APPLICATIONS FOR THE SUMMER OF 2008 ARE AVAILABLE THROUGH THIS WEBSITE UNDER DOCUMENTS. YOU CAN SEND YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION TO LACA 5000 LAKE ADVENTURE, MILFORD, PA 19338 ATTN: KATIE
Flea Market Schedule
Sunday, May 25th, 2008 - 9 - 3pm at the Pavilion by the Office
Saturday, June 21st, 2008 - 9 - 3pm - Community Flea Market (at your lot)
Sunday, July 6th, 2008 - 9 - 3pm Community Flea Market (at your lot)
Saturday, July 26th, 2008 - 9 -3pm Community Flea Market (at your lot)
Saturday, August 23rd, 2008 - 9 - 3pm Community Flea Market (at your lot)
Sunday, August 31st, 2008 - 9 - 3pm at the Pavilion by the Office.
All Flea Markets must be paid for in advance. There are no refunds or carry overs. The price for each table or space is $10.00 per Flea Market Date. Each vendor is limited to 2 tables/spaces .
The Community Flea Markets are $3.00 each. You must sign up with Katie and have your lot number and street name so it can be clearly marked on the map.
JUNE 2008
Sunday, June 15th - Parents Day Breakfast - 9-11am. Sign up required. Deadline to signup with payment is Sunday June 8th.
Saturday, June 21st - Community Flea Merket - at your lot - 9-3pm
Sunday, June 22nd - Pancake Breakfast - 9-11am in the Clubhouse $2/per person (no other breakfast will be available this day)
Monday, June 23rd - Movie Out - Sign Up Required
Friday, June 27th - Ice Cream Social - 7:30pm Clubhouse
Saturday, June 28th - Welcome Back Nite at the Clubhouse - 8-10pm - music, coffee and cookies - bring your own snacks
Sunday, June 29th - French Toast Breakfast - 9-11am $2/person..Coffee, tea, orange juice, or apple juice (no other breakfast available this day)
Monday, June 30th - Movie Out - Sign Up Required
Spring 2008 Environmental Programs
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DATE
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PROGRAM
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LOCATION*
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TIME
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Sat., April 5
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Pond and Lake Management Workshop
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WELC
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9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Sat., April 12
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Cougars in the Northeast
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WELC
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1:30-3 p.m.
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Thurs., April 17
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Buy the Best, Zone the Rest
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WELC
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6-9 p.m.
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Sat., April 19
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Pike-Wayne Earth Day Festival
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WELC
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10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Sat., April 26
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Basic Boating Safety Class
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WELC
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9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Sun., May 18
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Waterfowl of Pennsylvania
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WELC
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1:30-3 p.m.
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Wed., May 21
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Nature Tales: Acorns to Trees (Ages 3-5)
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WELC
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10-11 a.m.
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Thurs., May 22
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Pervious Concrete: A Stormwater Solution
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WELC
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1-5 p.m.
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Tues., May 27
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An Introduction to Preserving Family Lands
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WELC
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5:30-8 p.m.
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Wed., May 28
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Island Geocaching
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WELC
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4-6 p.m.
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Sat., June 14
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Pocono Waterfall Tour
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WELC
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8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Sat., June 14
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Ledgedale Mushroom Walk
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LNA
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1:30-3 p.m.
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Wed., June 25
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Nature Tales: Backyard Birds (Ages 3-5)
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WELC
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10-11 a.m.
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* Location Code: WELC — Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center LNA — Ledgedale Natural Area
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All programs are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted. For more information, please call 570-251-6196 or e-mail pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
PPL’s Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center, adjacent to the dam on Route 6 in Hawley, Pa., is operated in connection with the Wallenpaupack hydroelectric plant. In 1926, PPL completed construction of the Wallenpaupack dam and power plant, located along the Lackawaxen River. In addition to its capacity to generate 44 megawatts of electricity, the 5,700-acre man-made lake plays a critical role in regional water management and is a popular location for year-round outdoor recreation. Camping, hiking, fishing, boating and water-skiing are just some of the attractions.
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Additional program details and directions can be found at www.pplpreserves.com.
POND AND LAKE
MANAGEMENT WORKSHOP
Saturday, April 5
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Registration required by April 1
Presenter: Peter Wulfhorst, Penn State Cooperative Extension
WELC Auditorium
This workshop will assist private pond owners and members of lake-based community organizations in making informed and sound management decisions, as well as provide participants with an overview of lake and pond management and restoration. Topics to be addressed include lake ecology, aquatic plant control, water quality concerns for ponds, pond and lake restoration, and fisheries and wildlife issues. The cost of the workshop is $20 per person and includes breakfast, lunch and informational materials. For more information or to register, contact the Pike County Cooperative Extension Office at 570-296-3400. The registration deadline is April 1.
COUGARS IN THE NORTHEAST
Saturday, April 12
1:30-3 p.m.
