Pennsylvania's Conservation Heritage
The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania has a remarkable history of conservation. Interviews with individuals involved in conservation heritage from the mid-20th century to the present help to tell that story.
Penn's Woods: Cradle of Conservation
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A historic look at how Pennsylvania's natural resources helped transform the state. (56m 46s)
Generations Yet to Come: Environmental Rights in PA
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Pennsylvania recognizes environmental quality as a basic civil right. (26m 46s)
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The struggle to stop the clustering of commercial waste facilities in Chester, PA (26m 46s)
Rachel Carson: Voice of Nature
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Focus on Rachel Carson’s work and its impact on PA environmental and conservation policy. (56m 46s)
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The story of self-trained artist, writer and naturalist Ned Smith (26m 46s)
Straight Talk: The Ralph Abele Story
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Ralph W. Abele’s “Resource First” philosophy helped protect PA waterways and aquatic life. (26m 45s)
Mira Lloyd Dock: A Beautiful Crusade
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Mira Lloyd Dock, the first woman to hold job in PA government either appointed or elected. (26m 46s)
Gifford Pinchot’s Conservation Legacy
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Gifford Pinchot used his wealth and power to protect the nation’s natural resources. (26m 46s)
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WITF original documentary on the Life Of Maurice Goddard. (56m 47s)
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