PRINTER'S NO. 1870
THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA
SENATE RESOLUTION
No.
388
Session of
2018
INTRODUCED BY YAW, BROWNE, AUMENT, DINNIMAN, RAFFERTY, STREET,
BAKER, McGARRIGLE, FOLMER, MENSCH AND LANGERHOLC,
JUNE 12, 2018
INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED, JUNE 12, 2018
A RESOLUTION
Recognizing the Loyalsock Creek, flowing from the Endless
Mountain region of Pennsylvania in Sullivan and Bradford
Counties through Lycoming County to the West Branch of the
Susquehanna River, as the "2018 River of the Year."
WHEREAS, Since 1983, the Department of Conservation and
Natural Resources and the Pennsylvania Organization for
Watersheds and Rivers recognizes one body of water in this
Commonwealth as the River of the Year; and
WHEREAS, This annual honor highlights the numerous rivers and
streams in this Commonwealth, and recognizes the many dedicated
individuals who fight to protect them; and
WHEREAS, Nominations are based on the needs and successes of
state waterways, as well as celebration plans should the nominee
be voted River of the Year; and
WHEREAS, Home to legions of paddlers, anglers and other
outdoors enthusiasts in northcentral Pennsylvania, Loyalsock
Creek was voted the "2018 River of the Year"; and
WHEREAS, The Loyalsock Creek is a 64-mile-long picturesque
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stream flowing through Worlds End State Park, a highly popular
destination State park encompassing 780 acres, and Loyalsock
Trail, a well-trekked 59-mile trail providing vistas overlooking
the stream below; and
WHEREAS, The Loyalsock Creek provides a cold water habitat
for trout and aquatic life, as well as a natural environment for
the Eastern Hellbender, the largest native amphibian that can
grow more than two feet in length; and
WHEREAS, Public awareness of the Loyalsock's value will be
increased and initiatives along the waterway river will be
underscored by the creek being designated "2018 River of the
Year"; and
WHEREAS, The designation will serve to enhance access to the
stream, increase tourism and provide additional land and water-
based recreational opportunities for area residents and visitors
alike; therefore be it
RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize the Loyalsock Creek,
flowing from the Endless Mountain region of Pennsylvania in
Sullivan and Bradford Counties through Lycoming County to the
West Branch of the Susquehanna River, as the "2018 River of the
Year."
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