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December 29, 2009
Restoration to Wallace Run in Centre County
A restoration plan was developed to restore and stabilize 1000 feet of Wallace Run, an approved trout stream, located in Centre County. The target reach was identified by the Bald Eagle Watershed Association and the Centre County Conservation District as a top priority for restoration in their watershed assessment.
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November 18, 2009
Dominion Provides $5,000 Grant for a Wildlife Education and Research Center near State College, PA
The Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation has received a $5,000 grant from Dominion for construction of a Wildlife Education and Research Center. The grant was made possible through the Dominion Foundation, the company's philanthropic arm.
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October 21, 2009
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation announces stream improvement project at Penns Creek, Gregg Township in Centre County
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation teams up with Penns Valley Conservation Association, the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and the North Central PA Conservancy DEP Growing Greener to make improvements to Penns Creek in Centre County.
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October 13, 2009
Gift Certificate Winner from Little Pines Festival 2009
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $50 gift certificate was Heather Garman from Jersey Shore Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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July 27, 2009
Improvements to Canoe Creek in Frankstown Township, Blair County, PA
Canoe Creek is a High Quality Cold Water Fishery which runs through Canoe Creek State Park before entering the Frankstown Branch of the Juniata River. At the project location, the stream is bordered by an abandoned railroad grade currently utilized by hikers and horses. The river right bank showed signs of erosion due to low vegetation as a direct result of trail maintenance practices. Over time, a portion of the stream had become severely eroded; causing sediment and gravel to wash from the existing stream banks and build up downstream. This condition not only created a chronic problem with bank degradation, but also placed stress on the aquatic community and limited the reproductive capacity of fish populations.…
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June 27, 2009
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation teams up with US Fish & Wildlife Service and PENNDOT to restore Bald Eagle Tributary, York County, PA
In 2006, a Compliance Violation was issued to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PENNDOT), requiring the restoration of the tributary to Bald Eagle Creek near the SR 2051 culvert bridge crossing. The primary goal of the project was to restore the channel to its natural dimensions in order to facilitate the transport of sediment, and to prevent deposition within the culvert bridge, which created a constant maintenance effort for PENNDOT.
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June 18, 2009
Newsletter - Volume 9
The Foundation welcomes the Honorable Thomas J. Ridge, Joseph Paterno and Suzanne Paterno as Honorary Board Members.
Honorable Thomas Ridge: The Honorable Tom Ridge is currently the president and CEO of Ridge Global LLC. Following the tragic events of September 11th, 2001, Tom Ridge became the first Assistant to the President for Homeland Security and Secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security on January 24, 2003. Before the events of September 11th, Tom Ridge was twice elected Governor of Pennsylvania. He served as the state’s 43rd governor from 1995 to 2001.…
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April 8, 2009
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Announces Partnership with Pheasants Forever to Benefit Wild Pheasant Reintroduction.
State College (April 8, 2009) Russ Schleiden, Chairman of the Board of the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation, announced that the Foundation is joining with Pheasants Forever, California University of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Game Commission to support ongoing efforts to restore wild pheasant populations to Pennsylvania. The Foundation is providing $5,000 to support ongoing efforts by California University of Pennsylvania, Pheasants Forever and The Pennsylvania Game Commission, to reintroduce wild pheasants trapped in Montana and South Dakota to three project areas in Pennsylvania. “Restoring wild ring-necked pheasants to Pennsylvania is important to maintaining Pennsylvania’s hunting heritage.” said Vern Ross, Executive Director of the Foundation.
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March 31, 2009
Membership Drawings from WNEP TV 16 Outdoor Life Expo
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered to win a membership from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The drawing was held on Tuesday, March 31, 2009. The winners are Darryl Fetterfolf from New Berlin, Darlene Holdren from Danville, Tom Killian from Shenandoah, Lori Hozlak from Benton, and Amanda Vanemon from Linden.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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March 18, 2009
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Announces Partnership With Woodcock Limited
State College (March 18, 2009) Russ Schleiden, President of the Board of the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation, announced the Foundation is joining with Woodcock Limited of Pennsylvania to support ongoing efforts to restore habitat for American woodcock, golden-winged warblers, white-throated sparrows and other species that depend on shrubs and young forests. This supports one of the Foundation’s key missions to increase wildlife habitat throughout Pennsylvania.
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March 3, 2009
Black Bear Drawing from Eastern Sports Show and Jaffa Sport Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who purchased a ticket for the black bear and basket during the Eastern Sports Show and Jaffa Sport Show.
