Communities Connected by Water
Protecting the Upper Susquehanna Basin will also protect the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
Upper Susquehanna Coalition & Chesapeake Bay Program Projects
*Wetlands constructed for flood control and wildlife habitat
*Farm nutrient management planning
*Rotational grazing to reduce stream siltation
* Planned development to minimize water pollution
*Streamside restoration to protect stream banks.
How you can help
*Participate in household hazardous waste collection programs
*Volunteer for river or stream clean-ups
*Reduce the use of septic system by pumping it regularly
*Plant native trees and shrubs along streams
*Join a watershed organization in your community.
Fun Facts
*The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary in the United States
*The bay itself is about 200 miles long
*The 64,000 square mile watershed includes portions of NY, PA, WV, VA, DC, DE, MD
*The watershed begins in Cooperstown, NY
Wildlife in the Watershed
Bald Eagle-Our national bird is the only eagle unique to North America and is found from Alaska and Canada to northern Mexico. There are an estimated 50,000 bald eagles in the US WITH 80% of them found in Alaska.
River Otter-The river otter is characterized by an elongated body with short, sturdy legs. It is
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Mink-This aquatic member of the weasel family is found throughout most of northern North America. A large male can reach lengths of 2’ and can be bold and ferocious. This solitary, mainly nocturnal animal is a skillful hunter and preys on a variety of game.
Great Blue Heron-The Great Blue Heron is 4’ tall and has a wingspan of over 6’. This quiet, graceful bird spends 90% of its waking hours foraging for food.
Erected by Upper Susquehanna Coalition & Chesapeake Bay Program.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Environment • Waterways & Vessels.
Location. 41° 41.502′ N, 76° 16.358′ W. Marker is in Wyalusing, Pennsylvania, in Bradford County. Marker is on Grand Army of the Republic Hwy (US 6). Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Wyalusing PA 18853, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within 3 miles of this marker, measured as the crow flies. Landscapes of Conservation (here, next to this marker); Warriors Path (within shouting distance of this marker); Wyalusing (approx. 1˝ miles away); Wyalusing Borough Historic District (approx. 1.8 miles away); Veterans Memorial
Credits. This page was last revised on June 16, 2016. It was originally submitted on November 12, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. This page has been viewed 267 times since then and 5 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on November 12, 2015, by Don Morfe of Baltimore, Maryland. • Bill Pfingsten was the editor who published this page.