Presenter: Kerry Gyekis, author, forester, Eastern Cougar Foundation vice president
WELC Auditorium
Cougars are leaving their known range in the West and are heading across the prairies, especially through river valleys in search of habitat, cover and food. But besides the Florida panther, are there really cougars that exist east of the Mississippi River? Join Kerry Gyekis, author, forester and Eastern Cougar Foundation vice president, as he discusses this controversial mystery. Registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 or pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
BUY THE BEST, ZONE THE REST
Thursday,April 17
Thursday,April 17
6-9 p.m.
Presenters: Ann Hutchinson, Natural Lands Trust and Michael Frank, Heritage Conservancy
WELC Auditorium
Discover two tried and true methods for critical land protection. In combination, these techniques help municipalities to better balance growth and property rights with conservation and good design. Both techniques provide important options for landowners in the use of their ground. This workshop is a must for municipal officials, conservation organizations, school district officials and every-day citizens who are committed to a better future for Pike County. To register, contact Pike County Office of Community Planning at 570-226-6294 or planning@pikepa.org.
PIKE-WAYNE EARTH DAY FESTIVAL
Saturday, April 19
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
WELC Auditorium
Rain or Shine
Come help us celebrate Earth Day. Don’t miss this unique learning experience as PPL and local conservation groups join forces to bring you fun activities and events for all ages throughout the day. You can make a pinecone birdfeeder, play the recycle relay, go on a bird hike, learn how to save energy at home or even participate in a butterfly puppet show. Learn more about the organizations in your own backyards and how you can get involved. Volunteers are needed. For more information, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 orpplpreserves@pplweb.com.
BASIC BOATING SAFETY CLASS
Saturday, April 26
9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Presenters: Meg Welker, PPL and Bob Plumb, Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission
WELC Auditorium
Get an early jump on the boating season by taking a safe boating course. The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission eight-hour boating safety class gives boaters practical information so they can make more informed decisions on the water. Topics include boat terminology, legal requirements, water activities, and safety and rescue. Students who pass the exam at the end of the daylong course can apply for their boating safety education certificate from the commission. Please bring your own lunch and snacks for the day. A $10 certificate fee is payable after class. Must be 12 or older. Advance registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 or pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
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Sunday, May 18
1:30-3 p.m.
Presenter: John Levitsky, wildlife technologist
WELC Auditorium
Discover the world of waterfowl at this presentation by wildlife technologist, John Levitsky. Learn how to identify various water birds in the area including resident and migratory ducks and geese. Hear about the Pennsylvania Game Commission’s work to band these birds. Enjoy some good photos and some even better stories. Registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 or pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
NATURE TALES: ACORNS TO TREES
Wednesday, May 21
10-11 a.m.
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WELC Auditorium
Ages 3-5
Children ages 3 to 5 are invited to explore the growth of acorns to trees during this program that combines a love of reading and nature. Enjoy the book, “In A Nutshell”, while learning about how seeds grow into tall trees. Plant a flower of your own to take home and watch grow! This program is limited to 10 children and is not open to pre-school or day care groups. Advance registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 or pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
PERVIOUS CONCRETE:
A STORMWATER SOLUTION
Thursday, May 22
1-5 p.m.
Program Sponsors: Kiley Associates, LLC, Pike County Conservation District and Wayne County Ready Mix
WELC Auditorium
WELC Auditorium
The seminar will provide attendees with a background in pervious concrete: what it is; how it works; where it can be used; and how it is designed. Also, practical applications of the use of pervious concrete will be provided along with design criteria. Finally, infiltration and placement demonstrations will be performed to afford attendees a first hand look at the advantage pervious concrete can offer in stormwater runoff management. This program is available for design professionals and municipal officials interested in using this application. There is no charge for the program but registration is requested. To register, contact Pike County Conservation District at 570-226-8220 or mulmer@pikepa.org. Registration deadline is May 20.
AN INTRODUCTION TO PRESERVING
FAMILY LANDS
Tuesday, May 27
5:30–8 p.m.
Presenter: Stephen Small, J.D., LL.M
WELC Auditorium
Informational displays by regional land trusts and other sponsor organizations will provide local landowners with an excellent opportunity to learn more about the local resources available. Renowned expert and attorney Stephen J. Small will talk about the options available to keep cherished lands in the family, while minimizing estate taxes. Before going into private practice, Small was an attorney-advisor in the Office of Chief Counsel of the Internal Revenue Service in Washington, D.C., where he wrote the federal income tax regulations on conservation easements. Each attendee will receive a copy of Small’s book, “Preserving Family Lands.” Cost for attendees is $10 for members, $15 for nonmembers. Space is limited. Register early to avoid disappointment. For more information or to register, contact Delaware Highlands Conservancy at 570-226-3164 or info@delawarehighlands.org.
ISLAND GEOCACHING
Wednesday, May 28
4-6 p.m.
