Outdoor Afro Celebrates Freedom in Nature Kara HolsoppleAugust 21, 2020 The group's founder says Outdoor Afro "really doubles down on the Black joy and the ability to get out and be free." ConservationCultureRecreationWild PennsylvaniaYour Environment Update
Plan to ‘Reimagine Appalachia’ Touts Jobs, Justice and Sustainability for the Ohio Valley Brittany PattersonJuly 29, 2020 A coalition wants a new vision built on natural resources and well-paying jobs, while addressing climate change and racial injustice. Climate ChangeCultureEconomyRecreation
Coal Towns Were Counting on Recreation for New Jobs. Then Coronavirus Hit. Brittany PattersonJuly 2, 2020 Communities that invested in outdoor recreation and tourism as coal faded are hopeful that they'll make it through the pandemic. CoronavirusEconomyRecreation
International Mud Day: A Messy Celebration of the Earth Andy KubisJuly 2, 2020 Mud can make you happy and healthy. So what are you waiting for? Go play in it. CultureRecreation
Annual Sojourn Promotes River Recreation and Education Andy KubisJuly 2, 2020 From Johnstown to Apollo, the kayak trip floated through deep gorges, Class II rapids and historic towns. ConservationRecreationWaterWild PennsylvaniaYour Environment Update
Moraine State Park’s History Goes Way Back Kara HolsoppleJuly 2, 2020 You have to go back in geologic time to talk about the history of one of Pennsylvania’s biggest state parks. HistoryRecreationYour Environment Update
Why the Lower Youghiogheny River Landed on Most Endangered Rivers List Kara HolsoppleJune 12, 2020 River recreation and the GAP trail make the Lower Yough a popular destination. American Rivers put the river on the list because of gas development. RecreationWaterWild PennsylvaniaYour Environment Update
Racist birding incident sparks joyful online event #BlackBirdersWeek Julie GrantJune 5, 2020 Black birders celebrate their passion and share their experiences. “I haven't had something in my life that has been so fulfilling, and that I can put so much of my energy into and get so much joy out of it." Environmental JusticeRecreationWild Pennsylvania
State Campgrounds Are Open in Yellow Phase Counties, But It’s Not Risk-Free Andy KubisMay 21, 2020 Camping is a great way to get out of the house, but you have to take precautions. Find out what's open at state parks. CoronavirusRecreationWild Pennsylvania
Environmental Film Festival Now Showing in Your Living Room Andy KubisApril 10, 2020 The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour is canceled. But you can still watch many of the films online. See a list of our favorites. CoronavirusCultureRecreationWild Pennsylvania
