Pennsylvania’s Forests

Pennsylvania’s forests reflect a history of choices — from peaceful coexistence between humans and the forests to the massive harvesting of the forests in the late 1800s. Pennsylvania’s borders encompass 17 million acres of forestland, almost 4 million acres of which are publicly owned. However, more than 12 million acres are privately owned. Which of

2025-07-08T13:29:21-04:00By |History|

Lumber Heritage

The Lumber Heritage Region holds a key to Pennsylvania's rich forest heritage– from the struggles of pioneers to the cut-and-run practices of the early lumber industry, to the conservation efforts that led to the managed forests of today. Woodhicks Pennsylvania’s forests reflect a history of choices — from peaceful coexistence between humans

2025-07-08T13:30:49-04:00By |History|
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