Monroe County Conservation District

06/05/2026

🌎 Today on World Environment Day, we celebrate the importance of protecting the natural resources that sustain our communities, agriculture, wildlife, and future generations.

Across Pennsylvania, conservation districts work every day to improve water quality, promote healthy soils, support sustainable agriculture, restore habitats, and educate communities about conservation stewardship.

06/03/2026

🐦Volunteer Bird Banders Needed!

Interested in birds, conservation, and hands-on wildlife experience? We're looking for volunteers to assist with bird banding efforts and help contribute to important research and monitoring programs.

Join us in learning more about our local bird populations while supporting conservation in our community!🌿

06/01/2026

June is Great Outdoors Month! 🌲☀️

Across Pennsylvania, conservation districts are helping protect the natural resources that make our outdoor spaces healthy, beautiful, and accessible for everyone. From clean streams and thriving forests to trails, parks, farms, and wildlife habitat, conservation work supports the places we all enjoy.

This month, take time to get outside — hike a trail, paddle a creek, plant a native garden, visit a local park, or simply enjoy the beauty of Pennsylvania’s natural landscapes.

05/28/2026

🌱Support Local Watersheds and Native Habitats!💧

The Monroe MWS Program is hosting their 2026 Plug Sale!

The 2026 Plug Sale is now live!
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Discover how easy it can be to transform your yard into a thriving, watershed-friendly habitat with our native plant kits. Each kit is designed to help you add ecologically valuable plants to your property—creating habitat for fireflies and other wildlife, reducing stormwater runoff compared to shallow-rooted plants, improving soil health, and supporting cleaner local waterways. These kits align with the principles of the Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Watershed-Friendly Certification, developed in partnership with the Nurture Nature Center.
Each kit includes carefully selected plant plugs grown by Kind Earth Growers using locally collected, open-pollinated seeds and a 50 percent peat-free growing medium. Smaller than typical nursery plants, these plugs are easy to transport and install within existing vegetation. They are grown with healthy root systems to establish quickly in fall, ensuring strong growth in the seasons to come.
Plant plugs are less than one inch to several inches tall, with roots measuring 1–3 inches in plastic wells. Please see the resources for plug care and planting instructions.

05/27/2026

🌿☀️Join Us for Conservation Camp!☀️🌿

Looking for a fun and educational summer experience? Our Conservation Camp gives kids the chance to explore nature, learn about the environment, and enjoy hands-on outdoor activities!

Campers will discover local wildlife, conservation practices, and the importance of protecting our natural resources-all while making memories outdoors.🦋🌳💧

📋Spots are still available! Check out the attached flyer for details and registration information.

We hope to see you at camp this summer!

05/25/2026

🌼Honoring Our Heroes This Memorial Day🌼

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us take a moment to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day!

05/23/2026

Happy World Turtle Day! 🐢

These slow-moving creatures play an important role in maintaining healthy ecosystems—but they face growing threats from habitat loss, road traffic, and pollution.

You can help protect turtles in your community by:
🐢 Watching for turtles crossing roads (and helping them safely in the direction they’re headed)
🐢 Protecting wetlands and streamside habitats
🐢 Leaving turtles in the wild—never take them home

05/20/2026

Happy World Bee Day! 🐝

Bees and other pollinators are essential to Pennsylvania’s agriculture, ecosystems, and food supply. From orchards and farms to backyard gardens, these small but mighty creatures help keep our landscapes thriving.

But pollinators face growing challenges—from habitat loss to pesticide exposure. That’s where conservation makes a difference.

Across the Commonwealth, conservation districts are working with landowners and communities to:
🌼 Plant native pollinator habitats
🌼 Promote sustainable land management practices
🌼 Protect clean water and healthy soil

You can help, too! Consider planting native flowers, reducing pesticide use, and creating a pollinator-friendly space at home.

Together, we can protect Pennsylvania’s pollinators—and the vital role they play in our everyday lives.

05/18/2026

🚧 Did You Know? 💧

Did you know that Pennsylvania’s Chapter 102 regulations help protect streams and waterways by managing erosion and sediment during earth disturbance activities?

Proper erosion and sediment controls help keep soil on site and out of local waterways—especially during heavy rain events. 🌿

Planning a project this season? Visit our website or contact our office to learn more about permitting requirements and resources.

Fee questions? Ready to Submit your E&S plan, amendment or NPDES permit application? Please complete and provide an MCCD Application with your submission

05/15/2026

🐾Endangered Species Day🌿

Today we recognize the importance of protecting endangered and threatened species and the habitats they depend on.

Healthy forests, clean waterways, and protected natural spaces all play a role in supporting wildlife throughout Pennsylvania and beyond. 🌎

Protecting natural resources today helps ensure future generations can continue to enjoy and appreciate the wildlife around us!