CONSERVATION CORNER
A weekly blog for all things conservation
 Adam Chorba, Forest Specialist, Bradford County Conservation District.
It seems like there’s always something to do. However, if you find yourself with a little down time and you want to go out and enjoy some fresh air on some of these warmer days, and maybe even find a deer shed along the way, now is a great time to go prune your fruit trees. As with most things related to forestry, it’s both a science and an art. And, because art is open to interpretation, I’m going to try and focus on the science part of it. Let’s start with why we prune.  Miranda Neville, Agricultural Resource Specialist
At the Bradford County Conservation District, there are a lot of service that we provide that overlap with some of our partnering agencies. It often leads to the question “Well, what exactly DOES the BCCD do?” In the most basic summarization, we are here to provide informational and technical assistance to Bradford County landowners and farmers with environmental needs and education. At the BCCD we have several teams dedicated to specific areas, but we all work closely. The Agriculture Team, Education, Engineering, Forestry, the Stream Team (Watershed Restoration), 102/105 Erosion & Sediment Control (Permitting), Dirt and Gravel Roads, and West Nile Virus Services (in no particular order).  Stand of Eastern Hemlock in a Pennsylvania forest Open AI. 2025. “PA State Tree.” ChatGPT (February 1 version). February 1, 2025. https://openai.com
In the lush, verdant forests of Pennsylvania, one tree stands as a sentinel of the state's rich natural heritage: the Eastern Hemlock (Tsuga canadensis). This majestic tree, designated as the state tree in 1931, has woven its roots deeply into the history, ecology, and culture of Pennsylvania. The Eastern Hemlock is more than just a tree; it's a keystone species that plays a critical role in maintaining the health and stability of Pennsylvania's forest ecosystems. With its evergreen needles, gracefully drooping branches, and towering height—often reaching up to 100 feet—the Hemlock provides a year-round canopy that shelters countless species of wildlife. |
AuthorsVarious staff at the Bradford County Conservation District Archives
April 2026
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