Welcome to the Lancaster County Watershed Program!

This site is designed to promote and foster watershed protection measures throughout Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

 

 

 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

  • None at this time

 

EVENTS & MEETINGS

  • EPA Region 3 Grants Award Process Webinar
    Tuesday, May 22nd from 2PM to 3:15PM
    EPA's Office of Grants and Debarment will present a webinar for the EPA grant community.  The webinar will cover grants management topics, including: how to find and apply for grant opportunities; FFATA reporting requirements; and preparing a proper budget detail.  In addition, there will be a Q & A session during the second half of the webinar.  The webinar materials can be found at the EPA website.  To register send an email to Region 3 EPA.
  • Lititz Run Watershed Alliance Meeting
    Tuesday, May 22nd at 4PM at the Warwick Township Municipal Bldg. (Clay Rd., Lititz)
  • Tri-County Conewago Creek Association Meeting
    Wednesday, May 23rd at 7PM at the Conewago Township Bldg, (Hershey)
  • NPDES Construction Site Stormwater Runoff Control Workshop
    Thursday, May 31st from 8:30 AM to 4PM
    This workshop will focus on municipal and contractor obligations under an issued NPDES permit for stormwater management along with erosion & sediment control considerations, applicable regulations, and SWPPP/PPC Plan preparation and maintenance.  A certificate of completion will be issued as a "Qualified Personnel" reference for MCM #4 of MS 4 Permits and Construction Permits.  To register or for more information download the Workshop Brochure.
  • Cocalico Creek Watershed Association Meeting
    Monday, June 4th at 7PM at the Cocalico Sportmen's Club (585 Sportsman's Rd., Reinholds).
  • 2012 Choose Clean Water Conference
    June 4-6 at the Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square
    Join local watershed organizations, clean water advocates, and government officials from across the Chesapeake region's six states and D.C. for panel discussions, workshops, policy experts and networking opportunities to learn about the latest clean water solutions at the local, state, and federal levels. Lancaster offers powerful examples of how restoration programs produce results - and the ongoing work that needs to be done. For more information visit the Conference website.
  • Octoraro Watershed Association Meeting
    Tuesday, June 5th at 7PM at the OWA Bldg. (517 Pine Grove Rd., Nottingham)
  • Pequea Creek Watershed Association Meeting
    Tuesday, June 5th at 7PM at the Providence Township Bldg. (Mount Airy Rd., New Providence)
  • Lancaster County Clean Water Consortium Steering Committee Meeting
    Wednesday, June 6th at 3PM at the Farm & Home Center (Arcadia Rd., Lancaster)
  • Chiques Creek Watershed Alliance Meeting
    Wednesday, June 6th at 7PM at the Rapho Township Bldg. (Colebrook Rd., Manheim)
  • Lancaster County Conservation District Board Meeting
    Wednesday, June 6th at 7:30PM at the Farm & Home Center (Arcadia Rd., Lancaster)
  • Friends of Fishing Creek Watershed Group's Kids Fishing Derby
    Saturday, June 9th from 9AM to noon at the Valley Lea Riding Club grounds (Furniss Rd.)
    Join members of the Fishing Cr. group as they continue their effort of last years fishing derby with even more family fun. Kids will have the chance to catch the big one along the banks of the beautiful Fishing Cr. A great time is had by all.
  • Little Conestoga Watershed Alliance Meeting
    Wednesday, June 20th at 5:30PM at Lancaster Country Day School (Room 167)
  • Donegal Trout Unlimited Meeting/Picnic
    Wednesday, June 20th at 6PM at the Millport Conservancy (Millport Rd., Lititz)
  • Mill Creek Preservation Association Meeting
    Thursday, June 28th at 2:45PM at the Ressler Mill Carriage House (Route 772, Mascot)
  • Water Quality Volunteer Coalition Meeting
    Wednesday, July 11th at 2:30PM at the Farm & Home Center (Arcadia Rd., Lancaster)
  • Donegal Fish & Conservation Association Meeting
    Thursday, September 20th at 7PM at Donegal Presbyterian Church (Donegal Springs Rd., Mount Joy)

TIMELY FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

  • The Foundation for PA Watersheds is requesting organizations with an interest in applying for their grant. Fall letters of intent will be due August 24th with applications due September 28th. For more information on the Foundation for PA Watersheds grant process and application visit the Foundation's website.
  • The Chesapeake Bay Trust is accepting applications for the Outreach and Community Engagement track of the Mini-Grant program on a rolling basis until funds are fully expended. Applications must be received at least 6 weeks prior to your project start date. For more information visit the Chesapeake Bay Trust website.
  • The Wallace Genetic Foundation is offering grant opportunities to non-profit organizations whose projects focus on long-term conservation of the soil and of the environment rather than the exploitation of natural resources for temporary profit. The foundation seeks applications from far-sighted organizations with innovative ideas. Specific areas of interest are: agriculture, farmland preservation, conservation of natural resources, biodiversity protection, reduction of environmental toxins, and global climate issues. Grants generally range between $25,000 and $40,000. Applicants may submit either a letter of inquiry or a full proposal. Grant applications are accepted year-round. For guidelines, forms, and more information, visit the Foundation's website.
For more information on the Lancaster County Conservation District's Watershed Program,
contact Matthew W. Kofroth, Watershed Specialist - mattkofroth@lancasterconservation.org or 717-299-5361 ext 124.



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