The 34th Annual Evening for Northeast Pennsylvania’s Environment, hosted by PEC, was held Oct. 17 at the Woodlands Inn and Resort. This post is part of a series celebrating the six local initiatives and two individuals recognized for their contributions to environmental protection and restoration in the region.
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The Pennsylvania Master Watershed Steward Program encompasses nearly 1,000 stewards across 42 counties volunteering their time to make a positive impact in their watersheds. Operated under Penn State Extension, the program equips stewards with knowledge about a range of watershed science and management practices, as well as how to educate the public.
The Lackawanna Luzerne County MWS chapter began in 2016 and since then, stewards have reported 3,203 volunteer hours and directly reached 3,068 community members through their work.
Stewards can choose from a variety of volunteer opportunities, from stream cleanups to chemical assessments to more casual “Tap Talks,” which invite the public to engage in watershed education at …