First Hellbender hustle and dragonfly dash a success!

Over 40 runners successfully completed the 5 mile Hellbender Hustle around Leaser Lake on Saturday, September 16, 2023. Beautiful weather, meadows full of goldenrod, the reflection of the lake, and an audience that included local wildlife made for a perfect morning...

Local High school students receive LCCD scholarship

The Lehigh County Conservation District offers a Scholarship Program to Lehigh County students pursuing an undergraduate degree in environmental science, agricultural science, or a related field of study, such as natural resource management, forestry, conservation...

What’s all the buzzz about bugs?

Join the Lehigh County Conservation District tonight, June 5th, 2023 between 5pm and 7pm to learn about the beneficial bugs of the season. Location: Valania Park on Union Street in Allentown, PA 18102 Family-friendly event with hands-on activities and...

4 Oak trees planted in the city to celebrate arbor day

The Lehigh County Conservation District, local conservationist Sebastian Harris, and the City of Allentown Shade Tree Commission planted 4 oak trees along Ward Street and 15th Street on April 29th to celebrate Arbor Day! Oak trees are fairly easy to grow and require...

2024 Lehigh County ENVIROTHON

The Lehigh County Conservation District is excited to announce the 2024 Lehigh County ENVIROTHON will be carried out at Covered Bridge Park located in South Whitehall Township. The High School event will be held on Tuesday, April 23rd, and the Middle School event will...