The Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association was chosen as one of 14 programs within 10 Pennsylvania counties to receive a combined $160,000 in grant money from the Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission's 2020 R3 Grant Program, designed to recruit, retain or reactivate anglers.
The association is using its share of the grant funds to help jumpstart the HERYN (Helping Engage our River's Youth with Nature) Program (pronounced "heron") Program, designed to connect young people with outdoor experiences through hands-on fishing and kayaking instruction in a fun yet safe environment.
"Our goal is to develop a vested interest in our river-based resources for the next generation of environmental stewards," said Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association Executive Director John Zaktansky. "I remember the sense of independence I felt when I first started catching fish on my own, and the therapeutic aspect of conquering the fears of first learning to kayak. We want to provide those experiences for other young people who may not have the opportunity to otherwise."
Check out the full press release by clicking here.
The association is using its share of the grant funds to help jumpstart the HERYN (Helping Engage our River's Youth with Nature) Program (pronounced "heron") Program, designed to connect young people with outdoor experiences through hands-on fishing and kayaking instruction in a fun yet safe environment.
"Our goal is to develop a vested interest in our river-based resources for the next generation of environmental stewards," said Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association Executive Director John Zaktansky. "I remember the sense of independence I felt when I first started catching fish on my own, and the therapeutic aspect of conquering the fears of first learning to kayak. We want to provide those experiences for other young people who may not have the opportunity to otherwise."
Check out the full press release by clicking here.
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We are looking for individuals and businesses that may want to help donate equipment, finances or time. We are also still working out final details for the program. If you know young people who may be interested in participating, or would like to provide assistance or feedback on the initiative, please fill out the form to the right:
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DONATE NOW TO THE HERYN PROGRAM ...
Do you want to donate toward some of the equipment or other resources necessary to make sure the HERYN Program is successful and sustainable? Use the following form: