South Mountain Partnership (SMP) awards the Spirit of South Mountain each year to an individual, project, or organization that has made exceptional efforts to promote good stewardship of the South Mountain Region. This year’s awardee…
The PA Outdoor Corps (PAOC) is a youth conservation work skills program administered by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) in partnership with the Student Conservation Association (SCA). Community partners can nominate projects,…
Update 4/28/25 at 10:30AM Thank you to our State Forest Staff, Local Responders, and Local and State Emergency Coordinators for their hard work. “Two active wildfires—Thompson Hollow Fire and Hammonds Rocks Fire—are currently burning in…
We are pleased to announce a new resource for South Mountain supported by a SMP 2023 Mini-Grant! Shippensburg University just published the Preserving the Historic Places that Matter in the South Mountain Region A Practical…
Slides from the presentation can be downloaded here. Is your organization looking for funding for a great project to improve the natural, agricultural, recreational, or cultural resources of the area? You can join this virtual…
HARPERS FERRY, W.V. ─ The Appalachian Trail Conservancy (ATC), the only non-profit devoted exclusively to protecting, managing, and advocating for the entire Appalachian National Scenic Trail and its landscape, today celebrates its centennial and shares rallying…
Slideshow for download. Are you planning an application to a DCNR grant Program, or another grant application for conservation or recreation activity? If so, join us for this informative webinar on using the State of…
Say hello to the Adams County Farmers Market’s brand new logo! This new look is an homage to our brand’s former rooster which debuted back in 2008 while adding a fun, fresh, and uniquely ‘Gettysburg’…
Voting is open now through December 18. The winner will be announced on our Facebook and Instagram pages on Friday, December 20. Fill out my LGL Form!
We’re bringing back our gift guide for all your holiday shopping needs! Once again, we’re excited to share a holiday season gift guide that highlights local businesses and artisans dedicated to preserving South Mountain’s natural…
On November 12, Governor Josh Shapiro and Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DNCR) Secretary Cindy Adams Dunn announced $79.4 million in grants for 307 projects across Pennsylvania, aimed at expanding recreational opportunities, conserving natural…
South Mountain Partnership (SMP) is hosting a photo contest that highlights the beautiful landscapes of the South Mountain Region. We are currently seeking entries of outdoor photos for the #SouthMountainLandscape contest. Who? Anyone! Only one…
