we will, too, through these challenging times.
Among our blessings: clean and abundant water in the Brodhead watershed.
Among BWA’s blessings: members, supporters and friends like you!
On Giving Tuesday Now, May 5, we were able to grow our Perennial Club and meet our goal: to encourage five new or current members to join the club. Perennial Club members contribute to BWA with automatic monthly donations – an easier way to defend water quality in the Poconos, with no checks to write annually and a more efficient use of budgeting.
Thank you for taking action and protecting water for yourselves, your families, and millions more downstream!
If you’re interested in joining the Perennial Club,
click here
for information.
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