Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania sets 2012 conference

powwow — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 17:07:41 +0000

Bluebird Conference
Penn Stater Hotel Conference Center
215 Innovation Boulevard State College, PA 16803
April 13 &14,2012

lf you enjoy songbirds and nature, you will want to attend the 14″‘Annual Bluebird Society of Pennsylvahia’s Conference on April 13th & 14th, 2012 at the Penn Stater Hotel, State College, PA. This event is open to the public and offers a variety of educational programs and activities.

On Friday evening, Ken Leister, State County Coordinator for BSP will host a social. Program topics include “Landscaping for Bluebirds”, “17 Ways to Inspire Others about Bluebird Conservation” and a Show and Tell Demonstration featuring the BEST nest box designs.The Saturday all -day conference event features three guest speakers. Warren Miller, President of the Honey Bee Association of Pennsylvania will share the exciting activity within a bee colony and reasons why these insects are so beneficial to mankind.Thomas Serfass, Professor of Wildlife Ecology Department of Biology and Natural Resources at Frostburg State University will present “Otters, the Present, Past, and Future” and how we can help these beautiful animals survive in Pennsylvania’s waterways. Scott Shalaway from West Virginia, a certified Wildlife Biologist, a Nature Journalist, Author, and Broadcaster hosts a nature-themed radio show in West Virginia and Pittsburgh Pa. Mr.Shalaway’s program is titled “The Whole Story” concerning the natural history of cavity- nesting songbirds. Learn the history and the secrets lives of cavity- nesting birds as they fight for survival in this ever -changing world.There will be vendors, including the Bluebird Society’s Store which will offer bluebird-related and other wildlife items for purchase and a live and silent auction.

The Conference Registration fee is $35 per person, which includes Continental Breakfast and Luncheon on Saturday.There is a $5 savings for registrations received by March 15,2012. The Bluebird Society of Pennsylvania is a non-profit, educational organization which serves a vital role in the protection and propagation of the Eastern bluebird. Our members monitor nesting boxes and conduct research related to bluebirds and other cavity-nesting species. Sharing information with the public regarding the importance of providing food sources, habitat, and
establishing bluebird trails is important in promoting nesting success. Full details about the BSP volunteer programs, general information about Bluebirds and registration form of the upcoming conference event are all available online at www thebsp.org.

PowWow – Winter 2012

powwow — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:41:19 +0000

Click below to view the winter 2012 edition of PowWow – the newsletter of POWA.

PowWow Winter 2012

Click HERE to download a registration form for the spring conference in Pottsville, PA.

Governor Names Hunting, Fishing and Conservation Advisory Council

powwow — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 19:45:13 +0000

Governor Tom Corbett in February issued an executive order creating the Governor’s Advisory Council for Hunting, Fishing and Conservation to help ensure the concerns of hunters, anglers and others are heard at the highest levels of state government.

“Pennsylvania’s rich outdoor heritage, including activities such as hunting, fishing, trapping, birding, wildlife viewing, boating and hiking, are enjoyed by more than 5.9 million Pennsylvania residents and visitors each year,” Governor Corbett said. “These outdoor recreational activities annually generate more than $5.4 billion for Pennsylvania’s economy, which makes this council’s input very critical.” The order consolidates several previous advisory councils into a single entity. The new council consists of individuals concerned with the recreational use and conservation of Pennsylvania’s natural resources, including hunters, trappers, anglers and other conservationists. Council members will:

Review and make written recommendations to the governor regarding any issue appropriate for governmental action that might affect the recreational use and conservation of the state’s wildlife and other natural resources.
Review and make written recommendations regarding policies adopted or regulations issued by the Fish and Boat Commission, the Game Commission, the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources or the Department of Environmental Protection, that might affect the recreational uses of the state’s natural resources.
Review and make written recommendations regarding pending legislation and proposed regulations impacting natural resources.

The panel includes a diverse representation of stakeholders, including four members between the ages of 14 and 18. It does not include any elected statewide officials, legislators or employees of the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Department of Environmental Protection, the Fish and Boat Commission or the Game Commission. Governor Corbett also appointed Justin N. Leventry as his liaison to the council. Leventry, a legislative specialist with the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, is an avid outdoorsman who lives in Mechanicsburg, Cumberland County.

The council will be chaired by Richard Mislitsky of Mt. Holly Springs, Cumberland County.
Members appointed by the governor are: