Pennsylvania State Parks Opening More Campsites to Pets in 2022
Yes to cats, dogs, turtles, birds and other domestic pets. No to farm animals.
Recreation
Starting Seeds Indoors Now for Your Dream Garden is Easy and Cheap
You don't need a green thumb to start seeds. Just follow these tips to get the special varieties of veggies and flowers you can only get from seed.
Dancing Down the Slopes to the Beat of His Own Drummer
This great-grandfather is keeping the lost art of ski ballet alive. And having a really good time doing it.
New River Gorge Rock Climbers Grapple With Racist Route Names
Develop a climbing route and it's yours to name. But many have names that are offensive to people of color, women, LGBTQ people and others.
In a Noisy World, Our Brains Still Need the Sounds of Nature
Next time you’re outside, turn off your car, stop talking and listen. What you hear might just be good for you.
Lead in Game Meat a Health Risk for Hunting Families and Food Bank Recipients
Pennsylvania hunters donated 160,000 pounds of game meat to food banks last year. Lead ammo can contaminate meat with dangerous levels of toxic lead.
Lyme Disease Risk is High in City Parks, Too
A researcher found ticks with the bacteria that causes Lyme disease in Pittsburgh's parks. He says there's a risk of getting the disease at any urban or suburban park in the region.
New Strategy for the Ohio River Aims for Clean Water, New Jobs and More Fun
The sweeping new plan calls for a restored ecosystem, better flood protection and more nature-based recreation in the 15-state watershed.
Outdoor Afro Celebrates Freedom in Nature
The group's founder says Outdoor Afro "really doubles down on the Black joy and the ability to get out and be free."
Plan to ‘Reimagine Appalachia’ Touts Jobs, Justice and Sustainability for the Ohio Valley
A coalition wants a new vision built on natural resources and well-paying jobs, while addressing climate change and racial injustice.
