Pennsylvania Code (Last Updated: April 5, 2016) |
Title 17. CONSERVATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES |
PART I. Department of Conservation and Natural Resources |
Subpart B. State Parks |
Chapter 17. State Parks Natural AreasStatement of Policy |
Section 17.1. State Parks 2000 Natural Area policy
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Areas within State Parks containing outstanding, unique or sensitive resources should be set aside for protection through designation as Natural Areas to ensure their continued quality for future generations. A Natural Areas Program would also create opportunities for research to bring about a better understanding of the natural world and promote greater opportunities for environmental education.
The provisions of this § 17.1 adopted August 20, 1993, effective August 21, 1993, 23 Pa.B. 3943.