Join us at one of the upcoming June programs hosted at PPL's Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center near Hawley.
Visit our PPL preserves blog at http://pplpreserves.wordpress.com/ or join us on Twitter www.twitter.com/pplpreserves to see what's going on at the lake. Several ospreys were seen circling above the center this morning and are visible on the nesting platform by the dam, so swing by the center for some aerial entertainment and great photo opportunities. Stop in and let us know what you observe. The Wallenpaupack Lake Trail and Creek Trails are accessible from the parking lot, too so come take a stroll along the shoreline.
Hope to see you soon!
Mushroom Identification Primer Tuesday, June 7 7 – 8:30 p.m. Presenters: Local herbalist, Nathaniel Whitmore and Delaware Highlands Mushroom Society members PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center
The woods are alive with a variety of living things at this time of year. Join Nathaniel Whitmore and the Delaware Highlands Mushroom Society as they prepare you for the start of mushroom season in northeastern Pennsylvania. With the help of slides and a video, you’ll get some basic mushroom identification tips, how to avoid toxic species, collection strategies and membership information about the newly formed society. This program focuses on early summer mushroom species so you'll be ready to test your knowledge as you venture out in search of fungi.
Basic Boating Safety Course Saturday, June 11 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Presenters: Bob Plumb, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, and Meg Welker, PPL PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center
Get an early jump on the boating season by taking a safe boating course. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission’s eight-hour boating safety class gives boaters practical information so they can make more informed decisions on the water. Topics include boat terminology, legal requirements, water activities, and safety and rescue. Students who pass the exam at the end of the daylong course can apply for their boating safety education certificate from the commission. Please bring your own lunch and snacks for the day. A $10 certificate fee is payable after class. Must be 12 or older. Registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-253-7076 or mewelker@pplweb.com.
The Lackawaxen River Conservancy presents: Mr. Barry Lewis, Executive Director, GreenTreks/Stormwater PA Wednesday, June 15 7- 8:30 p.m. PPL Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center
Guest speaker Barry Lewis will talk about some of the latest philosophies and techniques that are being used across Pennsylvania to meet growing concerns about flooding, water quality, and community health—in an environmentally and financially responsible way. Residents located in the Lackawaxen River Watershed will learn about resources that are available to us and be inspired by the success stories from other watersheds. The program is free and refreshments will be served.
Meg Welker Supervisor-Public Programs PPL Corporation 570-253-7076 mewelker@pplweb.com
