The Lehigh County Farmland Preservation Program works with landowners to preserve agricultural land with conservation easements. The program is also known as the purchase of development rights program. Under this volunteer program, landowners are financially compensated to preserve their properties for agricultural production perpetually. Over 25,000 acres of farmland have … [Read more...] about Lehigh County Farmland Preservation Program
Government
Bethlehem Backyards for Wildlife
We are a subcommittee of the Environmental Advisory Council. Our mission is to work with the City of Bethlehem to support biodiversity and minimize negative environmental impacts by encouraging city residents, schools, businesses and other organizations to implement wildlife-friendly and sustainable garden practices. Visit our Facebook page. … [Read more...] about Bethlehem Backyards for Wildlife
Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
The primary purpose of the Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center is to serve as an outdoor classroom for environmental and heritage education and to provide opportunities for enjoying healthful outdoor recreation experiences and exercise. In meeting these purposes, the natural, scenic, aesthetic, and historical values of Jacobsburg and the Bushkill Creek Watershed are the … [Read more...] about Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center
EAC Network | Environmental Advisory Councils
Environmental Advisory Councils are established at the local level, as provided by state law, to advise municipal governments on issues such as: Identifying environmental problems; Identifying environmentally sensitive areas such as flood-prone areas, swamps, and other unique natural areas; Making recommendations for the most appropriate use of open land; Developing … [Read more...] about EAC Network | Environmental Advisory Councils
Penn State Cooperative Extension Service – Lehigh County
County, state, and federal support enables us to help local residents with everyday challenges such as identifying threats to crops or teaching families how to manage their finances. We reach out as Extension Educators and volunteers to share Penn State's resources with residents of Lehigh County. Agriculture, horticulture, 4-H youth, and family living programs are offered. … [Read more...] about Penn State Cooperative Extension Service – Lehigh County
Penn State Cooperative Extension Service – Northampton County
Penn State Cooperative Extension in Northampton County gives local residents easy access to the resources and expertise of the Pennsylvania State University. Through educational programs, publications, and events, cooperative extension educators deliver unbiased, research-based information to Northampton County citizens. We can answer your questions on a wide array of topics. … [Read more...] about Penn State Cooperative Extension Service – Northampton County