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National Park Service to hold public meetings for the start of white-tailed deer management planning for select National Parks of Western Pennsylvania.
February 26, 2025 · Source: National Park Service
The National Park Service (NPS) has begun preparing a white-tailed deer management plan for Fort Necessity National Battlefield, Friendship Hill National Historic Site and Flight 93 National Memorial, all in western Pennsylvania. The dramatic increase in white-tailed deer densities over the past century have led to substantial ecological changes and degradation in both the natural and cultural landscapes of western Pennsylvania parks.
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Use the official notice to confirm the affected destination, dates and visitor arrangements before finalizing your trip.
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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.