Presenter: Katie Gill, PPL naturalist
WELC Auditorium
Learn how to geocache by going on a real-life treasure hunt to Epply Island on Lake Wallenpaupack. Enjoy a nice, relaxing boat ride out to the island while learning the basics of this fun outdoor activity. On the ride back, learn how the lake was created and how it is being used today to create clean, renewable electricity for the region. Bring a GPS unit if you have one. Some will be available to borrow. Bring a small trinket to trade from the treasure box. Must be 12 years or older. You will get wet, so please dress appropriately. Rain or shine – unless storms are present. Space is very limited. Advance registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 or pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
POCONO WATERFALL TOUR
Saturday, June 14
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Presenter: Sue Thompson, naturalist
WELC parking lot
Spend the day exploring and learning the cultural history of several waterfalls in the Pocono region with naturalist Sue Thompson. This program, back by popular demand, is hosted in partnership with Lacawac and Mariposa Gardens and is open to ages 10 to adult. Bring a lunch to enjoy along the trails. Wear sturdy shoes and don't forget your drinking water. Meet in the learning center parking lot at 8:30 a.m. to carpool. The program costs $3 for Lacawac members and $5 for nonmembers. Reservations are required by June 6. To register, please call 570-689-9494.
LEDGEDALE MUSHROOM WALK
Saturday, June 14
1:30-3 p.m.
Presenter: Nathaniel Whitmore, local herbalist
PPL Ledgedale Natural Area
Enjoy this leisurely walk with local herbalist, Nathaniel Whitmore, as he identifies local mushrooms found in PPL’s Ledgedale Natural Area. Whitmore will discuss how to differentiate between poisonous and nonpoisonous mushrooms, and in what types of environments they can be found. With any luck, the moist weather has brought an array of mushrooms in this old hemlock forest. Local wild edible plants will also be discussed. Registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 orpplpreserves@pplweb.com.
NATURE TALES:
BACKYARD BIRDS
Wednesday, June 25
10-11 a.m.
Presenter: Katie Gill, PPL naturalist
WELC Auditorium
Ages 3-5
Children ages 3 to 5 are invited to discover what birds live in their own backyard. Enjoy the book, “About Birds,” while learning about common birds and how to feed them. Make a bird feeder of your own to take home. This program is limited to 10 children and is not open to pre-school or day care groups. Advance registration is required. To register, contact PPL at 570-251-6196 or pplpreserves@pplweb.com.
Start watching for painted turtles to appear along pond edges as temperatures warm. Watch for the first bats of the season flying at dusk. Early woodland warblers begin arriving. Listen for the piercing calls of the spring peepers. Many spring woodland wildflowers are reaching peak bloom toward the end of the month.
Celebrate National Trails Day on Saturday, June 7
National Trails Day is a celebration of trails that stems from President Ronald Reagan’s Commission on Americans Outdoors. A commission report recommended in 1987 that all Americans be within fifteen minutes of trails regardless of whether they lived in a city or village. PPL’s six environmental preserves all offer many miles of trails free of charge for the public’s enjoyment. Here at Lake Wallenpaupack, there are two trail systems nearby for you to embark on.
Shuman Point Natural Area (Route 590, Hawley)
This 300-acre woodland is one of the last undeveloped areas on the shores of Lake Wallenpaupack. The 3-mile Blue Trail starts as an old road which at one time was the main route for transportation to what was earlier known as Wilsonville Village. The trail parallels most of the shoreline. Hikers will notice a variety of trees and wildflowers throughout the area. Chestnut, oak, white pine, red maple and white oak are the common trees. The area hosts a variety of wildlife including squirrel, turkey, grouse, white-tailed deer and black bear.
Ledgedale Natural Area (Kuhn Hill Road, Greentown)
This 80-acre woodland tract is maintained in a natural state with trails for hiking, bird-watching, photography and public enjoyment of the scenery. Many of the trails follow old logging roads, since this area was logged from 1910-1920, prior to PPL ownership. The observant hiker will notice many different types of trees, with red maple, black birch and hemlock being the most common. In winter, the large stands of Hemlock are in sharp contrast to the openness of the deciduous trees. The large boulders seen along the hiking trails are evidence of the prehistoric glaciers that moved through this area.
For more information and trail maps, please visit www.pplpreserves.com and click on “Lake Wallenpaupack.”
Preserve Press
PPL’s six environmental preserves have a brand new Web site with a variety of great features. There is an interactive map where you can see where each preserve is located. Explore our “Calendar of Events” to find out what free public programs are being offered in your area. Listen to senior naturalist, Jon Beam, in his “Nature Notebook” recordings for WVIA. Each weekly radio broadcast features accounts of what is happening in nature at that time.
Another exciting part of the new site is our blog called “Preserve Press.” In our blog, preserve naturalists post notable things that are going on at each location. Some examples include bird sightings, winter wildlife tracks found, citizen science ideas, tips for energy conservation and much more.
To check our new blog, visit www.pplpreserves.com and click on “Preserve Press.”
Wallenpaupack Environmental Learning Center
126 PPL Drive, P.O. Box 122
Hawley, PA 18428