WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of the Army (the agencies) announced a final rule amending the 2023 definition of “waters of the United States” to conform with the recent Supreme Court decision in Sackett v. EPA. The agencies are committed to following the law and implementing the Clean Water Act…
The Susquehanna River Basin Commission (SRBC) is pleased to announce the launch of a new grant program to support local organizations dedicated to the health and wellness of our Basin’s waterways. The Stream & Watershed Enhancement Grant program will provide funding for community-based environmental and water resources projects or events that improve, restore or protect our local watersheds.…
On August 6, the Wildlife Leadership Academy and the Pennsylvania Fly Fishing Association announced the creation of the Youth Fly Fishing Educational Training Program for 2024 called Stepping Stones. “WLA is pleased to join with the PFFA in presenting to our alumni and new students this weekend an opportunity to experience the world of fly fishing including technique, stream…
HARRISBURG, Pa. (August 2) – The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) today issued a strong advisory to encourage anglers who catch invasive Northern Snakeheads in the lower Susquehanna River, and elsewhere in the Commonwealth, to report and dispose of any fish caught. This advisory follows multiple Northern Snakehead captures in Conowingo Reservoir by anglers…