The drawing was held on Tuesday, March 3, 2009. The winner of the drawing is Brenda Johnsonbaugh from Duncansville.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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March 2, 2009
Gift Certificate Winners from Jaffa Sports Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificate from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $50 Cabela’s gift certificate was Greg Washington from Bedford Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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February 17, 2009
Gift Certificate Winners from Eastern Sport & Outdoor Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $50 Cabela’s gift certificate was Stephen Allen Hill, Jr. from Ortanna and the winner of the $50 Bass Pro gift certificate was Laura Kintner from Kingston.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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February 3, 2009
Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation Names Three New Directors
STATE COLLEGE – Russell Schleiden, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation, is pleased to welcome three new directors to the foundation board. Jim Fish and James Davis of Waste Management, and Alan Griffith of ARAMARK were elected to the board at its December meeting.
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January 8, 2009
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Continues Popular “Seedlings For Schools” Project
The Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Board of Directors again approved funding for the highly successful “Seedlings for Schools” Program. The Foundation invites Pennsylvania schools to participate with the Pennsylvania Game Commission in this educational program that allows grade school students to plant a variety of tree seedlings at home, on school grounds, or in their communities.
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November 18, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner from Deer Expo at Gander Mountain
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $100 gift certificate was Mr. D. Shuey from Coal Township.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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November 6, 2008
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Signs Cooperative Agreement with U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
The objective of this cooperative effort is to provide assistance in delivering on-the-ground habitat for wildlife. Fish and wildlife habitat will be restored where wetlands were drained. …
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October 27, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner from Gander Mountain
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $100 gift certificate was Lain Sheatler from Turbotville Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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October 12, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner from Little Pines Festival
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $50 gift certificate was Marie Rebuck from Bloomsburg Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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September 7, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner from Wildlands Weekend
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $100 gift certificate was Angela Phillips from Fleetwood Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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August 27, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner from Ag Progress Days
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The winner of the $100 gift certificate was Jeff Winegardner from Willow Hill Pennsylvania and the $50 gift certificate winner was Robert Maul from Dover Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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August 13, 2008
Newsletter - Volume 8
The Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation has been very busy this summer promoting Pennsylvania wildlife and educating young people about the benefits of wildlife to our quality of life. Our major projects include: …
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August 12, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner at State College Spikes Baseball Game
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win a gift certificate from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The drawing was held during the seventh inning at the August 12th Spikes Baseball Game in State College. The winner of the $100 gift certificate was Kylie Schuck of State College.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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July 28, 2008
Gift Certificate Winner at State College Spikes Baseball Game
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win a gift certificate from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The drawing was held during the seventh inning at the July 18th Spikes Baseball Game in State College. The winner of the $150 gift certificate was Rich Yahner of State College.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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June 28, 2008
Gift Certificate Winners
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win gift certificates from the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The drawing was held on Saturday, June 28, 2008. The winner of the $250 gift certificate was Donald Heckman from Camp Hill, the $150 gift certificate was won by Joanne Shafer from Alexandria, and the $50 gift certificate was won by Duane's Hair Designs from Souderton.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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April 18, 2008
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation announces stream improvement project at Crooked Creek, Walker Township in Huntingdon County
U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service, in partnership with the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation, worked to restore over 900 feet of stream channel on Crooked Creek, near McConnellstown, Huntingdon County. …
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April 18, 2008
Newsletter - Volume 7
The Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Board of Directors approved a joint project with the Pennsylvania Game Commission called "Seedlings for Schools". The Pennsylvania Game Commission invites Pennsylvania schools to participate in the seedling for school project. …
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March 24, 2008
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Announces Tipton Run Stream Project
The Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation has teamed up with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Penn Dot to implement a stream restoration project to restore a section of Tipton Run. This project is located near the town of Tipton in Blair County on SR 4021. …
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February 27, 2008
Remington Rifle Winner
We appreciate and thank everyone who entered the drawing to win the Remington 30-06 rifle which was donated to the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation.
The drawing was held on Tuesday, February 26, 2008. The winner of the drawing is Allen Tuttle, Sr. from Chalk Hills, Fayette County, Pennsylvania.
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February 25, 2008
Black Bear Drawing at Jaffa Sport Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who purchased a ticket for the black bears during the Jaffa Sport Show.
The drawing was held on Sunday, February 24, 2008. The winner of the drawing is Jason Predix from Bedford, Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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February 19, 2008
Black Bear Drawing at Allegheny Sport & Travel Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who purchased a ticket for the black bears during the Allegheny Sport & Travel Show.
The drawing was held on Tuesday, February 19, 2008. The winner of the drawing is Judy Schlemmer of New Alexandria, Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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February 6, 2008
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Announces Donation Of Land For State Game Lands #110 in Berks County
State College (February 6, 2008) Russ Schleiden, Chairman of the Board of the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation, announced that Boyd and Sheila Sponaugle of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, have generously donated 20.14 acres of land in Upper Tulpehocken Township, Berks County to the Foundation. This land donation will augment the Foundation’s mission to increase wildlife habitat. …
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February 4, 2008
Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation Announces Purchase of Caterpillar Excavator to Assist with Habitat Restoration Projects in Pennsylvania
STATE COLLEGE (January 31, 2008) Vern Ross, Executive Director of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation (WFEEF) announced that the Foundation, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), has purchased a Caterpillar excavator to assist in completing wetland and stream restoration projects throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. …
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January 22, 2008
Black Bear Drawing at Reading Sport & Outdoor Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who purchased a ticket for the black bears during the Reading Sport & Outdoor Show.
