Posts by elroseadmin
Stream Buffer Planting Project
A new project is underway sponsored by a partnership of the Edward L Rose Land Conservancy, the Silver Lake Association, The Susquehanna County Conservation District, and the Penn State Extension Master Watershed Stewards Program. The project involves planting native trees and shrubs as a buffer along the shores of inlet and outlet streams. The native trees…
Read MoreOn Fallen Tree Video
This video shows a fallen Ash tree that now lies in Silver Lake but still plays a supporting role for other local creatures.Beavers have chewed its branches but there is still interesting behavior and activity associated with this old tree. Starring roles by an old Ash Tree, some white-tailed deer, a wacky King Fisher, a…
Read MoreBake Sale at Silver Lake 2022 Success
There was a bake sale at Silver Lake on July 31, 2022, with the plans and efforts originating with Maya and Nate Ludwig and Giulia Fantini. Wonderful baked goods and beverages were available dock-side or for delivery with proceeds to benefit the Edward L Rose Land Conservancy.. From the words of Maya: “The conservancy is…
Read MoreConservancy Currents Newsletter Spring – Summer 2022
The Spring and Summer of 2022 are upon us. Read about some of the news regarding the not-for-profit Edward L Rose Conservancy that protects our special places. Spring – Summer Conservancy Currents 2022 Newsletter
Read MoreAnnual Meeting – Saturday, July 30, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. on ZOOM
Please join us via Zoom for the Annual Members Meeting of the Edward L Rose Conservancy. You can participate through the web with audio and video, or simply call into the meeting for audio only. The agenda for the meeting is listed below. Meeting materials will be available for review during the meeting and distributed to all attendees after the meeting.…
Read MoreSilver Spring 2022 Wildlife Video
The time from late Spring to early Summer involves important activities for wildlife that frequent north east Pennsylvania. Some species are passing through and stopping to restore their energy at the lake. Other local bird species are driven by the timeline for nesting and raising young. The birds and other wildlife in this video exhibit…
Read MoreSpring Life 2022 – Honoring Rachel Carson
There is a good amount of wildlife activity around the lake in Spring and this video captures some of the residents and visitors. The video also honors Rachel Louise Carson who was born on 27 May 1907 in Springdale, a small village close to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Rachel was a marine biology scientist who wrote a number of books including…
Read MoreLast Ice – Spring has arrived
With the inflow of energy for Spring, the last ice gradually transforms our waterways to flowing, life-giving water. Ice and water play with light to give beautiful patterns and dynamic forms. We are all responsible to take care of our local environment. Over 80% of Pennsylvania’s lakes and rivers are impaired by excess nutrients and…
Read MoreTrail Clearing at High Point Preserve 2022
The annual Trail Clearing activity is planned for the High Point Preserve. Date: Saturday, April 30, 2022, (weather permitting). Time: 9:00 AM All are welcome. We will be meeting at the Butterfly Garden at the end of South Lake Road at 9:00 AM. Dress appropriately; gloves ; loppers and chain saw are helpful; For more…
Read MoreFirst Ice
A video “First Ice” featuring patterns, dynamics and reflections of ice forming on Silver Lake. The ice formation was protracted this winter with a warm December and strong winter winds. The video gives perspectives on the ice patterns as crystals grow over a period of several weeks. Migrating birds find momentary rest in the islands of…
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