HARRISBURG, PA — The Shapiro Administration is widening its push to make Pennsylvania’s parks, forests, and outdoor economy a cornerstone of community life and local growth, rolling out new planning efforts at Presque Isle, long-term partnerships in the PA Wilds, a fully funded urban tree program, leadership changes in key state park complexes, and a call for citizens to help steer wildlife policy.
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is beginning a 25-year master plan for the Presque Isle State Park Complex in Erie County and asking the public to weigh in on what the next generation of recreation and conservation should look like along Pennsylvania’s only “seashore.” The plan covers Presque Isle State Park, the Tom Ridge Environmental Center, and Erie Bluffs State Park.
“We see an average of 4 million visits to Presque Isle and Erie Bluffs each year and we know these are special places for the region and beyond,” State Parks Director John Hallas said. “Public participation is key to this process, and we are eager to hear from the public to help shape the future of these wonderful conservation spaces.”…