The drawing was held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008. The winner of the drawing is Linda Madeira from Fleetwood, Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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January 17, 2008
Black Bear Drawing at Pennsylvania Farm Show
We appreciate and thank everyone who purchased a ticket for the black bear during the Farm Show in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
The drawing was held on Tuesday, January 15, 2008. The winner of the drawing is David Walton of Carlisle, Pennsylvania.
All proceeds benefit the wildlife of Pennsylvania.
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January 9, 2008
Wildlife for Everyone Foundation Selects Architect for Wildlife Education and Research Center
Russ Schleiden, Chairman of the Board of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation, announced that JSA Architects, Inc., Pittsburgh, has been selected to design the Wildlife Education and Research Center for the Foundation. The 45,000 square foot complex will be located on 70 acres near State College. It will house wildlife biologists, a library, research facilities, and a theatre. …
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September 28, 2007
Newsletter - Volume 6
Mark Roberts from the U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service recently signed a new contract with the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation for $250,000. The first check for $55,000 will create more wetlands and improve habitat and water quality for wildlife. This is the second contract signed by U. S. Fish & Wildlife Service and the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation. …
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June 28, 2007
Ben Woods named to Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation Board of Directors
STATE COLLEGE - Ben Woods, Waste Management's General Manager of Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation. …
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May 30, 2007
Newsletter - Volume 5
On April 11, 2007 Waste Management in Morrisville generously donated 30 acres of land in Shade Township, Somerset County to the Wildlife For Everyone Endowment Foundation. The Foundation donated this land to the Pennsylvania Game Commission on April 18, 2007. This important wetland has become part of State Game Lands #93 which is now 300 acres in size. The land is adjacent to the Flight 93 Memorial, and will serve to protect land that was in the flight path of that heroic September 11th plane crash. This land donation will augment the Foundation's mission to increase wildlife habitat. This public land serves as critical habitat for wildlife, providing hunting, and to protect the viewscape of the Flight 93 National Memorial. …
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May 8, 2007
Wildlife for Everyone Foundation Saves Critical Waterfowl Habitat at Pymatuning
STATE COLLEGE (May 8, 2007) Many wetlands impoundments at the PA Game Commission's Pymatuning Wildlife Management Area were constructed in the early 1960s, and have served wildlife well for over 45 years. Today, however, many of them are succumbing to age, and are losing their value as important wildlife habitat. Working together with the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation and the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Jerry Bish, Land Manager at Pymatuning, came up with a solution to rehabilitate one of the impoundments. …
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April 24, 2007
Tony Sciullo named to Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation Board of Directors
STATE COLLEGE (April 24, 2007) -- Anthony Sciullo, Cranberry Township, has been named to the Board of Directors of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation. Sciullo has owned a State Farm Insurance Agency in Cranberry for the past 23 years. Russ Schleiden, Chairman of the Board of the Foundation, describes Sciullo as "energetic, a classic overachiever. Tony fills a void on the Board that existed in the western part of Pennsylvania, and he will be a great asset to the Foundation." Sciullo also sits on the board of directors and is a trustee for the Spectrum Charter School. …
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April 16, 2007
Wildlife for Everyone Foundation Announces Donation of Land for State Games Lands 93 in Somerset County
STATE COLLEGE (April 16, 2007) Russ Schleiden, Chairman of the Board of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation, announced that Waste Management, Morrisville, has generously donated 30 acres in Shade Township, Somerset County to the Foundation. This important wetlands will become part of State Game Lands 93, adjacent to the Flight 93 Memorial, and will serve to protect land that was in the flight path of that heroic September 11 plane crash. …
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December 2, 2006
Wildlife for Everyone Foundation Announces Completion of Quaker Run Stream Restoration Project in Northumberland County
Vern Ross, Executive Director of the Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation (WFEEF) announced that stream restoration work has been completed at the Quaker Run abandoned mine site. …
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November 2, 2006
The Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation Chairman Russell Schleiden announced the election of Patrick P. Domico, Curwensville, to its Board of Directors.
Domico currently serves as the Marketing Executive of the Clearfield Chamber of Commerce. "Pat brings tremendous experience to the Board and we welcome him aboard", stated Schleiden. …
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November 1, 2006
Wildlife For Everyone Foundation Offers Unique Opportunity for All to Support Pennsylvania's Birds and Mammals
The Wildlife for Everyone Endowment Foundation (WEEF) Board of Directors announced it is open for business and offering Pennsylvanians a new – and tax deductible – way to benefit wildlife. …
