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First Day hikes in Pennsylvania planned

“First Day Hikes” have become a New Year’s Day tradition in Pennsylvania and for 2025, the state Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has more than 70 guided hikes planned.

By Ed Arke/WITF

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Pa. promotes state parks for helping addiction recovery

Spending time in nature can be a powerful tool to boost mental and physical health for people in recovery from drug addiction.

By Rachel McDevitt/StateImpact Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania park officials drop campground plans for Big Elk Creek State Park

DCNR officials say they’re focused on ecological restoration for Big Elk Creek State Park.
By Zoë Read/WHYY

Neighbors are fighting a proposed campsite on Landenberg’s Big Elk Creek State Park

Residents believe the land should be protected from heavy foot traffic.
By Zoë Read/WHYY

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