Love the environment, snow geese

Ten ways to show love for the environment

1. Swap out plastic items for eco-friendly alternatives like reusable bags, stainless steel water bottles, or glass food containers.

2. Recycle your electronics to conserve valuable resources and to prevent hazardous materials from ending up in landfills. Electronics Recycling Facility | Greater Lebanon RA, PA

3. Rethink your approach to landscaping. Instead of maintaining expansive lawns that require watering, chemical fertilizers, and frequent mowing, consider reducing lawn areas and replacing them with a diverse array of plants. Homegrown National Park

4. Plant native species that are suited to local climate and conditions. They require less water, fertilizer, and maintenance compared to non-native species, making them a resilient and sustainable choice for landscaping. Lebanon County Conservation District Tree & Plant Sale

5. Plant pollinator-friendly flowers to provide essential food sources for bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects. Pollinators such as bees, butterflies, birds, and bats play a vital role in pollinating flowering plants, including many crops that humans rely on for food.

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Have you seen the snow geese this year?

There are still snow geese to see at Middle Creek! Although the numbers decreased with the most recent snow days, warmer weather is expected in the next two weeks which could lead to more local waterfowl. An increased number of bald eagle sightings has also been reported! Visit the PA Game Commission website to find updates as well as tips for visiting.

The large shallow lake at Middle Creek provides a safe habitat for water fowl and the surrounding fields provide food for the birds as they migrate through the area. TLVC is proud to be part of the Middle Creek Initiative, supporting these crucial resting and feeding areas and sharing their importance with the community.

Middle Creek Snow Goose Migration video

includes visitor guideline and tips

view the live stream | snow goose & waterfowl migration update

2024 environmental scholarship

We are still accepting applications for the 2024 Richard H. and Karen R. Light Memorial Scholarship. The $2,500 scholarship will be awarded to a local student who plans to pursue a career in the environmental sciences. Eligible students include graduating high school seniors as well as students attending Lebanon Valley College or Harrisburg Area Community College. The deadline is March 18. (photo of 2023 winner, Hannah Horengic, LVC)

Save the date to golf with us!

Save the date for the Conservancy’s 2nd annual golf tournament on August 26, 2024. The event will take place at the beautiful, private, Audubon-certified course at Lebanon Country Club. It will run similar to last year, with registration starting at 10 am, lunch at 11 am, and a shotgun start at 12 pm. Spots are limited! Click here to view current info and to be added to our list -- we'll make sure you get the details! #GolfForeGood

We're grateful for the response of donations, memberships, volunteers and sponsors! Your support makes it possible for us to work with landowners to save their land from development and to give back to our community by developing parks and providing educational opportunities. Thank you! -Courtney

Thanks to our newest members and renewing members

for caring about our local environment!

Karen Feather | Larry Herr | Judy A. Schweingruber

Stony Creek Valley Coalition Inc.

Are you a member? Consider joining us and helping with our mission in the Lebanon Valley. Individual memberships are $100, business memberships start at $1,000, and student memberships are FREE! View our membership brochure

Courtney Reimann, Land Protection Director

News Links

• Shapiro Administration Awards $444,000 In Wild Resource Conservation Grants: PA DCNR

• Trees struggle to ‘breathe’ as climate warms, researchers find: Penn State

• Alliance Receives $1 Million to Fund Cost-effective Water Quality Improvements on Corporate Partners' Farms: Alliance for the Bay

Activities & Resources

• March 23, 10-1, Governor Dick Orienteering event: event by DVOA

• March 23: Making a Difference Community Cleanup Day

• April 8: 2024 Total Solar Eclipse in Pennsylvania: article from PA DCNR

• June 8: Tour de Lebanon Valley - early bird special until February 29!

• Leave No Trace 101 Course (a free introductory class): Leave No Trace

• Local group focused on the natural beauty & enjoyment of Governor Dick: Friends of Governor Dick

• Check the PA Environmental Council Bill Tracker for status on PA conservation efforts

• Enjoy the great outdoors! Info at Visit Lebanon Valley and follow our Facebook page for ideas/videos. Visit the park's website prior to venturing out for up-to-date visitor information/guidelines.

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The Lebanon Valley Conservancy works to protect the cultural, historical and environmental resources

of our region. We are committed to collaborating with our community to ensure equitable access

to all of these resources for the benefit of present and future generations.